KRISTEN GONZALES
**** * * **** ******, SAN DIEGO, CA 92104 773-***-**** ***************@***.***
EDUCATION
B.S. ACTUARIAL SCIENCE MAY 2016
Roosevelt University – Chicago, IL
- Departmental Honors
- Finance and Psychology Minors
Relevant Coursework:
Regression and Time Series, Mathematical Programming, Financial Mathematics, Investment Theory, Derivative Markets, Models for Life Contingencies, Probability and Statistics I & II, Corporate Finance,
Economics I & II
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software Experience: Microsoft Office (Excel/VBA, PowerPoint, Word), MATLAB, MAPLE, SAS Enterprise Guide Certifications: Bloomberg Essentials (BESS) Equity Exam, Bloomberg Market Concepts
VOCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRIVATE MATH TUTOR DEC 2009 – PRESENT
Self-employed – Chicago, IL
- Evaluated students’ mathematical proficiency to determine strengths and weaknesses
- Trained students to use alternate calculators and programs such as Excel for optimal efficiency
- Developed a teaching strategy specific to each student by creating personalized instructional material to target specific deficiencies
VETERAN ADVOCATE JUN 2016 – APR 2017
US Military OIF/OEIF Disabled Veteran – Annapolis, MD
- Compiled medical data in Excel from multiple facilities creating an easily readable, comprehensive record
- Analyzed trends between qualitative and quantitative data to determine which aids, methods, and/or routines were most useful in furthering veteran’s progress
- Advocated for veteran’s needs by researching alternative options, programs, and treatment facilities
- Effectively bridged a communication gap and resolved issues between various government agencies, health professionals, and veteran
EMBEDDED MATH TUTOR SEP 2014 – MAY 2016
Roosevelt University – Chicago, IL
- Taught within a classroom setting as well as one-on-one from basic algebra to upper division math
- Worked closely with instructor throughout duration of two courses by supervising completion of self-paced coursework and proctoring exams
LEADERSHIP/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
MARATHON RUNNING & FUNDRAISING 2013 – PRESENT
- Raised a minimum of $1.5k each year for various charities through completion of 10+ marathons and races
- Active in organizations focused on community involvement, teaching others to define, adapt, and actualize goals
MATH/ACTUARIAL CLUB 2014 – 2016
- Developed games and events to invoke students’ mathematical interest and develop skills
CALIFORNIA RHYTHM PROJECT 2012
- Focused on promoting self empowerment in youth and raising money for extracurricular programs
SAN DIEGO CITY COLLEGE STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SDCC SIFE) 2008 – 2010
- Organized outreach programs and events for low-income families and minorities, including a financial literacy program targeting at-risk teenagers