Kimberly K. Salyers
**** *. ***** *****, ********, AZ 85338 623-***-****
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HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Nine years of combined accounting and finance experience
. Analytical with excellent problem-solving skills
. Proven ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment
. Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communication skills
. Ability to build rapport and maintain relationships with diverse
populations
. Ten years of combined teaching and counseling experience
. Proficient with Microsoft Windows; Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and
Excel
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Claims Representative October 2014-
Present
USAA - Phoenix, AZ
. Create auto and property loss reports with members
. Adjust and conclude first party auto physical damage claims
. Explain the claims process, and analyze information to establish
validity of claim and settlement value
. Contribute to enterprise business goals through referrals and
relationship building
. Acquired Property & Casualty Adjuster licenses
Executive Assistant / Accounts Payable Manager
July 2006-May 2014
M.D. Pruitt's - Phoenix, AZ
. Provide administrative support to CEO, including research and
reporting information, transcribe and transmit reports and
correspondence, coordinate and manage calendar
. Prepare all materials, facilitate, and conduct meetings and events for
CEO
. Serve as CEO's liaison for all city, county, and state government
contacts
. Manage accounts payables, including invoice processing and check
disbursement
. Update and reconcile related financial information
. Provide accounts receivable support, including preparation of daily
deposits and cash flow balancing
Teacher
Cartwright Elementary School District - Phoenix, AZ
Aug 2003-May 2006
. Grade 6, 6/Math
Deer Valley Unified School District - Phoenix, AZ
Aug 1995-May 2002
. Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 7/Science, 8/Pre-algebra
. Developed a positive, effective classroom environment with high
expectations for all students of diverse cultural and socio-economic
backgrounds
. Created and implemented curricula and activities to meet state
standards using a variety of methods and strategies, delivering
individualized instruction as needed
. Completed ongoing continuing education classes with a concentration in
English as a Second Language (ESL) and Structured English Immersion
(SEI) methods, and implemented those strategies in the classroom
. Math Department Chair, National Junior Honor Society Advisor, Student
Government Advisor, Family Math Night Coordinator, Spelling Bee
Coordinator, Dedication Committee, and Hospitality Committee
. As a New Teacher Mentor, conducted bi-monthly training workshops for
teachers new to the profession or Cartwright School District - created
and presented materials including methods for effective classroom
management, various instructional strategies, parent communication,
conferences, and tutoring
Financial Advisor
July 2002-July 2003
Morgan Stanley - Surprise, AZ
. Provided financial planning services based on client interviews and
assessments
. Prepared and conducted seminars to educate prospects and clients on
products, key components of asset allocation, budgeting, retirement
planning, estate planning, and making sound financial decisions
. Marketed and managed investment and insurance products
. Acquired NASD General Securities Representative (Series 7), Uniformed
Combined State Law (Series 66), and Futures Managed Funds (Series 31)
licenses, in addition to Variable Life/Annuity, Accident/Health, and
Life Producer Insurance licenses
Family Support Counselor, Outpatient Program
July 1993-May 1994
Devereux - Phoenix, AZ
. Provided in-home counseling and behavioral health services for at-risk
children and adolescents, in addition to parenting classes for client
families
. Implemented and facilitated social skills groups at local elementary
schools
. Responsible for client assessment, treatment plan writing and
implementation, progress noting, interfacing with a multi-disciplinary
team, and discharge planning
EDUCATION
. Post Baccalaureate in Education, K-8 Certified
1995
Arizona State University - Tempe, AZ
. Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Resources: Family Studies
1991
University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ