Shirley J Toon
+1-270-***-**** *********@*****.*** Fancy Farm, KY 42039
WORK EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teacher K-12, Graves County Schools
November 2022 - Present
• Implemented strategies for behavior management to create a positive and structured learning environment.
• Utilized effective communication techniques to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Designed and implemented curriculum to meet the diverse needs of students in the classroom.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to support students with varying learning styles and abilities.
• Created engaging and effective lesson plans that catered to the academic needs of students.
Patient advocate at Nursing Home, Self employed
August 2017 - January 2021
• Provided emotional and practical support to families facing challenging medical situations.
• Facilitated communication and coordination of care between patients and various healthcare providers.
Technical Assistant and Claims Representative, Social Security Administration
August 1979 - August 2012
• Provided exceptional customer service to ensure client satisfaction and resolution of inquiries.
• Entered and updated data accurately and efficiently to maintain database integrity.
• Processed all Disability, retirement and survivor claims in a timely manner while adhering to government guidelines.
• Offered technical support to users, troubleshooting and resolving issues with software and hardware, trained staff on changes in operations, quality and new programs
• Reviewed and organized documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills through interactions with colleagues and clients.
EDUCATION
Murray State University
1977-1979
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business and Education
Honors Graduate with an area in Business Administration with Education Classes included general education classes then accounting, economics, typing, computer science, communication, finance, office machines, word processing as well as worked in the Business Department as a student secretary.
Paducah Community College
1975-1977
Associate of Arts - AA, General Education studies
Knowing I was going for a four year degree, I took the General Education classes so they would be complete when I transferred to Murray State University. (English, History, Speech, Art, Science, Algebra, Calculus, Anatomy and Physiology, Accounting, Economics and Typing) Fancy Farm High Valedictorian
1971-1975
High School Diploma, All classes required to graduate plus double classes in Business
SKILLS
Ability to Multi Task, Ability To Work Independently, Accuracy, Analysis, Customer Service, Detail Oriented, Elementary Education, Excellent People and Communication Skills, Flexibility, Judgment and Decision Making, Middle and High School Education. Multi Taskina. Phone Skills. Problem Solvina Skills. Special Education Teacher. Teachina Certificate. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSES
Special Circumstances Teacher Certification 2022