Content Writer

Kate Russell

f107bo@r.postjobfree.com 408-***-**** P.O. Box 1625, Cupertino, CA 95015

Accomplished writer, talented teacher, and creative problem solver. Able to transform complex instructions into steps that are simple, memorable, and fun.

I can teach a 5-year old the Pythagorean Theorem and I have never missed a deadline.

Skills

• Talented at reviewing work for flaws, strengths, tone, style, and effective content

• Able to master new technologies quickly and simplify the learning process for others

• Proficient in Mac and Windows based software, including Pages, Word, Numbers, Excel, Keynote, iPhoto, and Snagit

• Able to lead small teams and stay on schedule

Education

Master of Science in Education, Old Dominion University, GPA 3.97 (1996-97)

Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, minored in Accounting, University of Washington, GPA 3.41(1985-87)

Curriculum Mapping, Stafford County Schools, VA (1999)

Pacing For Standards of Learning, Stafford County Schools, VA (1999)

Technology in the Classroom, Stafford County Schools, VA (1999)

Marilyn Burns Math Solutions, Stafford County Schools, VA (1998)

Helping Small Businesses Succeed, SBA, online (2009)

Experience

• Content Writer for SEO Content Solutions (2009-present) Written nearly 2,000 informational articles, HubPages, slideshows, and blog posts for clients requiring a variety of styles and layouts, using precise keyword densities and proper formatting.

• Screenplay Writer for Ontario Ltd. (2008-2010) Converted government ordinances and manufacturers' recommendations into animated training videos scripts.

• Wrote the Stafford County (VA) elementary schools' curriculum map • Published weekly school newsletters (1998-2004) • Premium writer for Helium.com, Primary Education Channel steward (2009-2010)

• Founder & Head Instructor at Children's Academy, Stafford, VA. (1999-2004) Created K-12 private school for struggling students that encouraged independent study. Developed and wrote curriculum. Wrote collaborative scripts for in-house educational videos. Motivated and facilitated success. 80% of students performed 2 years above grade level within 6 months. (Closed)

• Public School Teacher for Stafford County Public Schools, VA (1997-1999) Taught kindergarten and first grade, all subjects including technology usage. Improved comprehension skills as first grade Reading Specialist to elementary grades. f107bo@r.postjobfree.com

• Tutoring Program Manager for WA Alliance For Better Schools (2006-2007) Managed after school tutoring program for at-risk students and provided tutoring services for students in first through fifth grade. f107bo@r.postjobfree.com

• Full Charge Bookkeeper (1987-1990) Self employed. Provided GL, AP, AR, financial statement, and auditing services.

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