Experienced Educator for Adult Basic Education

Location:

Posted:

December 02, 2009

KIMBERLY TAYLOR

Westchester, IL 60154

**************@******.******.***

Cell 708-***-****

Career Objective:

Summary of Accomplishments:

 Provided meaningful supervision and direction to students in the classroom

 Initiated questions to students about summarizing, clarifying, and predicting text

 Collaborated with a diverse population of teachers, administrators, and parents

 Used instructional strategies to encourage critical thinking and problem solving

 Improvised lesson plans as necessary using book reads, flash cards of facts games

 Used fast thinking to make meaningful decisions to settle disputes and problems in class

 Worked with other groups on low-income housing initiatives and Pre-Purchase counseling

 Planned new employee orientation and training

 Ensured compliance with supportive services, contracts and grants

 Presided over contractual relationships; systematized policies and procedures

 Conducted on-site file audits and mitigated future occurrences

 Worked with community groups to address housing maintenance issues and weatherization

 Implemented internal fiscal controls, managed a multi-million dollar loan portfolio

 Account management for all facets of new and rehab developments

 Recruited as team leader to manage a complex loan portfolio

 Maintained business alliances by guaranteeing excellent customer satisfaction

Summary of Qualifications:

 Positive history of leadership in area of education, non-profit, and banking

 Excellent written and oral communication skills, including speaking in front of groups

 Five plus years experience in project management and construction

 Proven project management, analytical skills, and supervisory experience

 Demonstrated creativity in marketing communications and programs

 Expertise in Supportive Housing Programs for low-to-moderate individuals

 Ability to analyze issues, develop and deploy solutions within a dynamic environment

 Experience with Microsoft Office Suite 2007, Power Point, Internet, email, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter

Education:

Master of Science Degree, Real Estate, Roosevelt University, 2008

Bachelor of Arts Degree, DePaul University (2003)

Employment Background:

Substitute Teacher, School Districts 88, 89, and 92 (suburbs) 2005-2009

Housing Coordinator, CEDA, Chicago 2003-2005

Senior Loan Disbursement Officer, Bank One, Chicago 2001-2002

References available upon request