Carmen Yordan

 Carmen Yodan Apt. 5.1A Areito del Mar, Las Terrenas - - Summary: College Educated bilingual certified teacher and professor with experience at different levels, face to face and remotly. A passionate and dedicated educator with over 18 years of experience as an elementary teacher of ESOL and Multicultural Education to large and diverse student groups Highly skilled and resourceful Medical Billing and Coding Lead Instructor with strong background in teaching and student evaluation. Exceptionally knowledgeable in a wide variety of certification standards. Adept at maintaining student retention rates Experience in billing, collections and accounts receivable, dealing with multiple clients to adress their needs. Key Skills: Knowledge on Management Software Excellent Records Organization & Management Current on HIPAA Compliance Current OSHA compliance Excellent Interpersonal Skills Excellent Phone Skills Experience Scheduling classes Knowledge on Maintaining student records Great Communication with Instructors Bilingual in Spanish and English Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Education, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, May 1999 Major: Child and Family Development- Early Childhood Education Associates Degree, Everest University, Orlando, FL, October 2010 Major: Medical Billing and Coding Florida State Certification, Grades K-3 Elementary Education Arizona State Certification, Grades K-3 Elementary Education ESOL Endorsement- in Georgia and Florida Billing Certifications: American Academy of Professional Coders Certified professional coder (CPC) –From April, 2010 Certified Professional Coder- Instructor (CPC-I)- From April 2016 Professional Coder Experience: Sr. Billing Representative, Orchid Medical, Orlando, FL October 2011 – April 2013 Collections Representative, Orchid Medical, Orlando, FL August 2010- October 2011 WORK HISTORY: Primary Lead teacher August 2021- Present Isla Academy, Las Terrenas, Samana, Dominican Republic Elementary Coordinator Creating engaging lessons to involve pupils of all abilities Prepare course materials and design lessons that cover all aspects of the English language, whether written or verbal. Able to keep accurate records of student progress and customize individualized plans for students with special needs. Setting up the classroom, organizing displays and equipment. Using a mix of resources to enhance pupil’s exploration of the topic. Using different teaching methods, including whole class, group work, independent research, demonstrations, experiments and play, to motivate and encourage interaction in the class. Encouraging children to work together to achieve goals. Providing help and support to individual pupils as required, taking responsibility for their academic progress. Providing a safe, healthy environment, and following safeguarding procedures. Lancaster Elementary School, OCPS, Orlando, FL August 2017- Present Second Grade Bilingual Sheltered teacher Taught English language learners in a second-grade bilingual setting and translated instructional materials. Responsibilities included planning and organization of lesson plans, and administration of formal and internal assessments. Responsible in the organization of guided reading groups and implementation of programs. Work closely with second grade team to achieve county expectations. Florida Technical College, Orlando, FL July 2016- August 2017 Academic Chair Allied Health Direct, lead, and control activities and functions within assigned academic program including hiring instructors, assisting with scheduling of courses and instructors, providing coverage of classes, managing student issues, ordering equipment and supplies, conducting classroom observations of instructors, assisting with instructor performance evaluations, monitoring student attendance and retention, and facilities maintenance. Additional responsibilities include participation in strategic planning, budgeting, regulatory compliance, curriculum development, and other activities as necessary to help the school meet its operational goals. Florida Technical College, Orlando, FL Sept. 2015- July 2016 MBC Lead Instructor Responsibilities: Design instructional programs for assigned courses; Submit lesson plans, student grades, and other documents in a timely manner; Develop and produce instructional material; Evaluate student mastery of learning objectives; Responsible for retention and student attendance; Work with instructors from other FTC’s campuses on textbook recommendations; Design and work with compliance related documentation, following ACICS policies. Supervisor: Maria Rivera MD, Allied Health Chair and Karen Oporto, Academic Dean Florida Technical College, Orlando, FL August 2014- Present MBC Online Instructor Responsibilities: Create and deliver online courses in the areas of Medical billing and coding, medical insurance and reimbursement. Courses Taught: Medical Insurance, Coding and Reimbursement, Diagnostic Coding ICD 9/10, Current procedural Coding/ CPT, Principles of Health Information Resources. Supervisor: Manuel Angel, Director of US Online Operations and Maria Rivera, MD Online Academic Dean Florida Technical College, Orlando, FL Apr. 2014- Sept. 2015 MA and MBC Instructor Responsibilities: Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain entry- level employment in their field of study by utilizing teaching skills, experience, and abilities to create a positive and effective classroom environment in an effort to actively retain and successfully graduate students from their program of study. Courses Taught: Administrative Office Procedures, Medical Terminology, Medical Insurance, Coding and Reimbursement, Diagnostic Coding ICD 9/10, Current procedural Coding/ CPT, Principles of Health Information Resources. Supervisors: Samantha Schultz MBC Lead Professor and Maria Rivera MD, Allied Health Program Chair Orchid Medical Inc., Orlando FL Dec. 2013- Apr. 2014 Medical Billing and Auditing Manager Responsibilities: Responsible for the daily Billing department operations. Participate in the selection, training, and supervision of all billing staff. Provide excellent service and solutions to problem solving focused on cost effective policies, and ensuring compliance with regulation and standards. Supervise the processing of up to a million in charges per month. Supervise the processing of claims on a daily basis. Make sure that claims were processed accurately by adhering to specific insurance guidelines and according to worker compensations fee schedules and regulations. Supervised the process of submitting and monitoring any workers compensation insurance requests related to patients accounts. Daily assist team members to promote a healthy and efficient work environment. Implement various procedures and processes in accordance with corporate guidelines and requirements. Supervisor: Kenia Hernandez, Director of Finance and Jessica Asian, Finance Supervisor Everest University, South Campus, Orlando FL Apr. 2013 –Dec. 2013 MAA & MIBC Instructor Responsibilities: Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to gain entry- level employment in their field of study by utilizing teaching skills, experience, and abilities to create a positive and effective classroom environment in an effort to actively retain and successfully graduate students from their program of study. Courses Taught: Introduction to Billing and MAA modular classes that included; Medical Insurance, Medical Terminology, Electronic Health Records, Medical Billing and Coding, Supervisor: Susan Aldred, Program Chair Orchid Medical Inc., Orlando FL Aug. 2010- Apr. 2013 Collections Rep & Billing Rep Responsibilities: Research and record incorrect payments. Revised EOB rejections and other issues with outstanding accounts. Reviewed billing edits and provided insurance providers with corrected information. Provided tenacious follow up to ensure proper payments were fully collected. Supervisor: Kennia Hernandez, Director of Finance Bright Futures Learning Inc., Orlando FL Jun. 2007 - Sept. 2008 District manager Central FL Administration and Supervision Service programs to qualified schools under the Supplemental Educational Services of the No Child Left Behind legislation. Coordinated all testing sessions in schools and completed all district require documents. Accountable for the delivery of teacher/tutor materials to each school; maintain accurate inventory which also included large scale invoicing; gather pertinent data/information for payroll and inventory purpose Administration and Supervision Service programs to qualified schools under the Supplemental Educational Services of the No Child Left Behind legislation. Coordinated all testing sessions in schools and completed all district require documents. Accountable for the delivery of teacher/tutor materials to each school; maintain accurate inventory which also included large scale invoicing; gather pertinent data/information for payroll and inventory purpose Responsibilities: Service programs to qualified schools under the Supplemental Educational Services of the No Child Left Behind legislation. Coordinated all testing sessions in schools and completed all district require documents. Accountable for the delivery of teacher/tutor materials to each school; maintain accurate inventory which also included large scale invoicing; gather pertinent data/information for payroll and inventory purposes. Maintained contact with school facilitators and teachers. Speak and present information about the program to parents, school staff and administrators at meetings with each district. Contact parents to set up testing sessions, attendance concerns etc. Responsible for the training of newly hired teachers and establish tutor/teachers in the program. Supervisor: Allison Parrot Michael McCoy Elementary, Orlando, FL Aug. 2004 –Jun. 2007 Bilingual Teacher Taught English language learners in a first grade bilingual setting and translated instructional materials. Responsibilities included planning and organization of lesson plans, and administration of formal and internal assessments. Responsible in the organization of guided reading groups and implementation of programs Norcross Elementary, Norcross, GA Aug. 2002 -July 2004 ESOL Teacher Fowler Drive Elementary, Athens, GA Aug. 2001 - July 2002 ESOL Teacher Cleveland Road Elementary Athens, GA Aug. 2000 - July 2001 ESOL Teacher