Barbara S Gibbs
Newport
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1991
1991
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Under The Rainbow Preschool
Newport
08.2020 - 08.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development and address concerns effectively.
Insurance Agent
M&P Insurance
Newport
12.2005 - 04.2019
- Provided clients with tailored insurance policy options based on individual needs.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify coverage gaps and recommend solutions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients through regular communication.
- Educated clients on policy features, benefits, and exclusions for informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with underwriters to evaluate applications and determine coverage eligibility.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on industry trends and regulations.
- Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
- Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
- Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
- Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
- Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
- Processed payments received from clients promptly according to established procedures.
- Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while selling insurance products.
- Calculated premiums and established payment methods, receiving customer payments and issuing receipts.
Insurance Billing Specialist
Newport Hospital & Clinic
Newport
01.2004 - 09.2004
- Processed insurance claims accurately for patient services at Newport Hospital & Clinic.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation for claims.
- Utilized billing software to manage and track patient account information efficiently.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance regulations and coding practices.
- Submitted appeals to insurance companies when necessary.
- Identified trends in denied claims and worked with staff members to develop corrective action plans.
- Reviewed and corrected billing discrepancies to ensure compliance with policies.
Insurance Service Representative
Farmers Insurance Company
Newport
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Assisted clients with policy inquiries and coverage options.
- Processed claims efficiently and maintained accurate documentation.
- Explained insurance products and services to potential customers.
- Managed customer accounts and updated policy information regularly.
- Processed changes in insurance policies and periodically reassessed client needs.
- Provided customer service by answering inquiries and providing accurate information regarding insurance policies.
Insurance Service Representative
Wayland Insurance & Realty
Newport
01.1992 - 01.2002
- Assisted clients with policy inquiries and coverage options.
- Processed claims efficiently and maintained accurate documentation.
- Explained insurance products and services to potential customers.
Education
Business - Business
White River Technical Now Arkansas State University Newport
Newport , AR 08.1989 - 05.1991
Newport High School
Newport , ARSkills
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Behavior assessment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Policy implementation
- Documentation skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Professional demeanor
- Communication skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Under The Rainbow Preschool
08.2020 - 08.2025
Insurance Agent
M&P Insurance
12.2005 - 04.2019
Insurance Billing Specialist
Newport Hospital & Clinic
01.2004 - 09.2004
Insurance Service Representative
Farmers Insurance Company
01.2002 - 01.2004
Insurance Service Representative
Wayland Insurance & Realty
01.1992 - 01.2002
Business - Business
White River Technical Now Arkansas State University Newport
08.1989 - 05.1991
Newport High School
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