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RESUME

Resume
Professional ​
info​​

I have spent over twenty years working in healthcare as a respiratory therapist and medical coder, where I learned the importance of attention to detail, critical thinking, and clear communication. 

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Today, that foundation carries into my work in history, writing, and education, where I focus on making the past clear, meaningful, and connected to human experience.

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My work is an ongoing journey, shaped by writing, teaching, and creating meaningful ways for others to engage with history.

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My interests include twentieth-century European history and genocide studies, with a focus on memory, historical narrative, and how individuals and communities understand and carry the past forward through lived experience.

Work​
experience​

In-Patient Medical Coder | Remote
2014 – Present

  • Review and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes for inpatient and outpatient encounters, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and proper DRG assignment

  • Collaborate with healthcare providers and auditors to clarify documentation and maintain coding integrity

  • Manage high-volume caseloads in a fully remote environment while maintaining strong accuracy and productivity standards

  • Mentor new coders and contribute to workflow improvements through training and best practices

 

TEFL Educator | Online & In-Person Settings
2025 – Present

  • Teach English as a Foreign Language to learners of varying ages and proficiency levels

  • Create student-centered lessons focused on communication, pronunciation, and cultural connection

  • Use technology and multimedia tools to support engagement and retention

  • Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages confidence and participation

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Homeschool Educator | Independent
2009 – Present

  • Design and implement personalized curricula across humanities, sciences, and language arts

  • Develop lesson plans that promote critical thinking, cultural awareness, and a love of learning

  • Adapt instruction to meet individual learning styles and support academic growth

  • Integrate history and global studies into instruction to encourage deeper understanding

 

 

 

Respiratory Therapist | Various Clinical Settings
1996 – 2019

  • Provided direct patient care in acute and critical care settings, specializing in respiratory assessment, treatment, and education.

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and implement care protocols.

  • Delivered clear, empathetic instruction to patients and families, building strong communication and teaching skills transferable to the classroom.

 

Skills & Areas of Focus

  • Curriculum and Program Development

  • Teaching, Instruction, and Public Speaking

  • Writing and Communication

  • Historical Research and Analysis

  • Community and Youth Engagement

  • Health Education and Literacy

  • Team Leadership and Mentoring

  • Data and Records Management (RHIT)

  • Policy and Bylaws Management

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Education
Master of Science (MSc) in History
University of Edinburgh
Estimated completion August 2028
 
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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Individual Studies 
Minor in History
Athens State University - 2026

Cum Laude

Alpha Iota Sigma 

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TEFL Level 5 certification
The TEFL Academy - 2025
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Associates of Applied Science (AAS)
in Health Information Technology
Wallace State - 2014

Dean's List

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Associates of Applied Science (AAS)

in Respiratory Technology

Wallace State -1994

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