Kathryn Schieferstein
@kathrynschieferstein
Detail-oriented professional with experience in underwriting and education.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Maritime Studies from Texas A&M University at Galveston. My experience spans various roles, including my recent position as an Underwriting Service Assistant at State Farm, where I honed my skills in error identification and application processing. I take pride in my ability to meet set goals for processing speed and quality while maintaining effective communication with colleagues.
In addition to my work in underwriting, I have a background in educational support, having served as a Developmental Learning Classroom Aide and an After School Instructional Assistant. These roles allowed me to develop strong problem-solving skills and foster a positive learning environment for students. My diverse experiences have equipped me with a unique blend of organizational and interpersonal skills, making me adaptable to various professional settings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Underwriting Service Assistant
State Farm
Sep 2019 - Jan 2024 (4 years 4 months)
Identified and corrected errors in auto insurance applications, ensuring smooth processing or escalation to underwriters. Met stringent goals for processing speed and quality, while prioritizing work effectively.
Developmental Learning Classroom Aide
Richardson Independent School District
Aug 2018 - May 2019 (9 months)
Assisted classroom teachers with student behavior management and instruction, and monitored students in various settings. Supported classroom organization, material preparation, and instructional planning.
Secretary
Panacea Limousine
Jan 2013 - Dec 2018 (5 years 11 months)
Performed contracted office work, including organizing business papers and logging business expenses. Utilized QuickBooks for client billing.
Merchandise Handler
American Girl Dallas
Mar 2018 - Nov 2018 (8 months)
Collaborated with a team to unload and organize merchandise in the stockroom, preparing items for the sales floor. Maintained an organized sales floor and assisted with customer service.
Instructional Assistant
After School Instructional Assistant
Oct 2017 - Jun 2018 (8 months)
Monitored and interacted with children in a learning environment, guiding them through planned activities. Maintained a positive learning atmosphere and effectively problem-solved in various situations.
Graduate Assistant - East Texas Research Center
Stephen F Austin State University
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Processed the Carter Lumber Company collection, performing archival data entry and creating organizational systems. Organized archival data for future use by researchers.
Student Assistant to Dr. Willett
Texas A&M Galveston
Aug 2014 - May 2015 (9 months)
Assisted Dr. Willett with various administrative tasks, including test preparation and grading. Managed classroom attendance and organized student papers.
Education
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Texas A&M University at Galveston
Bachelor of Arts, Maritime Studies
Studied Maritime Studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston. Gained foundational knowledge in maritime history, policy, and industry operations.
Stephen F Austin State University
Master of Arts, Public History
Activities and societies: Completed necessary coursework, unfinished thesis.
Completed necessary coursework for a Master of Arts in Public History at Stephen F Austin State University. Focused on historical research and archival practices, though the thesis was unfinished.
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