Karolina Miszczak
Bartlett
Summary
Dedicated to teaching with passion for working with children at multiple grade levels. Highly proficient in leading recreational and educational activities when providing head teachers support in all aspects of classroom management. Accomplished in building long-lasting relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Hardworking,helps teachers and staff with clerical or classroom needs. Supportive and organized with good multitasking skills. Dedicated and responsive with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Bilingual professional with more than three years of teaching experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Greenbrook Montessori
Hanover Park
05.2025 - Current
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
- Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Developed protocols for handling confidential information within the organization.
- Provided support in the recruitment and training of new staff members.
- Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
- Coordinated daily operations and managed workflow to enhance productivity.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Teacher's Assistant
Greenbrook Montessori
Hanover Park
05.2016 - Current
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Wiped down desks and gave students hand sanitizer to avoid germ spread.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Assisted in development screenings to measure students' motor, language and emotional skills.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
Occasional Babysitter
Anna Chlipala
BARTLETT
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Read books to promote language development.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Teacher
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2018
High School Diploma -
Bartlett High School
Bartlett, IL05.2016
Skills
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Student Performance Evaluations
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Attention to Detail
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Adapting to Classroom Needs
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Relationship Building
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Coaching and Mentoring
Languages
English
Full Professional
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Illinois Director Credential
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Assistant Director
Greenbrook Montessori
05.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Greenbrook Montessori
05.2016 - Current
Occasional Babysitter
Anna Chlipala
06.2014 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Teacher
Elgin Community College
High School Diploma -
Bartlett High School