Linda Knauf
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing classroom efficiency and student engagement at Little Footsteps Bilingual Child Enrichment Center. Excelled in materials preparation and classroom management, significantly contributing to a supportive learning environment. Skilled in serving diverse communities, demonstrating exceptional ability in both group and individual instruction. Goal-oriented and caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assitant
Little Footsteps Bilingual Child Enrichment Center
2024.06 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
Teachers Assistant
Orchard Park Academy
2023.10 - 2024.05
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Assisted with second and third grade reading, math and science.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Lead a 40 minute kinder and pre kinder, library class, daily.
Teachers Assistant
S.T.E.P.S Academy
2023.03 - 2023.10
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Organized resources and materials for outdoor educational activities, broadening learning environment.
- Assisted in development of individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Provided extra support to students with special needs, facilitating their inclusion in mainstream education.
Home Health Aide
Homewatch CareGiversInc
2022.03 - 2023.03
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Pharmacy Clerk/Driver
Charak Center for Health and Wellness
2019.12 - 2021.11
- Verified prescription information prior to entry in pharmacy computer system.
- Established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database with current information.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Processed payments, returns and exchanges using pharmacy POS system to accurately manage transactions.
- Trained new employees on pharmacy procedures, policies, and safety protocols to ensure consistent quality across the team.
- Reduced wait times for customers with prompt prescription filling and effective communication between pharmacists and patients.
- Stocked shelves with medications and other pharmacy items for consistent availability.
- Delivered medications to other pharmacies as well as patient homes.
Caregiver
Transitional Living Centers
2018.01 - 2019.07
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Job Coach
Vocational Guidance Services
2017.06 - 2019.06
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
- Monitored and tracked developmentally disabled clients progress through consistent follow-up sessions, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
William L Dickinson High School
Jersey City, NJ06.2006
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Small Group Supervision
- Safety Guidelines
- Classroom Supervision
- Group and individual instruction
- Attendance monitoring
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Field Trip Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teachers Assitant
Little Footsteps Bilingual Child Enrichment Center
2024.06 - Current
Teachers Assistant
Orchard Park Academy
2023.10 - 2024.05
Teachers Assistant
S.T.E.P.S Academy
2023.03 - 2023.10
Home Health Aide
Homewatch CareGiversInc
2022.03 - 2023.03
Pharmacy Clerk/Driver
Charak Center for Health and Wellness
2019.12 - 2021.11
Caregiver
Transitional Living Centers
2018.01 - 2019.07
Job Coach
Vocational Guidance Services
2017.06 - 2019.06
High School Diploma -
William L Dickinson High School
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