Luke Kannavos
Woody’s Public House
Huntington Station,NY
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Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Experienced with developing and delivering age-appropriate curriculum to elementary students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to maintain student interest and support diverse learning styles using the Universal Design for Learning. Track record of fostering positive classroom environment and effectively managing student behavior.
Work History
Head Camp Counselor
2 Months- Supervised daily camp activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all campers.
- Cultivated strong relationships with campers, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promoted personal growth and teamwork.
- Collaborated with an assistant counselor to promote a safe and enjoyable summer camp atmosphere.
- Monitored camper progress, providing feedback to parents weekly on development and behavior throughout the season.
- Coordinated logistics for field trips, managing schedules and transportation arrangements efficiently.
Per Diem/Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
3 Months- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate engaging and effective classroom instruction.
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse student learning needs and styles.
- Collaborated with teachers to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a focused learning atmosphere.
Group Exercise Instructor
9 Months- Designed engaging group exercise classes to enhance participant motivation and retention.
- Instructed diverse fitness programs, adapting techniques to meet varying skill levels.
- Monitored participant progress, providing constructive feedback to promote individual growth.
- Improved overall client fitness levels through the incorporation of strength training exercises into Muay Thai workouts.
Youth Care Specialist
1 Year 6 Months- Monitor youth during their residential activities
- Ensure safety of youth and correct dangerous behavior
- Provide a model of correct responsible behavior for youth residents
- Occasionally take youth on home visits
- Occasionally supervise home visits
Substitute Paraprofessional
1 Year 8 Months- Facilitated small group math/literacy activities
- Worked individually with students possessing IEPs
- Worked individually with students possessing IBPs
- Supported student learning and comprehension
- A substitute paraprofessional fills in for absent paraprofessional workers assigned as one-on-one aids for students in a classroom setting
Hospitality Service
3 Years 7 Months- Check ids of patrons entering the establishment
- Ensure safety of patrons and monitor behavior
- Clean establishment after closing
- Restock merchandise
Lifeguard/Beach Manager
1 Year 3 Months- Ensure safety of patrons while swimming
- Complete daily paperwork
- Communicate with staff to provide availability each week to supervisors
- Ensure proper maintenance of beach facilities
Cashier
1 Year 9 Months- Facilitate financial transactions between customer and store
- Ensure cleanliness of personal register
- Stock register with required materials to facilitate sales
- Communicate with customers to ensure satisfactory service
Infant/Toddler, Ithaca Community Childcare Center
- Facilitated a small group read-aloud
- Learned effective behavior management strategies for early-childhood
- Learned key developmental milestones of young children
- Experiences
4th Grade, Groton Elementary School
2 Months- Facilitated small group math activities
- Facilitated small group reading and questioning
- Provided individual support during math activities
- Learned additional effective callback techniques
- Learned additional scaffolding techniques during individual instruction
- Experiences
Kindergarten, Franklin Elementary
4 Months- Facilitated small group math lesson
- Facilitated large group culture-based migration lesson
- Supported English Language Learners in the classroom
- Provided support to English Language Learners during small group activities
- Experiences
Pre-Kindergarten, F.E Smith Elementary
3 Months- Facilitated small group play activities interacting with the environment
- Facilitated a large group lesson including a book and art activity
- Learned effective behavior management strategies for elementary ages
- Learned to encourage independence amongst young learners
- Experiences
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Early Childhood/Childhood Education, Environmental Studies, Psychology
- cum laude graduate
Skills
Microsoft Word
Google Docs
Canva
PowerPoint
E-mail
Smartboard Professional Development
CapCut Video Editing Software
PC and Macintosh
Fostering inclusive learning environments
Peer collaboration
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Parent-teacher communication
Accomplishments
- Received "Target" evaluation on each of student teaching lesson observations.
Certification
- New York State Initial Certification
- Childhood Education (Gr. 1-6)
Timeline
Head Camp Counselor
Camp W
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Per Diem/Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
South Huntington Union Free School District
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
4th Grade, Groton Elementary School
Groton Central School District
09.2025 - 11.2025Read More
Group Exercise Instructor
SUNY Cortland
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Youth Care Specialist
William George Agency
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Kindergarten, Franklin Elementary
Syracuse City School District
01.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Substitute Paraprofessional
South Huntington Union Free School District
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
Pre-Kindergarten, F.E Smith Elementary
Cortland City School District
09.2024 - 12.2024Read More
Hospitality Service
Woody’s Public House
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Lifeguard/Beach Manager
Town of Huntington Parks and Recreation
05.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Cashier
Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace
08.2020 - 05.2022Read More
Infant/Toddler, Ithaca Community Childcare Center
Ithaca Community Childcare Center
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State College of New York College At Cortland
Bachelor’s of Science from Early Childhood/Childhood Education, Environmental Studies, Psychology
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