Tyra Knutsen
North Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic and versatile professional with experience at Montessori Visions Academy, adept in classroom support and student engagement. Excelled in lesson planning with academic reports, behavior management, and implementing enhanced learning environments. Skilled in multitasking and oral communication with a polite and positive demeanor. Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations with excellent communication when conversing with children, faculty, and other adults.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Visions Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Food Delivery Driver
Rocco's New York Pizza
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Served customers promptly by smoothly collecting and delivering high volume of orders.
- Interacted professionally with customers in person or by phone and acted with sense of urgency to drive positive customer experience.
- Kept delivery vehicle clean and neat to maintain company's professional reputation.
- Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit and debit card payments.
- Maintained organized, safe and clean work areas and complied with company safety and security standards.
- Followed delivery procedures such as remaining alert and aware of surroundings, learning delivery area and checking orders for quality and accuracy to promote food and service quality.
- Developed and maintained professional relations between customer, store personnel, and company.
- Addressed issues and resolved customer complaints to establish trust and reliability.
- Maintained accurate documentation of delivery logs, order information and customer contact details to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with restaurant staff or other food establishments to confirm orders and coordinate delivery times.
Private Babysitter
Confidential
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
Richmond Hill, GA05-2019
Skills
- Learning support
- Classroom restocking
- Supplementary instruction
- Skills development
- Safe learning environment
- Safety and supervision
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Student and faculty communication
- Behavior management
- Faculty collaboration
- Parent and caregiver relations
- School policies and procedures
- Payment handling
- Smartphone operation
- Excellent sense of direction
- Dedicated team player
- Professional appearance
- Quick learner
- Health code compliance
- Customer service
- Motor vehicle operation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Safe food handling
- GPS navigation
- Screen time control
- Housekeeping support
- Stress management techniques
- Special needs experience
- Medication administration
- Schedule management
- Strong work ethic
- Routine management
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- CPR training and certification
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Visions Academy
06.2023 - Current
Food Delivery Driver
Rocco's New York Pizza
08.2022 - 07.2023
Private Babysitter
Confidential
07.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
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