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Nicole Knauss

Pine Island

Summary

Knowledgeable math and reading tutor with a solid foundation in educational practices and an ability to develop tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs. I have a proven ability to engage and motivate students, leading to improved academic performance and increased self-confidence. My organizational skills and empathic approach led to significant improvements in student progress and motivation. Demonstrates strength in problem-solving and effective communication skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Corps Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Conducted tutoring sessions in groups of two or three students, using the Math Corps interventions to enhance the students understanding of mathematical concepts
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and engagement
  • Maintained organized records of student tutoring minutes, intervention pace, and assessment scores for tracking progress
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future interventions
  • Implemented strategies to manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for all students
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly

Reading Corps Lead Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Mentored peers to enhance tutoring techniques and improve student comprehension
  • Led monthly Q&A zoom meetings were a wide variety of topics were covered, including intervention strategies, student engagement, benchmark strategies, and data/ material organization
  • Assisted during training sessions for new tutors
  • Conducted tutoring sessions one-on-one or in pairs, using the Reading Corps interventions to enhance the students phonemic awareness, reading fluency, reading comprehension, and other literacy skills
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and engagement
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future interventions
  • Implemented strategies to manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for all students


Reading Corps Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Conducted tutoring sessions one-on-one or in pairs, using the Reading Corps interventions to enhance the students phonemic awareness, reading fluency, reading comprehension, and other literacy skills
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and engagement
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future interventions
  • Implemented strategies to manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for all students

Personal Banker

Sterling State Bank
09.2005 - 07.2011
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction.
  • Analyzed financial needs, providing tailored banking solutions for personal and business accounts.
  • Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills during client interactions, resulting in increased trust and fostering long-lasting relationships.
  • Mentored junior staff on banking procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
  • Managed deposits, withdrawals and wire transfers to process smooth banking transactions for clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Neenah High School
Neenah, Wi
06-2002

Skills

  • Organization and preparation
  • Student motivation
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Assessment and evaluation
  • Relationship building
  • Empathy and patience

Timeline

Math Corps Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2024 - 06.2025

Reading Corps Lead Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2022 - 06.2024

Reading Corps Tutor

Americorps/ Ampact
08.2021 - 06.2022

Personal Banker

Sterling State Bank
09.2005 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Neenah High School
Nicole Knauss