Kosmas Damianides

• Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, maximizing student understanding of interconnected concepts.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
• Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, using data to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions as needed.
• Implemented research-based instructional strategies aimed at improving reading comprehension skills among struggling readers.
• Established high expectations for student behavior and academic performance, consistently holding all students accountable for meeting these standards.
• Served as a grade-level representative on school committees, contributing to decisions regarding curriculum development, assessment practices, and school-wide initiatives.
• Led professional development workshops for fellow educators focused on innovative teaching techniques aimed at increasing student engagement levels during lessons.
• Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in education and continuously improving teaching methods.
• Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, utilizing various strategies such as tiered assignments and small group instruction.
• Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and fostering open communication with students and parents.
• Organized extracurricular activities to promote student involvement in school events and foster a sense of community among classmates.
• Provided timely feedback on student work, offering constructive criticism and praise to motivate continued improvement in both academics and personal growth.
• Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of inquiry-based learning techniques.
• Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
• Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
• Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
• Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
• Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
• Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
• Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
• Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
• Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
• Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
• Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
• Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

• Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
• Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
• Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
• Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
• Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
• Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
• Taught Modern Greek Language and Culture

Taught Pre-School, Kindy, Pre-Primary and Years 1- 4 . Subject: Greek Orthodox Religious Instruction.

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
• Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
• Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
• Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
• Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
• Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
• Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
• Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
• Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
• Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
• Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.

• Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
• Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
• Handled complaints and questions, and re-directed calls to other team members.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area with updated reading materials for visitors while monitoring security by verifying visitor credentials and issuing visitor badges.
• Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
• Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent interpersonal skills and genuine care for colleagues'' needs or concerns.
• Boosted company image by providing friendly, professional, and timely assistance to all visitors, clients, and vendors.
• Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing incoming calls and directing them to appropriate departments.
• Took delivery of packages and documents, applying appropriate internal policies relating to chain of possession.
• Oversaw office equipment maintenance to support continuous and uninterrupted operations.
• Streamlined office operations for increased productivity by organizing and maintaining physical and digital filing systems.
• Collaborated with team members on various projects to achieve department goals and improve overall efficiency.
• Promoted maintenance of professional and courteous customer interactions across reception personnel.
• Supported executive staff with calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting for optimal time utilization.
• Assisted in the planning and execution of company events for improved employee morale and client relations.
• Bolstered communication between departments by promptly disseminating important announcements or information via email or interoffice memos.
• Utilized Software to retrieve and deliver Type messages.
• Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
• Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
• Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
• Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
• Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
• Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
• Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent or at lunch.
• Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
• Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
• Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.