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Linda E Benson

Colorado Springs

Summary

My aim is to partner with The Classical Academy's creed to recognize truth, create beauty, and bestow goodness through my words, actions, and work in all its' forms to and with the families and faculty of TCA!

Dynamic, warm and adaptable, I hold a diverse background spanning from photography to home care for neuro-normative and disabled children and adults. Most recently, as a home maker for my family, I have run a photography business and done office-type administrative support for business owners.

I strive to create warm, engaging environments so as to enhance the well-being of those around me, and create a safe, fun, and hospitable space, whether its in the classroom, library, or crosswalk!

I look forward to continuing to be proud partner and parent of (soon to be two) TCA students!

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
  • Communicate, plan and schedule photo shoot details with clients
  • Guide clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations
  • Prepare camera settings and posing shoot list to stay organized during photoshoot specific to the senior, etc) of photoshoot booked (wedding, family, maternity, clients
  • Create a comfortable and fun environment to put clients at ease and to capture candid interactions
  • Utilize workflow with photo editing software of Lightroom CC to deliver high-quality images in a timely manner via digital client gallery


Certified Health Coach

Optavia
05.2013 - 10.2018

Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-on-one coaching and support with guidelines and support,
  • Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.
  • Provide access to resources and tools, facilitate community support and accountability

Qualifications to coach included: study and obtained COPE certification in partnership with the MacDonald Center for Obesity Prevention and Education and the Villanova School of Nursing

  • Initiated and implemented relevant trainings and/or tutorials on mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

Front Desk and Office Administrator

Pure Desire Ministries
06.2011 - 05.2013
  • Greet and assisted guests and clients into office.
  • Answered multi-line phone system.
  • Maintained electronic and paper filing systems
  • Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong working relationships among colleagues.
  • Scheduling and organizing client appointments for clinicians
  • Answering and discussing current-crises experiences with distressed potential clients.
  • Sending product materials to appropriate destinations
  • Editing video content for website

Caregiver

Senior Helpers
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • To implement care plan for individual clients on on q weekly basis.
  • Aid clients in tasked self care, home care (cleaning), shopping needs (financial), and recreational goals.
  • Geriatric and seizure safe bathing care
  • Proficient in dementia, seizure, and special needs care.
  • Drive clients to and from appointments in tiely manner
  • track hours and mileage
  • Adhere to individual client-specific criteria, driving needs, and care on a weekly basis.

Nanny for Normative and Developmentally Challenged

Local Families in Washington State
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Enhanced children's emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Enhanced communication skills of autistic children by implementing visual aids and social stories.
  • Designed engaging sensory-based activities that promoted cognitive development and self-regulation among autistic individuals.

Education

Bachelors of Science -

Multnomah University
Portland, OR
05-2010

Associate of Science -

Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WA
05-2007

Certificate in Bible - Bible

Montana Wilderness School of The Bible
Augusta, MT
05-2004

Skills

  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Relationship building
  • Administrative office tasks
  • Assisting with instruction and guidance for children
  • Photo editing in Lightroom Classic
  • Proficient in Microsoft software
  • Administrative tasks

Interests

  • Historical Exploration
  • Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness

Timeline

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2019 - Current

Certified Health Coach

Optavia
05.2013 - 10.2018

Caregiver

Senior Helpers
01.2012 - 01.2014

Front Desk and Office Administrator

Pure Desire Ministries
06.2011 - 05.2013

Nanny for Normative and Developmentally Challenged

Local Families in Washington State
01.2000 - 01.2007

Bachelors of Science -

Multnomah University

Associate of Science -

Cascadia Community College

Certificate in Bible - Bible

Montana Wilderness School of The Bible
Linda E Benson