Dana Lakshmanamurthy
Munster
Summary
Early childhood education professional with proven track record in developing and implementing enriching lesson plans. Known for fostering collaborative and supportive classroom atmosphere, adapting to dynamic educational needs. Trusted team player with exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Town of Highland
01.2019 - Current
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Develop curriculum plans that are developmentally appropriate.
- Seek out new ideas or skills to enhance the learning environment in the classroom.
- Provide hands on learning with a variety of stations. (sensory, writing, reading, and more)
- Give one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Lead Teacher
Woodmar United Methodist Community Preschool
08.2009 - 05.2012
- 3 years - Lead Teacher for the Pre K class
- 2 years - Co-taught in the 3 and 4 year old class
- 1 year - Aide for the 2 and 3 year old class
- Developed lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and implemented them
- Seek out new skills to continue enhancing the learning environment in the classroom
Childcare Director
Saint Mary Catholic School
08.1994 - 06.2001
- Childcare Director - before and after school program
- Preschool and Kindergarten Aide
- Sub for various classrooms when needed for Preschool - 8th grade
- P.E
- Teacher 1998 - 1999 school year - lesson plans and grading
- Created activity plans, purchased supplies, wrote handbook, and made a child friendly atmosphere in my room
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN12-2026
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
12.2012
Early Childhood Education And Dance
Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
First Aid and CPR
Leadership
Planning and Organization
Multitasker
Community Volunteer
Girl Scout Leader 15 years - Present
Munster Historical Society Member
Indiana Early Childhood Conference
April 2012 and April 2014
Northwest Indiana Early Childhood Conference
October 2, 2010
October 3, 2009
October 1996
Non-Public Education Conference
October 1999
October 2000
Sexual Abuse Prevention Training
August 10, 2011
Child Abuse Training
August 19, 2003 - Present
Dramatic Play Development
August, 23, 2010
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Town of Highland
01.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher
Woodmar United Methodist Community Preschool
08.2009 - 05.2012
Childcare Director
Saint Mary Catholic School
08.1994 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College
Early Childhood Education And Dance
Columbia College, Chicago
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