Diana Lystiuk
Goddard School
Lakewood,CO
4
Languages
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated, responsible, and energetic professional with experience in education, childcare, customer service, and event support. Skilled in working with children, communicating with people, organizing activities, and creating a positive and welcoming environment. Strong teamwork, time management, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail. Creative, adaptable, and quick to learn, with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
Work History
Dance Instructor
1 Year 9 Months- Designed and implemented engaging dance curriculum for diverse age groups.
- Instructed various dance styles, including ballet, hip hop, and contemporary.
- Organized and led group classes, ensuring participant engagement and safety.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create performance opportunities for students.
- Provided individualized feedback to enhance student technique and confidence.
- Promoted studio events through social media and community outreach activities.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through encouragement and support strategies.
- Developed and implemented dance classes for students of all ages, levels and abilities.
- Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Created choreography routines for soloists and groups based on specific themes or stories.
Assistant Teacher
1 Year 1 Month- Facilitated engaging learning activities to support children's developmental milestones.
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom management strategies.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance educational outcomes.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to optimize daily operations and efficiency.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Catering Server
10 Months- Set up dining areas for events and ensured proper arrangement of tables.
- Served food and beverages to guests with attention to detail and presentation.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of dining spaces during service hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely delivery of menu items.
- Managed inventory of serving supplies to ensure availability during events.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries and addressed any service needs.
- Cleaned up after events, including washing dishes and utensils used during meal service.
- Provided excellent customer service throughout the duration of an event.
- Greeted guests as they arrived for events, provided them with information about menu items, and answered any questions they had.
- Transported prepared foods from kitchen to serving areas using carts or dollies.
- Prepared and served food items to guests in a timely manner.
Cashier
5 Months- Processed customer transactions efficiently at a busy grocery store.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided product information.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the checkout area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately.
- Managed inventory restocking to ensure product availability at registers.
- Monitored promotional displays to enhance customer engagement and sales.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
Art Teacher
3 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student art projects.
- Instructed students on various artistic techniques and mediums.
- Organized art exhibitions to showcase student creativity and talent.
- Created a supportive atmosphere for artistic expression and experimentation.
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
Barista
1 Year 3 Months- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of the café and equipment throughout shifts.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - School Art Teacher
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Problem solving
Communication
Leadership
Child development
Creative activities
Time management
Event setup
Team collaboration
Problem solving
Effective communication
Attention to detail
Kitchen supply organization
Languages
English
Full Professional
Polish
Professional
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Full Professional
Certification
- Driver license
- CPR, AED & First Aid Certified — Adult, Child & Infant | Choking Response | Universal Precautions
Certifications & Training
Infant Safety Training: SIDS & Shaken Baby
Syndrome Prevention — CCDF 2 & 6
Administering Medication in Early Childhood Centers
Food Allergy Awareness & Safety Training
Family Child Care: Developmentally
Appropriate Practice — Socially & Emotionally Responsive Programs (2 Hours)
CPR / AED / First Aid Certification, [NationalCPRFoundation] — Adult, Child & Infant; Choking Response; Universal Precautions | Issued: April 2026
Timeline
Catering Server
catchy cafe
08.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Assistant Teacher
Goddard School
06.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Cashier
Netcost Market
12.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Dance Instructor
the red room studio
09.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Art Teacher
school 18 in Ukraine
09.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Barista
Coffe in Ukraine
05.2020 - 08.2021Read More
King of Danylo University
Bachelor of Arts from Graphic And Digital Design
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Precarpathian National University
Master of Arts from School Art Teacher
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