Diane Lunsford
West Des Moines,Iowa
Summary
Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Care Representative
Mom's Meals
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Streamlined call response times for improved customer experience through effective communication techniques.
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge to provide accurate information and support to customers.
- Contributed to team success, consistently achieving call center performance metrics.
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Boosted classroom morale and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent encouragement and support.
- Improved student engagement by introducing innovative teaching techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through regular communication and involvement in school events.
- Ensured safety and well-being of all students by implementing appropriate classroom management strategies and addressing any behavioral issues promptly.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Alphabet Academy
Lead Preschool Teacher
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Improved student retention rates by implementing engaging and interactive teaching methods.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for diverse subjects, ensuring a thorough understanding of key concepts.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of thought-provoking questions and group activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Implemented innovative classroom management techniques to create a focused and productive learning environment.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Substitute Teacher Pre K-Grade 12
Ottumwa Community School District
10.2005 - 09.2017
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
Ottumwa, IA05.1997
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA05.1994
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Small Group Instruction
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Mathematics Instruction
- Special Needs Support
- Art and Music Integration
- Fine Motor Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Lesson Planning
- Head Start programs
- Child development expertise
- Artistic abilities
- Elementary Education
- Positive Reinforcement
- Play-Based Learning
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Creative Thinking
Hobbies
I enjoy many hobbies with the first oe being crochet. Crocheting not only helps me unwind after a busy day but I am able to create useful items like hats and scarves, stuffed animals and much more. One of my newest favorite projects is making themed hats each year as a Christmas gift for my adult children and grandchild.
I also taught myself how to make chain maille jewelry, create beads from paper, cross stitch. I also taught myself how to do latch hook with my left hand so that I could teach my mom how to latch hook.
I also collect old books that provide instruction in a wide variety of topics from woodworking to paper crafting.
Additional Information
Additional work experiences include preschool teacher with Head Start, English as a Second Language long term substitute and Vocational Instructor for Tenco Industries all in Ottumwa.
Additional volunteer experiences include Girl Scout Troop leader, Boy Scout book keeper for Troop 2, and book keeper for Evans Middle School Music Boosters. I also was active in teaching Sunday school class and later Word on Wednesday classes for elementary aged children. Served on the church counsel and was a long time member of the choir.
Timeline
Customer Care Representative
Mom's Meals
08.2022 - 03.2024
Lead Early Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
04.2021 - 08.2022
Alphabet Academy
Lead Preschool Teacher
05.2019 - 02.2021
Substitute Teacher Pre K-Grade 12
Ottumwa Community School District
10.2005 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Indian Hills Community College
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