Lanie Kuckens
Ragland,AL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Heritage Preschool, adept at fostering a safe learning environment and enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction. Skilled in lesson planning and conflict resolution, I effectively support diverse learning needs, promoting academic success and personal growth in every child.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Heritage Preschool
08.2024 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Assistant Teacher
Providence Presbyterran Preschool
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Live-Out Nanny
Nesmith Family
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
- Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by implementing age-appropriate activities and routines.
- Transported children safely to school events, doctor appointments, extracurricular activities using proper car seat protocols.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Receptionist
K&C Painting
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Education
Prattville High School
Prattville, AL05.2020
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Student records management
- Team building
- Safe learning environment
- Research and writing
- Behavior management
- Critical thinking
- Positive role model and mentor
Certification
First Aid
CPR
Child Development
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Heritage Preschool
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Providence Presbyterran Preschool
03.2022 - 08.2024
Receptionist
K&C Painting
05.2021 - 08.2021
Live-Out Nanny
Nesmith Family
06.2018 - 03.2022
Prattville High School