RAIN LUNDBERG
Central Lake,MI
Summary
Enthusiastic educator! Passionate about helping children to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning. Adept in developing and implementing individualized lesson plans to meet the unique needs of each student.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Substitute Teacher
EDUSTAFF, LLC
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2016 - Current
- Provided classroom teacher with written feedback on results of lessons and student behavior issues.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment.
- Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned students.
- Observed established classroom schedules to provide consistency for students.
- Understood classroom emergency evacuation routes and supervised students during fire drills.
First Grade Teacher
Haslett Public Schools
Haslett, MI
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and participation.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and development.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
First Grade Teacher
Lansing School District
Lansing, MI
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Communicated regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences.
- Provided individual attention to struggling learners using differentiated instruction techniques.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to age-level and interests of students.
- Adhered to state standards when creating curricula for each subject area.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success.
- Maintained positive and safe classroom environment via effective management and discipline techniques.
First Grade Spanish Immersion Teacher
Lansing School District
Lansing, Michigan
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Prioritized social emotional well being.
- Planned lessons with logically sequenced objectives, based on curriculum.
- Used TPR (total physical response), visuals, and repetition to encourage language comprehension.
- Documented student attendance and maintained achievement and progress records.
- Engaged with learners to promote student dialogue and positive interaction.
- Collaborated with peers to enhance work environment and support instructional planning.
- Collected and documented student feedback to make adjustments to instruction.
- Used varied tools to perform summative and formative assessment to support student learning and provided ongoing formative feedback for growth.
- Encouraged student participation and challenged students to think critically.
- Created and maintained clean, safe and organized learning environment.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns.
- Practiced positive, consistent discipline in classroom management.
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet student needs.
- Participated in training courses and professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills.
Spanish Teacher
Looking Glass Child Development Center
DeWitt, Michigan
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Created and implemented fun, age-appropriate lessons to teach students (infant-school-age) Spanish Language.
- Maintained positive relationships and consistent behavior management.
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Grand Ledge Public Schools
Grand Ledge, Michigan
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Observed students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibited, equipment and demonstrations.
- Supported teachers by organizing materials needed for instruction such as books and art supplies.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an orderly learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Helped teachers manage student behavior in the classroom through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to struggling students when needed.
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students.
Substitute Teacher
PESG
Marquette, Michigan
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned students.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment.
Museum Docent
Devos Art Museum
Marquette, Michigan
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Conducted educational activities for school children.
- Assembled and checked required supplies for activities.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure smooth operation of daily activities.
- Escorted groups of school children through the art museum, educating them about the art in engaging ways.
Before School Program Aide
CFSUP
Marquette, Michigan
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Facilitated a wide range of fun activities.
- Enforced policies and rules to ensure safety for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Photography
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI, US05-2015
Skills
- SEL
- Arts Integration
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Patience
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Organizational Skills
- Promote Literacy
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
Certification
Standard Teaching Certificate
Languages
Spanish - Intermediate
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Haslett Public Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
First Grade Teacher
Lansing School District
08.2023 - 08.2024
First Grade Spanish Immersion Teacher
Lansing School District
08.2018 - 01.2021
Spanish Teacher
Looking Glass Child Development Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Grand Ledge Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
PESG
01.2017 - 06.2017
Before School Program Aide
CFSUP
09.2016 - 12.2016
Substitute Teacher
EDUSTAFF, LLC
02.2016 - Current
Museum Docent
Devos Art Museum
09.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Photography
Northern Michigan University