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Amber Lunk

El Cajon

Summary

Seasoned K-8 Substitute Teacher with comprehensive background in fostering academic excellence in diverse learning environments. Possess strong skills in creating engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs and effectively managing classroom behaviors. Noteworthy for enhancing student comprehension through innovative teaching techniques, supporting development of fundamental educational foundations. Demonstrable impact includes improved student participation and increased enthusiasm for learning within classrooms managed.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Parent Volunteer

Blossom Valley Elem and Los Coches Creek Middle
El Cajon
08.2013 - Current
  • Attended meetings to discuss ways to improve communication between parents and staff.
  • Provided support to teachers in classrooms, libraries, computer labs and other areas as needed.
  • Participated in parent teacher conferences as needed.
  • Assisted with the planning and implementation of a variety of school events and activities.
  • Researched best practices regarding family involvement in education settings.
  • Organized and coordinated fundraising efforts for student initiatives.
  • Assisted with organizing field trips for students.
  • Promoted specific skills through activities and flashcards.
  • Chaperoned field trips to museums, parks and other area locations.
  • Helped improve children's reading abilities by reading books and listening to students read.
  • Reinforced teachers' instruction by helping small groups with concepts.
  • Currently have an 8th grader and 11th grader and have been heavily involved since their kindergarten years.

K-8 Substitute Teacher

Cajon Valley Union School District
El Cajon
01.2008 - Current
  • Encouraged positive social interaction among students while managing their behavior in the classroom.
  • Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing rules of conduct and discipline procedures.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to questions from staff members or parents.
  • Utilized various instructional methods such as lectures, demonstrations, discussions. to teach core subjects like language arts, math, science, social studies.
  • Planned and implemented age-appropriate lessons for a variety of grade levels.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to ensure effective lesson plans were developed and executed.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Completed many long-term assignments, as well as switching day-to-day in different grade levels.
  • Built strong relationships with teachers, and they always knew they could count on me to show up and take care of their class.
  • Able to work well alongside other teachers to build a curriculum for a class I taught for three months, where no sub plans were left.

Private Nanny

Peggy and John Duncan
El Cajon
07.2006 - 01.2008
  • Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
  • Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
  • Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
  • Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
  • Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
  • Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.

Cheerleading Coach

Gymtrix
Alpine
07.2003 - 04.2007
  • Organized special events such as pep rallies or tryouts.
  • Organized and managed practice sessions, competitions and performances for teams.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and performance evaluations.
  • Evaluated individual skills of athletes to place them in appropriate positions within squads.
  • Provided positive feedback to motivate squad members during practices and competitions.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
  • Instructed athletes on proper stretching techniques before practices or competitions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

SDSU
San Diego
12-2007

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Adaptable teaching
  • Community involvement
  • Classroom organization
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Behavior modeling
  • Multi-subject instruction
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Student safety

Affiliations

  • I enjoy watching my kids play sports, hiking, mountain biking, playing pickle ball, and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Timeline

Parent Volunteer

Blossom Valley Elem and Los Coches Creek Middle
08.2013 - Current

K-8 Substitute Teacher

Cajon Valley Union School District
01.2008 - Current

Private Nanny

Peggy and John Duncan
07.2006 - 01.2008

Cheerleading Coach

Gymtrix
07.2003 - 04.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

SDSU

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