Christen Sundblad
Antioch
Summary
Creative educator skilled in fostering teamwork and communication. Experienced in designing engaging lesson plans and promoting positive relationships, ready to enhance student learning outcomes.
Detail-oriented professional with experience in early childhood education and member services. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills, dedicated to creating a nurturing learning environment and supporting student development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
LMC Child Study Center
Pittsburg, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to foster learning and development.
- Experience in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities that promoted social skills and cooperation among students.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized support to enhance learning outcomes.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment conducive to exploration and discovery.
- Assisted in maintaining classroom organization, ensuring resources were readily available for activities.
- Integrated creative arts into daily lessons to stimulate imagination and critical thinking skills.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 24 children through entire school day
- Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
Concord, CA
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Assisted members with inquiries and account management to enhance satisfaction and retention.
- Provided guidance on fitness programs and services to support member goals and engagement.
- Processed member registrations and payments efficiently, ensuring accuracy in transactions.
- Trained new staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures to maintain consistency.
Hair Stylist
Independent Contractor
Antioch, CA
05.2015 - 03.2020
- Delivered personalized haircuts and styling services to diverse clientele.
- Developed expertise in various hair coloring techniques, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current hairstyle trends and product innovations for informed recommendations.
- Established strong client relationships through effective communication and tailored consultations.
- Provided services to clients with a variety of special or unique needs, often in hospital settings
Field Operations Assistant
Brentwood Funeral Home
Brentwood, CA
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Coordinated logistics for funeral services, ensuring timely execution of operations.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of facilities for memorial events.
- Supported families with compassionate service during difficult times.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Completed funeral law certification to ensure adherence to legal regulations and best practices.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards and family needs through professional appearance and conduct.
- Oversaw all aspects of service and memorial arrangements, guaranteeing punctuality and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw registration process within EDRS system of CA, ensuring timely completion of death certificates.
- Engaged with at-need families to assess requirements and outline service options.
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming casket shipments to maintain compliance with specifications.
Education
Associate of Science - ECE
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05-2027
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Science And Social Science
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05-2026
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Multitasking and organization
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Attention to detail
- Creative and resourceful
- Client relationships
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Certification
CPR CERTIFICATION: INFANT/ADULT
COSMETOLOGY LICENSE: MAY 2015
Timeline
Intern
LMC Child Study Center
08.2025 - Current
Field Operations Assistant
Brentwood Funeral Home
08.2019 - 02.2020
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
03.2018 - 03.2022
Hair Stylist
Independent Contractor
05.2015 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - ECE
Los Medanos College
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Science And Social Science
Los Medanos College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Los Medanos College