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Erika Lozuk

Carlsbad

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and effective communication at Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary. Proven leadership in fostering inclusive education and enhancing parent engagement. Skilled in technology integration and student evaluation, driving positive outcomes in diverse learning environments. Committed to empowering students and building strong community connections.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Manager

Cardiff Sockers
Cardiff
08.2022 - Current
  • Served as primary contact for distributing schedules and communicating changes to parents.
  • Coordinated game-day logistics, including field locations, times, and referee fees.
  • Maintained player rosters, handled passes, ensured medical release forms, and managed paperwork.
  • Created team budget, collected tournament fees, and managed expenses.
  • Distributed and managed team uniforms and equipment efficiently.
  • Planned social events to enhance team morale and foster a positive environment.
  • Provided game day support by printing cards, checking in players, and reporting match results.

Parent Ambassador

Pacific Ridge School
Carlsbad
09.2021 - 09.2025
  • Facilitated campus tours and Q&A sessions for prospective families.
  • Mentored incoming families to support integration into Pacific Ridge community.
  • Served as liaison among parents, staff, and school leadership to enhance communication.
  • Volunteered at school functions to support events and build community engagement.
  • Fostered an inclusive environment by sharing experiences with families.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance ambassador skills and knowledge.

Grade Level Coordinator and Helen Woodward Animal Center Liaison

National Charity League
San Diego
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Mentorship: Ability to teach and empower young women.
  • Organization: Strong skills in managing schedules, events, and record-keeping.
  • Communication: Effective, timely, and professional communication.
  • Leadership: Ability to lead with, or without, direct authority in a volunteer setting.
  • Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor Ticktockers to develop confidence, consensus-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Meeting Facilitation: Guide the grade-level Ticktocker board in planning, setting agendas, and presiding over monthly meetings.
  • Programming Oversight: Oversee the 6-year programming, ensuring, appropriate, and consistent activities.
  • Compliance: Enforce NCL rules, dress codes, and bylaws while fostering a positive, inclusive environment (preventing cliques).
  • Communication: Act as a liaison between the Chapter Board, mothers, and daughters.
  • Goal Tracking: Monitor progress on service hours and cultural experiences for the grade level.

Room Parent

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Served as primary contact between teacher and parents to relay event information.
  • Planned and executed class parties, activities, and special projects.
  • Organized volunteer recruitment for in-class activities, preparation, or field trips.
  • Assisted teacher with classroom needs, including supply organization and copying tasks.
  • Coordinated collections for teacher appreciation gifts during holidays and at year-end.
  • Actively participated as room parent for two classrooms each year of children's attendance.

EEF Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Assisted with fundraising campaigns and events to secure funding for district-wide programs.
  • Coordinated annual events aligned with foundation's mission to enhance community engagement.
  • Participated in committees supporting specific school initiatives to drive strategic goals.
  • Acted as liaison to facilitate communication between individual schools and the foundation.

PTA, President, Executive Vice President, Vice President Communications, Past President Mentor, Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Presided over all PTA board and general membership meetings, guiding organization toward established goals.
  • Ensured compliance with bylaws, policies, and legal requirements for all PTA activities.
  • Served as primary liaison between school principal, staff, and PTA board to enhance communication.
  • Collaborated with treasurer to manage budget and ensure financial compliance as authorized signer.
  • Appointed committee chairs with board approval, serving as ex-officio member of all committees.
  • Developed annual calendar, establishing and tracking goals for school year.

Participated in leadership training workshops and council meetings to enhance skills.

  • Dedicated approximately 16 hours per month to PTA responsibilities, adapting to varying demands.

School Site Council, President, Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Presided over all council meetings, ensuring adherence to parliamentary procedures for effective discussions.
  • Collaborated with principal to develop and distribute meeting agendas promptly.
  • Led annual review, revision, and approval of SPSA and associated budgets.
  • Monitored compliance with state and federal regulations, ensuring implementation of planned strategies.
  • Signed official reports, correspondence, and documents on behalf of the council.
  • Represented council at district meetings and local governing board sessions.

Long Term Substitute Teacher Third Grade

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards at Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary.
  • Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student participation and comprehension.
  • Organized educational materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
  • Adapted lessons on short notice to meet varying classroom dynamics and needs.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Encinitas Union School District

Room Parent Coordinator

Village Church Preschool
Rancho Santa Fe
09.2013 - 06.2015
  • Acted as primary liaison between teacher and parents to communicate event information.
  • Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming environment for families and children.
  • Provided support in resolving parent concerns promptly and effectively.

President, Youth Activities Coordinator

Las Madres Neighborhood Playgroup
San Jose
08.2008 - 08.2012
  • Leadership & Oversight: Responsible for leading the local Club Board and managing neighborhood-level operations.
  • Coordination: Represents the local chapter on the Executive Board level.
  • Strategic Planning: Sets goals for the local club to ensure engaging, organized playgroups.
  • Mentorship: Works with other officers (Treasurer, Secretary) and committee members to foster a supportive community for mothers.
  • Responsibilities: Organizing playgroups, planning events, managing club communications, and assisting with member onboarding.
  • Managed club communications and assisted with onboarding of new members.

Room Parent Coordinator

Grace Church Preschool
Los Gatos
08.2010 - 07.2012
  • Coordinated parent-teacher meetings to enhance communication and involvement.
  • Assisted in planning community events to foster relationships among families.
  • Facilitated workshops on child development topics for parents and caregivers.

First Grade Teacher

Almond Elementary School
02.2006 - 07.2012
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and informal evaluations.
  • Integrated technology tools into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
  • Organized classroom materials and resources for effective lesson delivery and accessibility.
  • Los Altos Elementary School

Kindergarten through Eighth Grade

Private Tutor
Los Gatos, Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles
01.2005 - 06.2010
  • Set goals with students.
  • Assist students with homework or practice problems.
  • Teach students organizational and study skills.
  • Provide feedback to students.
  • Review learning materials with students.
  • Prepare session materials or practice questions.

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

Glenwood Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about student development and classroom updates.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to promote social skills and teamwork among students.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Conejo Valley School District

Longterm Substitute Teacher

Providence School
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Ventura County Superintendent of Schools Office
  • Delivered instruction for various subjects across 8-12 grade levels.
  • Provided support to students with special needs during lessons and activities.
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education, Language and Literacy

California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
05-2006

Bachelor of Arts - Law and Society

University California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
06-2001

Skills

  • ESL Instruction and SDAIE Training
  • Equity and Diversity in Schools
  • Inclusive Education
  • Literacy Assessment
  • Literature Circles in the Classroom
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning
  • Educational technology
  • Assessment strategies
  • Parent engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership skills
  • Record keeping
  • Technology integration
  • Student evaluation

Professional Courses

  • International Reading Association
  • National Council for Teachers of English
  • California Reading Association Conference
  • ESL Instruction
  • Equity and Diversity in Schools
  • Inclusive Education
  • Literacy Assessment
  • Children's Literature
  • SDAIE Training
  • Literature Circles in the Classroom Seminar (leader)

Accomplishments

Golden Oak Service Award California State PTA 2022

Timeline

Team Manager

Cardiff Sockers
08.2022 - Current

Parent Ambassador

Pacific Ridge School
09.2021 - 09.2025

Grade Level Coordinator and Helen Woodward Animal Center Liaison

National Charity League
06.2021 - 06.2023

Long Term Substitute Teacher Third Grade

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
01.2017 - 06.2017

Room Parent

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022

EEF Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022

PTA, President, Executive Vice President, Vice President Communications, Past President Mentor, Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022

School Site Council, President, Volunteer

Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
09.2013 - 06.2022

Room Parent Coordinator

Village Church Preschool
09.2013 - 06.2015

Room Parent Coordinator

Grace Church Preschool
08.2010 - 07.2012

President, Youth Activities Coordinator

Las Madres Neighborhood Playgroup
08.2008 - 08.2012

First Grade Teacher

Almond Elementary School
02.2006 - 07.2012

Kindergarten through Eighth Grade

Private Tutor
01.2005 - 06.2010

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

Glenwood Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2006

Longterm Substitute Teacher

Providence School
08.2003 - 08.2004

Master of Arts - Elementary Education, Language and Literacy

California State University Northridge

Bachelor of Arts - Law and Society

University California Santa Barbara
Erika Lozuk