Lisa Caldwell
Valparaiso
Summary
Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Teacher K-12, 32 hours week
Valparaiso Community Schools
Valparaiso
07.2019 - Current
- Ensured continuity in lesson plans, facilitating seamless learning experiences for students.
- Communicated effectively with students to clarify lesson concepts.
- Exhibited organizational and leadership skills, effectively managing classroom dynamics.
- Maintained high standards as a role model for students, enhancing classroom environment.
- The substitute teacher has the same professional responsibilities that are expected from the regular classroom teacher.
Social Services Director, 40 hours week
Life Care Centers of America
Rensselaer
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Planned, organized, developed, and directed the operation of the Social Services department to address the emotional and social needs of residents.
- Made independent decisions to address unique resident needs, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing service delivery.
- Established quality care relationships aligned with Life Care standards, enhancing community engagement.
- Nominated by residents for Life Care Centers Whatever It Takes award in 2022 for outstanding commitment to resident care.
Head Start Lead Teacher, 40 hours week
Head Start Program
Valley Springs
01.2010 - 06.2019
- Managed a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5-year-old children.
- Mentored teachers in grade level, providing guidance and support.
- Write lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, and provide after-school tutoring for students that need it most.
- Developed lesson plans, managed classroom behavior, and provided targeted after-school tutoring for students needing additional support.
Education
CPR and AED - Basic Life Support Provider
American Heart Association
Rensselaer, INSociology - Bachelor's degree
University of California Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CAEmergency Medical Services - Certificate
Ivy Tech Community College
Valparaiso, INUniversity Studies - Associate in Arts (AA)
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CASkills
- Conflict Management
- Organizational Skills
- Social service operation cost accounting
- Communication skills
- Managing social services program budgets
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft teams, Zoom
Certification
- State of Indiana Substitute Teaching Certificate, 06/01/19, Present
- CPR/First Aid, 12/01/21, 12/01/26
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Social Services Director, 40 hours week
Life Care Centers of America
08.2022 - 09.2025
Interim Teacher K-12, 32 hours week
Valparaiso Community Schools
07.2019 - Current
Head Start Lead Teacher, 40 hours week
Head Start Program
01.2010 - 06.2019
CPR and AED - Basic Life Support Provider
American Heart Association
Sociology - Bachelor's degree
University of California Santa Cruz
Emergency Medical Services - Certificate
Ivy Tech Community College
University Studies - Associate in Arts (AA)
Monterey Peninsula College