Lynn Callsen
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Bilingual, professional educator with focus on early childhood development. Skilled in supporting classroom activities and creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to meet evolving needs in an environment. Knowledgeable in child behavior management and instructional support. Can provide valuable support in classroom settings, assisting lead educators with lesson planning and fostering nurturing environment for young learners. Strong communication and organizational skills to enhance student engagement and learning. Dedicated and reliable.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Discovery Kids Childcare at Rockrimmon
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2021 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following CACFP dietary guidelines for children's health and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen to comply with health regulations.
- Collaborated with staff to create engaging meal plans that promote healthy eating habits.
- Trained new team members on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Implemented efficient food storage practices to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
- Coordinated meal service during peak hours, ensuring timely delivery to children in care.
- Conducted regular inventory checks, managing supplies effectively to support kitchen operations.
- Enhanced menu offerings by incorporating seasonal ingredients and feedback from children and parents.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Education
Early Childhood Teacher Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY06-1975
Skills
- Pikes Peak State College Early Childhood Education Teacher Certificate 2026
- Early Childhood Professional Credential level 1 (waiting on level 2 approval)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cook
Discovery Kids Childcare at Rockrimmon
07.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Pikes Peak Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Erie Community College