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Diana Ackner

Scotia,New York

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with strong organizational and communication skills. Proven ability to develop curriculum and coordinate impactful programs, including intergenerational events and choir performances, fostering community engagement and growth.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Education and Kids Hope and Choir

First Reformed Church of Scotia
Scotia NY
08.2021 - Current

Choose and modify curriculum for all ages.

Teach K-12 faith formation class.

Lead adult Bible study.

Coordinate Youth group and mission trip with others churches.

Coordinate intergenerational events.

Strong communication skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Coordinate Kids Hope program including recruiting and training mentors.

Direct choir including music selection and coordinating with accompanist and organist.

Music Educator

Guilderland Central Schools
Guilderland, NY
09.1988 - 06.2021
  • Organized performance events, enhancing students' confidence and community engagement.
  • Enhanced student performance through individualized instruction, addressing diverse learning styles.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary lessons connecting music education to other subjects such as math or language arts.
  • Organized annual music concerts, showcasing student talent and achievements to the school community.
  • Developed comprehensive music curriculum by incorporating various teaching methods and innovative techniques.
  • Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.

Education

Master of Science - Music Education

College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY
01-1992

Skills

  • Educational leadership
  • Curriculum development
  • Strong organization skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Choir conducting experience
  • Piano and guitar skills
  • Collaboration skills

Certification

New York State teaching certificate Music K-12

Timeline

Director of Education and Kids Hope and Choir

First Reformed Church of Scotia
08.2021 - Current

Music Educator

Guilderland Central Schools
09.1988 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Music Education

College of Saint Rose