Diana Gamarra
Belleville,New Jersey
Summary
Innovative Educational Leader with a background in designing and implementing comprehensive training programs. Strengths include developing curriculum that aligns with preschool learning objectives, providing individualized coaching to educators, and fostering positive learning environments. Proven ability to make significant impact through strategic planning, collaborative leadership, and commitment to continuous improvement in teaching methods.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Instructional Coach
Belleville Public Schools
Belleville, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Conduct in class visits and ECERS/ Fidelity Tool assessments to provide feedback for reflective cycles
- Create and facilitate Professional Learning Communities and Professional Development trainings based on teacher interest and assessed need
- Serve as a member of the ECAC (Early Childhood Advisory Council)
- Perform outreach work through the position of CPIS (Community and Parent Involvement Specialist)
Early Childhood Educator
Belleville Public Schools
Belleville, NJ
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Create weekly Math and Literacy based lesson plans that correlate with NJ Standards and provide differentiated learning to students
- Input data based on observations and work samples into GOLD
- Established and monitored parents’ involvement through the communication of events and student’s progress through conferences/via email/classroom newsletter and Class Dojo
Lead Preschool Teacher
Leaguers Inc.
Newark, NJ
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Conducted observations using GOLD, of individual students to create and differentiate lesson plans within the Creative Curriculum
- Conferenced with parents to discuss progress and learning objectives
- Planned and facilitated Monthly Family Educational Meetings as required by Head Start
Early Childhood Educator
La Casa de Don Pedro
Newark, NJ
09.2001 - 06.2016
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction and demonstration, while meeting the needs of individual students in areas of Literacy and Mathematics
- Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulation
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership, Supervisor Certification
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2022
P-3 Certification -
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Drew University
Madison, NJ05.1998
Skills
- Classroom assessments
- Professional development
- Family engagement
- Excellent communication skills
- Team facilitation
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
Timeline
Preschool Instructional Coach
Belleville Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Belleville Public Schools
09.2019 - 06.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
Leaguers Inc.
09.2016 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Educator
La Casa de Don Pedro
09.2001 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership, Supervisor Certification
Montclair State University
P-3 Certification -
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Drew University