Diana Gomez Hudgens
Summerville,SC
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Palmetto Scholars Academy
01.2016 - Current
- Taught 6th-9th grade Spanish 1 & 2, 6th grade Latin American Civilization, ProTeam Leadership for Middle School, Teacher Cadet Experiencing Education instructor, Educational Psychology dual enrollment instructor, and Capstone Advisor
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate, relevant, and effective learning content.
- Developed instructor-led training materials that supported face-to-face classroom instruction for blended learning environments.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Teacher
Oakbrook Middle School
01.2004 - 06.2016
- Taught Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth grade Spanish
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Bright Horizons
07.2002 - 02.2003
- Lead Pre-K teacher
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Regularly communicated with parents about their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Teacher
James Island High School
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Taught Honors, CP and IB levels of Spanish 1-5
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Private Tutor
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Privately tutored in geometry, algebra, history and Spanish
Education
University of South Carolina
M.ED in Languages -
College of Charleston
05.2011
BA in Spanish -
Columbia College
05.2011
Columbia College
03.1998
University of Salamanca, Spain
08.1997
Skills
Instructional Strategies
Teaching Life Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Student Counseling
Organization and Planning
Classroom Management
Lesson Plan Implementation
Student Engagement
Additional Experiences
- 2023-Present, Teacher participant for curriculum development and design for the Center for Education Recruitment, Retention and Advancement, for teacher education
- 2023, Speaker & Presenter at Explorica's Teacher to Teacher Travel Seminar in London, England2020-2023, Mentor to first year teachers at Palmetto Scholars Academy
- 2021-present, Foreign Language Department chair
- 2022-present, Advisor for Chick Fila Leader Academy for high school students
- 2019- Present, Teacher to Teacher Mentor with Explorica Educational Travel
- 2019, Speaker & Presenter at Explorica's Teacher to Teacher Travel Seminar in Madrid Spain2012-2015, Member of the District curriculum writing teacher in Dorchester District Two
- 2008-2019, Organizer and Group Leader to hundreds of parents, students and teachers to Peru, Spain, France, Italy, Morocco and Costa Rica
- 2008-2016, Middle School Foreign Language Liaison for 4 middle schools in Dorchester District Two
- 2006-2010, Mentor and Cooperating teacher to 4 students teachers through the College of Charleston
- 2005-2006, Served as homebase teacher for Hispanic students, translating school documents, announcements and assignments
- 2006, Arranged for Eighth grade Spanish 1 students to teach Spanish lessons at Oakbrook Elementary School as Community Service Project
- 2006, Developed book drive for Trident United Way, donated 100 books for literacy program
- 2013-2016, Member of Dorchester District Two Foreign Language Curriculum Writing Team
- 2007-2011, Mentor to 4 student teachers from College of Charleston
- 2007, Red Carpet Committee member Member of PBIS Committee
- 2006-2007, Served as presenter at several staff-development meetings on Classroom Management
Accomplishments
- 2006, OMS Teacher of the Year Finalist
- 2007, OMS Teacher of the Year Finalist
- 2008, OMS Teacher of the Year Finalist
- 2008, OMS Teacher of the Year
- 2008, Dorchester District Two Honor Teacher of the Year
Certification
- Certified Spanish Teacher
- Certified Educational Psychology instructor
- Certified Teacher Educator
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Teacher
Palmetto Scholars Academy
01.2016 - Current
Teacher
Oakbrook Middle School
01.2004 - 06.2016
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Bright Horizons
07.2002 - 02.2003
Teacher
James Island High School
01.1998 - 01.2002
Private Tutor
01.1997 - 01.1998
University of South Carolina
M.ED in Languages -
College of Charleston
BA in Spanish -
Columbia College
Columbia College
University of Salamanca, Spain
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