Diana Hewitt
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Amarillo ISD
10.2016 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Owner/Operator
Self
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Operated automated Spa
- Sold Spa related items and Jewelry.
Guardianship Specialist
Texas Health And Human Services
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Attended and testified in Court proceedings.
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training fellow store associates on existing and new training programs.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Obtained information and conducted evaluations of an individual's capacity and need for guardianship services.
- Assumed care and control of all aspects of a ward's life, including handling financial affairs, and their estate.
- Maintained contact with every ward in assigned caseload, including regular face to face contact.
- Prepared and maintained documentation on ward related activities.
Community Supervision Officer
Potter County
09.2000 - 10.2013
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
CPS Conservatorship Worker
Dept Of Family And Protective Services
09.1994 - 08.2000
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX08.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Commercial Art
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX08.1988
High School Diploma -
Palo Duro High School
Amarillo, TX12.1975
Skills
- Lesson Implementation
- Safety Awareness
- Smart Board Technology
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Shared Governance
- Special Education
- Student Tutoring
- Behavior Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Behavior Redirection
Makes and sells jewelry online.
I have an active online jewelry store, and provide excellent customer service. I often receive positive feedback regarding my services.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Amarillo ISD
10.2016 - Current
Owner/Operator
Self
01.2016 - 10.2016
Guardianship Specialist
Texas Health And Human Services
03.2014 - 01.2016
Community Supervision Officer
Potter County
09.2000 - 10.2013
CPS Conservatorship Worker
Dept Of Family And Protective Services
09.1994 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
West Texas A&M University
Associate of Applied Science - Commercial Art
Amarillo College
High School Diploma -
Palo Duro High School