Diana Hudgens
Summerville,South Carolina
Summary
Talented educator effective at determining course plans, selecting curriculum and managing program implementation. Highly organized and thorough with a flexible mentality. Offering 24 years' experience in the field. History of improving course strength and modernizing instruction with a fresh and forward-thinking approach to education. Bringing understanding of traditional and contemporary approaches, instructional strategies, and materials offerings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Education Instructor
Palmetto Scholars Academy
08.2016 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Enhanced classroom learning by facilitating small group projects and discussions centering around core concepts of early child development.
- Taught child development courses and contributed expertise to general education course offerings.
- Displayed general knowledge of child growth, development and behavior characteristics and supported language improvement.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors to encourage children's social and emotional development.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Spanish Teacher
Oakbrook Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2016
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Client Service Coordinator
Turner Studios
06.2003 - 03.2004
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Managed receptionist area by greeting visitors, responding to telephone, and email inquiries and providing information for in-person requests.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.
- Created customer support strategies to increase customer retention.
- Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost client satisfaction.
- Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of sales activities and progress.
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Offered troubleshooting advice to assist customers with technical issues and navigate smooth process.
- Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
Spanish Teacher
James Island High School
01.1999 - 05.2002
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Education
Master of Education - Language Acquisition
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Columbia College
Columbia, SC12.1998
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Training delivery
- Adaptive Learning
- Performance monitoring
- Inquiry-based learning
- Course design
- Instructional Best Practices
- Teaching strategies
- Curriculum Design
- Content Development
Certification
- Licensed teacher
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you.
Zig Ziglar
Timeline
Teacher Education Instructor
Palmetto Scholars Academy
08.2016 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Oakbrook Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2016
Client Service Coordinator
Turner Studios
06.2003 - 03.2004
Spanish Teacher
James Island High School
01.1999 - 05.2002
Master of Education - Language Acquisition
College of Charleston
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Columbia College
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