Diane Barnes
Evans,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic guest teacher with proven abilities in classroom management and positive reinforcement. Versatile educator known for implementing effective instructional strategies and advocating for children's welfare. Committed to creating positive learning environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive educational success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Teacher
Greeley D6, Weld RE4 and Fort Collins School Districts
Greeley
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Facilitated classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance educational experiences for students.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress effectively.
Foster Mom /CASA Volunteer
Department of Human Services
Denver, CO
03.2014 - 05.2020
- Advocated for children's welfare through effective communication with families and legal representatives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive case plans for youth in foster care.
- Monitored court proceedings and ensured child advocacy standards were upheld throughout legal processes.
- Conducted regular visits with assigned children to assess needs and provide emotional support.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by providing feedback to enhance service delivery and outcomes for children.
- Supported family reunification efforts, facilitating visitations and maintaining open lines of communication.
Program Manager
Denver Child Advocates
Denver, CO
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Led program development to enhance child advocacy initiatives across multiple community sectors.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement effective strategies for improving service delivery.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops to enhance staff capabilities and knowledge.
- Oversaw implementation of case management systems to streamline operations and improve client tracking.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Advocated for policy changes by conducting research and presenting findings to key stakeholders effectively.
Program Manager
Dell Computers
Austin, TX
04.1994 - 12.2004
- Managed a team of marketing professionals, resulting in increased productivity and project success rates.
- Established a consistent brand identity across all channels, including print, digital, and social media platforms.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively to ensure timely delivery of products/services while maintaining budget constraints.
- Developed strategic partnerships with complementary brands for co-marketing initiatives that expanded market share significantly.
- Implemented data-driven decision making by using analytics tools to track campaign performance and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Utilized knowledge of online strategies such as search engine marketing, product listings and affiliate marketing to maximize campaign results.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Utah State University
Logan, UTMaster of Arts - Human Resources
University of The Rockies
Colorado SpringsSkills
- Organization, self-discipline, and technology background
- Guest teaching, classroom management, student engagement
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Online tools proficiency, Microsoft product suite, Schoology and Infinite Campus Positive reinforcement practices
Timeline
Guest Teacher
Greeley D6, Weld RE4 and Fort Collins School Districts
08.2021 - Current
Program Manager
Denver Child Advocates
01.2015 - 12.2016
Foster Mom /CASA Volunteer
Department of Human Services
03.2014 - 05.2020
Program Manager
Dell Computers
04.1994 - 12.2004
Master of Science - Psychology
Utah State University
Master of Arts - Human Resources
University of The Rockies