Diane Colburn
Slidell,LA
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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home School Teacher
Kim And Chris Stedem
Slidell, LA
09.2021 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Cedarwood Sccool
Mandeville , Louisiana
2022.07 - 2023.06
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Preschool Director/Owner
Pocketful Of Grace Preschool- Self Employed
Slidell, LA
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Stayed up to date on Louisiana Department of Education's early childhood regulations.
- Trained staff in essential work responsibilities and Louisiana's early childhood regulations.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
Preschool Director
Northminster Montessori Preschool And Kindergarten
Pearl River, Louisiana
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Collaborated with other administrators to assess program and staffs' needs to develop cost-effective budgets.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
Montessori Preschool Teacher
Northminster Montessori Preschool And Kindergarten
Pearl River , Louisinana
11.2011 - 03.2015
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, letters, practical life activities, and self care.
- Developed lesson plans, independent learning exercises while implementing the Montessori philosophy.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2008
Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Social and Academic Development
- Activity Organization
- Social Development
- Louisiana Educational Standards
- Positive Learning Environment
- Behavior Redirection
- Fine Motor Skills
Certification
First Aid and CPR certified
National Administrative Credential
Application submitted to obtain the Louisiana Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Cedarwood Sccool
2022.07 - 2023.06
Private Home School Teacher
Kim And Chris Stedem
09.2021 - Current
Preschool Director/Owner
Pocketful Of Grace Preschool- Self Employed
08.2020 - 09.2022
Preschool Director
Northminster Montessori Preschool And Kindergarten
03.2015 - 11.2019
Montessori Preschool Teacher
Northminster Montessori Preschool And Kindergarten
11.2011 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Louisiana University