Dianna Boeckman
Ardmore,OK
Summary
Experienced Director of Student Services/Program Director with a demonstrated history of working within Career Tech and Public education. Skilled leadership in Administration and Counseling. Strong educational professional with a Master's degree focused in Administration/School Counseling from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and East Central University. Increased enrollment to over 95% of full-time programs for over eight years. Improved percentage of partner school high school students from goal of 20% to 32%.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Director Grants & Special Projects
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
07.2010 - Current
- Intake for all incoming Credit Recovery/GED Students
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Grant Writer
- Serve on District Strategic Planning Team
- Trainee for OQA/Baldridge
- Director for Cosmetology Program
- Implement new program-Project Lead the Way PreEng
- Supervise and evaluate employees utilizing OKTLE for job performance.
- Supervise HS and Adult Student advisement, counseling, financial aid, remediation, and college alliance enrollment.
- Conduct monthly staff meetings.
- Interpret ACT, ACCUPLACER and TABE testing.
- Process state reporting as needed
- Utilize Student Information System (CTSIS) to update records, career majors and compile reports.
- Maintain budgets, budget revisions and allocations for Supplemental Grants and Student Services.
- Make decisions regarding student placement in correlation with career majors.
- Work with sending school districts on enrollment, OKCareerguide, 504’s and IEP’s.
- Serve on District Planning Improvement Committee
- Plan and implement Principal/Counselor Meetings.
- Plan and implement Career Tech Expos for sending schools’ students and faculty.
- Compiled district accreditation reports for local school districts- Dover, Drummond, Buffalo
- Interviewed potential staff and make recommendations for new hires-Dover, Buffalo, Southern Tech
- Served as Special Education Director/teacher of record.
- Work within wider community to involve stakeholders in school policy, planning, etc.
- Enroll/scheduled students utilizing MAS-Public Schools.
- Write 21st Century grants for school districts-Public Schools.
- Write objectives and budget allocations for ALL federal title programs-Drummond.
- Maintain confidentiality for all students, parents and faculty-All employment.
- Process teacher referrals for student counseling.
Student Services Director/Program Director
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
07.2010 - 07.2022
- Intake for all incoming Credit Recovery/GED Students
- Write Grants for District
- Maintain Discipline for FT EmPower Program Students
- Serve on Dist
- Strategic Planning Team
- Trainee for OQA/Baldridge
- Implement new program-Project Lead the Way PreEngineering.
- Supervise and evaluate employees utilizing OKTLE for job performance.
- Supervise HS and Adult Student advisement, counseling, financial aid, remediation, and college alliance enrollment.
- Utilize TCTW Leadership Best Practices
- Conduct monthly staff meetings.
- Interpret ACT, ACCUPLACER and TABE testing.
- Process state reporting as needed
- Utilize Student Information System (CTSIS) to update records, career majors and compile reports.
- Maintain budgets, budget revisions and allocations for Supplemental Grants and Student Services.
- Utilize assertive discipline in conjunction with Southern Tech policies and procedures.
- Make decisions regarding student placement in correlation with career majors.
- Work with sending school districts on enrollment, OKCareerguide, 504’s and IEP’s.
- Serve on District Planning Improvement Committee
- Plan and implement Principal/Counselor Meetings.
- Plan and implement Career Tech Expos for sending schools’ students and faculty.
- Compiled district accreditation reports for local school districts- Dover, Drummond, Buffalo
- Interviewed potential staff and make recommendations for new hires-Dover, Buffalo, Southern Tech
- Served as Special Education Director/teacher of record.
- Work within wider community to involve stakeholders in school policy, planning, etc.
- Enroll/scheduled students utilizing MAS-Public Schools.
- Write 21st Century grants for school districts-Public Schools.
- Write objectives and budget allocations for ALL federal title programs-Drummond.
- Maintain confidentiality for all students, parents and faculty-All employment.
- Planned for and implemented group guidance for Pre-K-12 students-Public Schools
- Counsel individually with Pre-K-12 and Adult Students.
- Process teacher referrals for student counseling.
- Conduct financial aid workshops-Public Schools.
- Integrate real-life job skills into existing curriculum for career enhancement.
Pre-K-12 Principal
Buffalo Public School
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Streamlined school operations by evaluating processes and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and support for students in need.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
Pre-K-12 Counselor/Asst. Principal/Eng./Lifeskills Teacher/SPED Director
Dover Public School
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Cosmetologist
Mane Event
07.2001 - 12.2006
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized cosmetology services based on individual needs and preferences.
- Increased salon revenue by upselling additional treatments, products, and services to clients during appointments.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a seamless and enjoyable customer experience for all salon clients.
- Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
- Conducted thorough consultations with clients to assess their desired outcomes and develop customized treatment plans accordingly.
Pre-K-12 Counselor/Interim Principal/English Teacher
Drummond Public School
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for students with complex needs.
- Provided instruction for 7th-9th grade English.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Federal Programs Director
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to students' treatment.
Intern Counselor/Migrant Ed. Teacher
Hennessey Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2001
- Enhanced student self-awareness by conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students' wellbeing.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, mitigating risk factors and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Developed rapport with students, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
- Taught ESL to students in grades 1st-4th
- Collaborated with clinical supervisors, seeking guidance and feedback on cases to enhance overall counseling effectiveness.
Language Arts Teacher/Grades 6-8
Stroud Middle School
08.1997 - 08.2000
Education
Educational Leadership Certification -
East Central University
Ada, OK12.2016
Superintendent’s Certification -
East Central University
Ada, OK12.2001
Graduate Program -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05.2000
B.S. Degree, Elementary -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05.1997
Skills
- Business Administration
- Proven Teaching Skills
- Program Management
- Team Management and Leadership
- Crisis Management
- Team collaboration
- Written and Oral Communication
- Process improvement
Certification
- Superintendent
- Pre-K-12 Principal
- CareerTech Standard Administrator’s Certificate
- Pre-K-12 Counselor
- L.A. Middle School
- Elementary Education
- Special Education-Mild to Moderate
- Master Instructor Cosmetology
Street
3207 Rancho Lane
City
Ardmore
State
OK
Zip
73401
Technical Schools
- Master Cosmetology, Diploma
- Cosmetology, Diploma
Professional Experience
- Intake for all incoming Credit Recovery/GED Students
- Write Grants for District
- Maintain Discipline for FT EmPower Program Students
- Serve on Dist. Strategic Planning Team
- Trainee for OQA/Baldridge
- Implement new program-Project Lead the Way PreEngineering.
- Supervise and evaluate employees utilizing OKTLE for job performance.
- Supervise HS and Adult Student advisement, counseling, financial aid, remediation, and college alliance enrollment.
- Utilize TCTW Leadership Best Practices
- Conduct monthly staff meetings.
- Interpret ACT, ACCUPLACER and TABE testing.
- Process state reporting as needed
- Utilize Student Information System (CTSIS) to update records, career majors and compile reports.
- Maintain budgets, budget revisions and allocations for Supplemental Grants and Student Services.
- Utilize assertive discipline in conjunction with Southern Tech policies and procedures.
- Make decisions regarding student placement in correlation with career majors.
- Work with sending school districts on enrollment, OKCareerguide, 504’s and IEP’s.
- Serve on District Planning Improvement Committee
- Plan and implement Principal/Counselor Meetings.
- Plan and implement Career Tech Expos for sending schools’ students and faculty.
- Compiled district accreditation reports for local school districts- Dover, Drummond, Buffalo
- Interviewed potential staff and make recommendations for new hires-Dover, Buffalo, Southern Tech
- Served as Special Education Director/teacher of record.
- Work within wider community to involve stakeholders in school policy, planning, etc.
- Enroll/scheduled students utilizing MAS-Public Schools.
- Write 21st Century grants for school districts-Public Schools.
- Write objectives and budget allocations for ALL federal title programs-Drummond.
- Maintain confidentiality for all students, parents and faculty-All employment.
- Planned for and implemented group guidance for Pre-K-12 students-Public Schools
- Counsel individually with Pre-K-12 and Adult Students.
- Process teacher referrals for student counseling.
- Conduct financial aid workshops-Public Schools.
- Integrate real-life job skills into existing curriculum for career enhancement.
Memberships Honors Awards
- 10 years of Service SouthernTech
- OKACTE Guidance and Administrators Divisions
- Nominated for OKACTE Career Guidance Award
- CCOSA ODSS
- Modern Woodman Scholarship winner
- OKACTE State winner for Oklahoma Outstanding New Professionals
- Nominated Who’s Who in Teaching
- Chi Sigma Iota-Honor Society for Counselors
- Dover Foundation Grants to Teachers Program Recipient
- Stroud Public School Foundation Grants to Teachers Program Recipient-3 years
Civic Community
- Ardmore Soup Kitchen Volunteer
- Elks Lodge Member
- Taught Jr. High Sunday School Teacher
- Southern Oklahoma Area Partners
- Past Member of Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and National Interstate Board of Cosmetology
- Co-Chair of Southern Oklahoma Area Partners
- Foster Parent
- Organize Clothes Closet for Students in need
- Assisted with Okeene WheaEsta Contestants
- Various fundraisers for Okeene Cheerleaders and Athletic Teams
- Hosted the Drummond Angel Tree Project and Food Drives-coordinated all needy families with sponsors
Training
- Bridges Out of Poverty
- COABE
- Tri-County Baldridge Workshop
- TECHCAP IV
- TCTW Leadership Conferences
- OK Career Guide
- OK WorkForce Conference
- Ardmore Behavioral Collaborative/ACES
- Wright’s SPED Law WS
- LEAN Training Certification
- National ACTE
- ODCTE Student Services Endorsement
- TLE-Certification
- ACT/COMPASS SW Regional Conference
- Tech Prep Quarterly Meeting
- Oklahoma Department of CareerTech/OKACTE Summit
- Great Expectations: Creating Possibilities in Education
- OKACTS Leadership Seminar: Phase I
- OSDE Criteria for Effective Teaching Performance
- OSDE Administrator’s Conference
- Understanding the Frameworks of Poverty: Train the Trainer (certified)
- For Counselor’s Only Workshop
- Taught OKCIS Workshop to all certified personnel
- Taught “Maintaining Discipline” and “Career Alignment” to Americorps Members
- CCOSA Administrator Workshops/Federal Programs
- Advanced Computer Training Powerpoint, Excel, FrontPage, MS Office
- School’s Attuned
- VIP for Counselors Only-OK Career Tech
- Philanthropy and Grant Writing Conference-Shawnee, OK
- GCIC-“The Hard to Handle Student”/Oppositional Defiant & Conduct Disorders
- Abstinence Training for implementation in grades 8-12
- Bullying 101-Integrating the Bully-Free Classroom
- NETS Training-Quick Tests for drugs and alcohol in students (certified)
- Bureau of Ed Research/”Helping Struggling Students to Read and Write
Affiliations
- OKACTE
- ACTE
- CCOSA
- OSCA
- OSBBCA-Oklahoma State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
- OEA/NEA
Timeline
Director Grants & Special Projects
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
07.2010 - Current
Student Services Director/Program Director
Southern Oklahoma Technology Center
07.2010 - 07.2022
Pre-K-12 Principal
Buffalo Public School
07.2009 - 06.2010
Pre-K-12 Counselor/Asst. Principal/Eng./Lifeskills Teacher/SPED Director
Dover Public School
06.2006 - 06.2009
Pre-K-12 Counselor/Interim Principal/English Teacher
Drummond Public School
08.2001 - 06.2006
Cosmetologist
Mane Event
07.2001 - 12.2006
Intern Counselor/Migrant Ed. Teacher
Hennessey Public Schools
08.2000 - 08.2001
Language Arts Teacher/Grades 6-8
Stroud Middle School
08.1997 - 08.2000
Educational Leadership Certification -
East Central University
Superintendent’s Certification -
East Central University
Graduate Program -
University of Central Oklahoma
B.S. Degree, Elementary -
University of Central Oklahoma
- Superintendent
- Pre-K-12 Principal
- CareerTech Standard Administrator’s Certificate
- Pre-K-12 Counselor
- L.A. Middle School
- Elementary Education
- Special Education-Mild to Moderate
- Master Instructor Cosmetology
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