Dianna Prikhodko
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
A teacher who is passionate about children and teaching. Who loves working with children and loves to be a part of the teaching community. Warm and caring person who wants all children to be successful learners and will work to create a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and adaptive to variant needs of students. Dedicated and responsive teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. 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. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten Prep and Pre-k4
Christian Life Academy Of Early Learning
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Advisor
21st Century Learning Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Applied exceptional skills in communication and conflict-resolution to improve decision-making process.
- Responded to concerns with definitive and insightful answers.
- Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards and cafeterias.
- Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Modeled good behavior utilizing behavior modification or positive reinforcement.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
Manager/Site Coordinator
YMCA 21st Century
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed event staff scheduling and coordination to ensure continuous coverage.
- Organized and implemented jobs, roles, and functions among employees.
- Answered all parents queries with friendliness and expertise.
- Assisted with payroll.
- Worked well independently and on team to solve problems.
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in timely, efficient manner.
- Utilized strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized excellent leadership and organization skills to achieve goals.
Photographer
Capturedmomentsbydee
01.2017 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Directed wedding guests to pose for photographs.
- Prepared lights and flashes to be used with cameras.
- Calculated quotes for clients.
- Processed captured photographs according to processing standards.
Children's Ministry Teacher
Word Of Life Church
09.2016 - 05.2021
- Interacted with parents and guardians of children participating in services, classes and events to build strong relationships and expand church membership.
- Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
- Assigned responsibilities and tasks to volunteers and staff members.
- Recruited, coached and supported program volunteers.
- Organized and oversaw Sunday school classes for children between ages 3 and 5 years old.
- Devised strategies to drive program growth, encouraging children to build and strengthen relationships with Jesus.
- Planned and directed children's church services to share stories with moral and biblical messages.
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
- Evangelized faith to people by providing individual counseling and leading groups in teaching, song and prayer.
- Applied conflict management and communication skills toward de-escalating local conflicts.
- Traveled to various countries for a month for missionary work with religious organization.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
Tutor
YMCA 21st Century after school program
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Creating comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning.
- Worked with students after school on their homework.
- Remained flexible, adaptable and punctual.
- Worked to empower students on their journey to success.
- Upheld the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Developed training materials, such as handouts, study materials and quizzes.
- Worked closely with students in grades 2 through 3, helping to develop math and essay writing skills.
- Instructed students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to help to improve writing skills and excel in school.
- Quizzed students on learning materials and used special techniques to help in subject matter recall.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Read class materials and topics to prepare for tutoring sessions.
- Planned curriculum based on individual academic needs.
- Communicated with students, guardians, peers and school administrators to foster strong relationships.
Childcare/Babysitter
Multiple families
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Cleaned and tidied living room and kitchen after activities to maintain safe spaces.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Kept parents' contact information, emergency services phone number and child's health history on hand in case of emergency situations.
- Cared for children aged 0-10, including tasks such as feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Built relationships with and encouraged social development within children by discussing school, friends and favorite activities.
- Helped older kids complete homework, school projects and chores.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Discussed developments, behavior and concerns with parents or guardians.
- Assisted children with bathing and potty training to instill good hygiene from young age.
- Checked homework and assisted with schoolwork and studying.
- Took children on outings as well as after-school activities.
- Worked to protect the privacy of families
- Worked as a caring and trustworthy babysitter for multiple families in a residential community.
- Provided additional help to families during the holidays or special events.
- Focused on safety as number one priority.
- Served as a caring and nurturing source of support for children.
Camp Counselor
YMCA 21st Century
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Designed activities to help individuals overcome confidence issues and build strength.
- Coordinated and arranged decorations, equipment and food service to facilitate various entertaining activities.
- Assisted homesick children by actively listening to concerns and providing emotional support.
Lifeguard
Eagle Brook Camp
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Consistently complied with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
- Adhered strictly to emergency action plans.
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
- Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
- Updated logs detailing weather conditions, treatments provided and incident information to keep management informed of activities.
- Delivered basic life support in emergency situations, including CPR to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
- Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
- Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
- Kept watch over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Observed all sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
Education
Associate of Arts - Prek-4 Early Childhood Education
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PA05.2020
Skills
- Organized planning
- Leadership and teamwork
- Ability to work under pressure
- Child Care
- Creativity and Problem solving
- Enthusiasm
- Dedicated
- Hardworking
- Exceptional problem solver
- Counseling
- Presentations and public speaking
- Dedicated team player
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Development
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Team Building
- SmartClassroom Technology
- Curricula Development
- Child Development
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Compliance Understanding
- Lesson Planning
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten Prep and Pre-k4
Christian Life Academy Of Early Learning
09.2021 - 06.2023
Advisor
21st Century Learning Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Manager/Site Coordinator
YMCA 21st Century
07.2020 - 05.2021
Camp Counselor
YMCA 21st Century
06.2019 - 08.2019
Photographer
Capturedmomentsbydee
01.2017 - Current
Tutor
YMCA 21st Century after school program
10.2016 - 03.2020
Children's Ministry Teacher
Word Of Life Church
09.2016 - 05.2021
Lifeguard
Eagle Brook Camp
06.2016 - 08.2018
Childcare/Babysitter
Multiple families
09.2014 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Prek-4 Early Childhood Education
Bucks County Community College
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