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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

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.

Lead Teacher, Kindergarten Prep and Pre-k4

Christian Life Academy Of Early Learning
09.2021 - 10.2024
  • 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.

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.
  • Monitored and logged chemical data to ensure the health of pool users.
  • 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, PA
05.2020

Skills

  • Organized planning
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Exceptional problem solver
  • Document scanning
  • Records retention
  • Medical transcription
  • Customer service

Languages

Ukrainian, Russian, English

Timeline

Lead Teacher, Kindergarten Prep and Pre-k4

Christian Life Academy Of Early Learning
09.2021 - 10.2024

Advisor

21st Century Learning Center
05.2021 - 08.2021

Manager/Site Coordinator

YMCA 21st Century
07.2020 - 05.2021

Photographer

Capturedmomentsbydee
01.2017 - Current

Lifeguard

Eagle Brook Camp
06.2016 - 08.2018

Associate of Arts - Prek-4 Early Childhood Education

Bucks County Community College

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