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Dieynaba Diaw

Early Childhood Educator
Philadelphia,PA
Dieynaba Diaw

Summary

Experienced Early Childhood Educator with 12+ years of practice leading inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments and supporting the professional growth of educators. Skilled in coaching teachers, designing developmentally appropriate curriculum, and implementing equity-centered practices that promote children’s social-emotional development and identity formation.

Proven leadership experience through PBIS implementation and participation in professional learning communities focused on anti-bias and racial identity development. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Education, with a focus on expanding instructional leadership and coaching capacity.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Parent Infant Center

Preschool Lead Teacher
2021.08 - Current (4 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Coordinate a team of 4 teachers
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Organized snack time and nap hours.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.

Saint Mary's Nursery School

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
2015.06 - 2021.08 (6 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
  • Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.

Children's Community School Of West Philadelphia

Preschool Assistant Teacher
2014.09 - 2016.05 (1 education.year_Label & 8 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Education

Arcadia University
Glenside, PA

Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
2022.01 - 2024.05 (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)

University Overview

  • Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA

Associate of Arts from Early Childhood Education
12.2021

University Overview

University of Pennsylvania
3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia PA, 19104

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Inf from Child Development
04.2018

University Overview

Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Certified Teacher (PK–4) from Education
2022.01 - 2024.06 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)

University Overview

Arcadia University
Glenside, PA

Master of Arts from Education
2025.08 - Current (10 education.months_Label)

University Overview

Skills

  • Culturally Responsive & Anti-Bias Teaching
  • Social-Emotional Development (SEL)
  • Classroom Leadership & Management
  • Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS)
  • Curriculum Design (Developmentally Appropriate Practice)
  • Family Engagement & Relationship Building
  • Observation, Documentation & Assessment
  • Inclusive & Equity-Focused Practices
  • Early Literacy & Language Development
  • Collaborative Team Leadership
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Sensory integration
  • Music and movement
  • Early childhood education
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Curriculum planning
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Calm and patient
  • Certified in early childhood education
  • Encouraging participation and inclusivity
  • Teamwork
  • Training and mentoring
  • Team building
  • Team collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Culturally Responsive & Anti-Bias Teaching
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Age-appropriate curriculum
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Adept at working with special needs children

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

Certifications & Professional Development

Leadership & Professional Engagement

Anti-Bias Learning Circle (2-Year Cohort Participant)

  • Engaged in critical reflection on identity and bias to strengthen culturally responsive teaching practices
  • Implemented equity-based strategies that promote inclusion, belonging, and representation in the classroom

Philly Pride Project (2023-2024 Participant )

  • Participating in a professional learning community focused on racial identity development and multicultural education
  • Applying strategies that support children in developing positive self-identity and engaging in conversations about race and diversity

PBIS Core Leadership Team – Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC)

  • Collaborated with coaches and leadership teams to implement PBIS frameworks across the program
  • Contributed to goal-setting, data-informed decision-making, and behavior support strategies

Enhancing Trauma Awareness Certification
Lakeside Global Institute — North Wales, PA
June 2025 – July 2025

  • Completed 15 clock hours of professional development on trauma-informed care in early childhood settings
  • Applied trauma-informed strategies to support children’s social-emotional development, self-regulation, and sense of safety
  • Strengthened ability to recognize and respond to the impact of trauma on behavior, learning, and relationships
  • Fostered inclusive, nurturing classroom environments that promote belonging and emotional well-being
  • Enhanced family engagement practices through empathetic communication and culturally responsive support
  • Approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
Fulani
Native or Bilingual
Wolof
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Arcadia University
Master of Arts from Education
2025.08 - Current (10 education.months_Label)
Arcadia University
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
2022.01 - 2024.05 (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pennsylvania Certified Teacher (PK–4) from Education
2022.01 - 2024.06 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Preschool Lead Teacher
Parent Infant Center
2021.08 - Current (4 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Saint Mary's Nursery School
2015.06 - 2021.08 (6 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Children's Community School Of West Philadelphia
2014.09 - 2016.05 (1 education.year_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Community College of Philadelphia
Associate of Arts from Early Childhood Education
University of Pennsylvania
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Inf from Child Development
Dieynaba DiawEarly Childhood Educator