Eliane McCombs
Apple Valley
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at SUU Head Start, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and tailored support for diverse learners. A dedicated mentor, fostering collaboration among colleagues while prioritizing social-emotional learning to create a nurturing educational environment.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
SUU Head Start
08.2017 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding of the curriculum Pyramid Model Cohort.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Teacher
Hill Air Force Base
04.2012 - 05.2017
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Monitored children''s behavior and intervened when necessary, ensuring a respectful learning atmosphere.
- Created list of needed supplies and materials for activities.
- Contributed ideas for continuous program improvements during staff meetings or professional development opportunities regularly attended.
- Conducted regular assessments of children''s development, using results to inform individualized instruction strategies.
- Supported children with special needs through tailored interventions and close collaboration with specialized professionals.
- Assisted with youth development and other recreation programs to improve quality of camper experience.
- Facilitated physical activity sessions that promoted overall wellness among children of all ages and abilities.
School Age Program Assistant
Kirtland Air Force Base
06.2007 - 03.2012
- Elevated overall program effectiveness by continually seeking feedback from parents, students, and staff members to identify areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Provided supervision during recreational activities, promoting physical fitness and teamwork among program participants.
- Implemented creative arts projects that encouraged self-expression while also building fine motor skills in students.
- Promoted positive relationships among peers by facilitating mentorship opportunities between older and younger students within the program.
- Enhanced cultural awareness among participants by including diverse traditions from around the world into lesson plans as well as inviting guest speakers from the community for special presentations.
- Strengthened social-emotional development by teaching effective communication skills through role play scenarios within the group setting.
- Organized special events, such as field trips and guest speakers, to enrich students'' learning experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Assisted in developing curriculum for the School Age Program, focusing on age-appropriate learning materials and activities.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT04-2025
Family Life & Human Development
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT04-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
- Curriculum implementation
- Student-centered learning
- Social-emotional learning training
- Team building
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
Community Health Worker Enriched Teaching Practice.
15- Air Force Preschool Training Modules Parent Advisory Committee Appreciation Preschool Curriculum & Assessment Credential– Offered by professional development organizations focusing on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Food Handler's Permit/License – Local Health Departments. DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE PERFORMANCE WARD.
Elevating Practice and Partnerships With The Creative Curriculum® Cloud.
Getting to Know the Creative Curriculum for Preschool.
GOLD® Introduction.
Getting Started with SmartTeach for Administrators.
Introduction to SmartTeach.
Timeline
Teacher
SUU Head Start
08.2017 - Current
Teacher
Hill Air Force Base
04.2012 - 05.2017
School Age Program Assistant
Kirtland Air Force Base
06.2007 - 03.2012
Master of Science - Education
Southern Utah University
Family Life & Human Development
Southern Utah University
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