Patricia "Diane" Withem
Papillion,Nebraska
Summary
Upbeat educator devoted to promoting student learning and appreciation of horse care as well as equitation through enhancing individual potential. Possessing multitasking and time managing skills. Skillful in directing environments and enhancing student and horse behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills directing student and clients toward a realistic and safe relationship with horses.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools
08.1977 - 07.2017
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Nebraska Omaha
01.2011 - 05.2017
- Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Worked successfully with nontraditional and English learning students
Adjunct Faculty Member
Metropolitan Community College Omaha
08.2007 - 05.2017
- Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
- Worked with non-traditional students and English language learners to successfully complete classwork.
Owner/instructor
Shady Tree Lane Arabians
04.2003 - 05.2017
- Managed day-to-day business operations including creating individualized lessons, ordering needed food, supplements and daily horse care.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and manage scheduling conflicts.
- Trained and motivated employees with specific safety standards to perform daily chores and to aid in instruction.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12.1977
Bachelor of Science -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12.1974
Skills
- Skills Development
- Student Development
- Activity Coordination
- Barn Management
- Tack Care
- Special Needs Teaching
- Horse conditioning and health care
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Member
University Of Nebraska Omaha
01.2011 - 05.2017
Adjunct Faculty Member
Metropolitan Community College Omaha
08.2007 - 05.2017
Owner/instructor
Shady Tree Lane Arabians
04.2003 - 05.2017
Classroom Teacher
Papillion La Vista Community Schools
08.1977 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Reading Teacher Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Science -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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