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Diamond Haynes

Glen Ellyn

Summary

Passionate educational leader with strong skills in collaboration, curriculum development, and mentorship. Experienced in curriculum development and creating engaging environments for children while empowering educators effective strategies to enhance the learning in their classrooms.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Coach

Bright Horizons
Wheaton
09.2025 - Current
  • Provided daily feedback to teachers through observations and coaching, fostering their professional development and effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance developmentally appropriate practices and strategies, improving classroom engagement.
  • Worked alongside families and children to cultivate a nurturing learning environment that supports children's growth.

Lead Educator

Bright Horizons
Wheaton
08.2024 - 09.2025
  • Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with NAEYC standards, addressing educational needs of children and promoting their development.
  • Mentored fellow educators in effective teaching strategies and classroom management, enhancing overall classroom effectiveness.
  • Fostered positive classroom environment, supporting social and emotional growth of all children in my care.

Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons
Wheaton
05.2015 - 08.2024
  • Facilitated social-emotional learning, language & literacy, math & science, and art skills using a play-based approach.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans that fostered growth across all developmental stages.
  • Partnered with families to address children's developmental needs and track progress through regular conferences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education in Leadership

Rasmussen University
Online
09-2025

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Rasmussen University
Online
09-2023

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Educational leadership
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Family engagement
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Instructional Coach

Bright Horizons
09.2025 - Current

Lead Educator

Bright Horizons
08.2024 - 09.2025

Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons
05.2015 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education in Leadership

Rasmussen University

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Rasmussen University
Diamond Haynes