Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Gardening
Generic

DIANA LIM

Summary

Experienced with classroom management, ensuring structured and positive learning environment. Utilizes differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse student needs. Knowledge of child development principles to support holistic student growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

International School of Zanzibar
08.2022 - Current


  • Promoted a safe and positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and enforcing consistent discipline using SLANT routines.
  • Coordinated field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, broadening students' understanding of subject material through experiential learning such as a visit to the local bakery.
  • Organized extracurricular activities and clubs to enhance student engagement in the school community beyond academics such as Chinese Language, Pickle Ball, Sepak Takraw, Netball and Cross Stitch, Recorder.


General Education Officer

Ministry Of Education Singapore
06.1999 - 06.2022
  • Contributed to the student well being through the development of school-wide health promotion programs and assemblies.
  • Spearhead fun activities to keep the students excited about physical activities and keep fit.
  • Partnerships with parents to design fun activities and prepare healthy meals.
  • Organized Hot pots and fun themed Year End Dinners for Staff to enhance cohesiveness.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, staying current on emerging trends and best practices in general education instruction.

Early Childhood Educator

City Kids Early Learning Centre
12.2012 - 10.2013
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

Education

Masters of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education

University of Melbourne
Australia
11-2014

Post Graduate Diploma in Education - English Language And PE

National Institute of Education
06-2001

Bachelor of Arts - History And Political Science

National University of Singapore
06-1998

Skills

  • Collaborative communication with parents
  • Team-based problem resolution
  • Targeted instructional methods
  • Digital education tools

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Intermediate (B1)
Japanese
Elementary (A2)
Bahasa Melayu
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Year 5 Homeroom Teacher

International School of Zanzibar
08.2022 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

City Kids Early Learning Centre
12.2012 - 10.2013

General Education Officer

Ministry Of Education Singapore
06.1999 - 06.2022

Masters of Teaching (Early Childhood) - Education

University of Melbourne

Post Graduate Diploma in Education - English Language And PE

National Institute of Education

Bachelor of Arts - History And Political Science

National University of Singapore

Gardening

Current new growing project is bean sprouts. Planting trees from seeds including useful plants for enhancing dishes. 

DIANA LIM