Dianne is a seasoned primary teacher, lecturer, student, researcher and story teller. She is passionate about igniting a love of learning in her students and fostering curiousity. Her defined skills provide for individual needs, build on prior knowledge and celebrate differences. Dianne has expertise in multi-age group settings and using open-ended tasks to stimulate creative thinking. Students have opportunities to meaningfully collaborate and discuss problem-solving strategies, enhancing their metacognition (awareness of their thinking).
She grew up in Upper Beaconsfield and is now based in Officer. Dianne has taught in the local community for nearly 20 years. Previously, she taught in most states of Australia and travelled extensively overseas. Dianne loves adventures, reading, writing, tennis, yoga and bush walking.
Master of Education (Research) | 2013 | Monash University
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | 1995 | University of Wollongong
Full Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
Current First Aid Certificates including CPR and Anaphylaxis training
Golemac, D., & Cheeseman, J. (2014). Classroom story: Toy parade. Prime Number, 29(1), 5-9.
Golemac, D., & Hallowell, L. (2015). Tolerance of food Intolerance: A sociocultural study of parent perceptions on food, behavior and learning in children aged between two and 14. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood 40(4), 96-103.
Cheeseman, J., McDonough, A., & Golemac, D. (2017). Investigating children’s thinking about suspended balances. New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 52, 143–158.
Catherine | December 2023
Renee | December 2023
“Thank you for all the wonderful sessions you’ve spent with our children. They have all blossomed. Truly grateful. You’ve been amazing for our kids. Your engaging, relaxed approach makes it comfortable for children of all levels to participate and improve.”
Harsiddhi | December 2023
“Di has been a blessing to my kids’ learning journey. She skilfully cultivates critical thinking through engaging activities, laying a strong foundation for future learning. Creates a fun and stimulating classroom that nurtures young minds’ problem-solving abilities effectively.”
Helen | February 2024
“Thank you Dianne for being such a beautiful, patient, engaging, inspiring, persistent teacher. Your experience, knowledge and expertise has fostered a safe and trusting learning environment to enable my daughter to thrive learn and grow so much.”
Dianne is a seasoned primary teacher, lecturer, student, researcher and story teller. She is passionate about igniting a love of learning in her students and fostering curiousity. Her defined skills provide for individual needs, build on prior knowledge and celebrate differences. Dianne has expertise in multi-age group settings and using open-ended tasks to stimulate creative thinking. Students have opportunities to meaningfully collaborate and discuss problem-solving strategies, enhancing their metacognition (awareness of their thinking).
She grew up in Upper Beaconsfield and is now based in Officer. Dianne has taught in the local community for nearly 20 years. Previously, she taught in most states of Australia and travelled extensively overseas. Dianne loves adventures, reading, writing, tennis, yoga and bush walking.
Master of Education (Research) | 2013 | Monash University
Bachelor of Education (Primary) | 1995 | University of Wollongong
Full Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
Current First Aid Certificates including CPR and Anaphylaxis training
Golemac, D., & Cheeseman, J. (2014). Classroom story: Toy parade. Prime Number, 29(1), 5-9.
Golemac, D., & Hallowell, L. (2015). Tolerance of food Intolerance: A sociocultural study of parent perceptions on food, behavior and learning in children aged between two and 14. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood 40(4), 96-103.
Cheeseman, J., McDonough, A., & Golemac, D. (2017). Investigating children’s thinking about suspended balances. New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies 52, 143–158.
Catherine | December 2023
Renee | December 2023
“Thank you for all the wonderful sessions you’ve spent with our children. They have all blossomed. Truly grateful. You’ve been amazing for our kids. Your engaging, relaxed approach makes it comfortable for children of all levels to participate and improve.”
Harsiddhi | December 2023
“Di has been a blessing to my kids’ learning journey. She skilfully cultivates critical thinking through engaging activities, laying a strong foundation for future learning. Creates a fun and stimulating classroom that nurtures young minds’ problem-solving abilities effectively.”
Helen | February 2024
“Thank you Dianne for being such a beautiful, patient, engaging, inspiring, persistent teacher. Your experience, knowledge and expertise has fostered a safe and trusting learning environment to enable my daughter to thrive learn and grow so much.”
For maths, reading and writing, which are filled with opportunities to problem solve, collaborate in a playful and meaningful way.
Where students are part of creating a story told through yoga movements.
For 3-8 year olds, where children will be encouraged to express themselves through dance, singing and musical instruments accompanied by guitar.
Nuts and bolts about how students best learn the 3Rs.
Tailored to suit the needs of your students.
For maths, reading and writing, which are filled with opportunities to problem solve, collaborate in a playful and meaningful way.
Where students are part of creating a story told through yoga movements.
For pre-schoolers and early primary - Children will be encouraged to express themselves through dance, singing and musical instruments accompanied by guitar.
Dianne is also happy to tailor a session tosuit your needs. Complete the Contact Form below with your ideas, and she will get back to you.
Nuts and bolts about how students best learn the 3Rs.