A. DANIELLE BEST
Fayetteville,US
Summary
Creative, and effective teacher, compassionate and accommodating when it comes to the design and implementation of lessons that cater to a variety of learning styles. Collaborates with teaching staff to ensure all students academic and social goals are met. Maintained student records in accordance with district and state regulations. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
John Griffin Middle School
Fayetteville, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Organized instructional materials, which included making bulletin boards and setting up work stations
- Used nonverbal communication to provide comfort, encouragement, and positive reinforcement to children
- Devised learning and content strategies to meet the needs of students with mental and physical disabilities
- Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work
- Fostered connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Test Proctor
ACT
Philadelphia, PA
06.2009 - 06.2019
- Ensured test integrity by vigilantly monitoring students during exams and addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
- Improved test security by regularly updating and implementing strict proctoring protocols and procedures.
- Efficiently organized examination materials prior to each session, reducing time spent searching for necessary items during exams.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both students and faculty, answering questions and resolving issues related to the testing process.
Education
Special Education - Master of Education -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2022
Political Science - Bachelor of Arts -
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA01.2009
High School -
John Bartram Motivation High School
Philadelphia, PA01.2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student progress reporting
- Relationship development
- Organization
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Group and individual instruction
- MS Office
- Differentiated instruction
- Regulatory compliance
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Management
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- De-Escalation Techniques
Certification
North Carolina Licensed Educator
Accomplishments
- Beginning Teacher of the Year 2021-2022 SY
- Alpha Chi Honor Society
Timeline
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
John Griffin Middle School
11.2021 - Current
Test Proctor
ACT
06.2009 - 06.2019
Special Education - Master of Education -
Grand Canyon University
Political Science - Bachelor of Arts -
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
High School -
John Bartram Motivation High School