Dana Howald
Montebello,VA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in reading intervention, behavioral management, curriculum adaptation, and student assessment. Proven success in fostering parent-teacher collaboration and monitoring student progress to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Rockbridge County Public Schools
Lexington, Virginia
08.2020 - Current
- Taught high school reading class for grades 9 - 12 on multiple reading levels.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance reading comprehension skills.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance classroom strategies and support services.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to promote positive student interactions.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student achievements and challenges.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Rockbridge County Public Schools
Lexington, Virginia
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Filled in where needed on a day to day basis in various classrooms.
- Collaborated with staff.
- Assisted in supervising lunch and recess as needed.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education K - 12
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2021
Endorsement - Reading Specialist
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VALETRS 1 & 2
Lexia
Structures
BrainSpring
Skills
- Behavioral management
- Curriculum adaptation
- Student assessment
- Collaborative teaching
- Classroom management
- Progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Rockbridge County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Rockbridge County Public Schools
09.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Education - Special Education K - 12
Regent University
Endorsement - Reading Specialist
Regent University
LETRS 1 & 2
Lexia
Structures
BrainSpring