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Dana Hughson

Grundy Center,IA

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a strong focus on individualized education plans (IEPs) and differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering inclusive environments to enhance student engagement and success.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Eldora-New Providence Community School District
Eldora, IA
08.2008 - 07.2026
  • Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to support diverse student with academic and behavioral needs.
  • Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with grade level teams to assess and address students' academic and behavioral challenges.
  • Trained Paraprofessionals on effective techniques for students with academic and behavioral needs.
  • Served on Building Leadership Team during the school years of 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2024-2025.

Education

Master of Science - Instructional Strategist II: LD/BD

Grand View University
Des Moines, IA

Master of Arts - Reading

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
05-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

Skills

  • Tailoring lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, resulting in increased engagement
  • Supporting student learning with effective classroom management within a positive and safe environment
  • Writing and implementing individual education and behavior intervention plans
  • Strong verbal and written communicating skills with colleagues and parents to promote teamwork
  • Training in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) deescalation strategies and holds/restraints
  • Looking at and problems from with a solution-focused approach
  • Collaborating with general education teachers to design and implement co-taught lessons, enhancing access to the general education curriculum for students with IEPs
  • Establishing and building relationships with all students and colleagues
  • Successfully managed and arranged various tasks or activities

Interests

  • Supporting my three children in their extra curricular activities
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Traveling and experiencing new adventures
  • Outdoor recreational activities
  • Watching comedy movies
  • Attending music concerts

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Eldora-New Providence Community School District
08.2008 - 07.2026

Master of Science - Instructional Strategist II: LD/BD

Grand View University

Master of Arts - Reading

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa