Dani Hanson
Washington,DC
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with four years of experience in physical education and health education. Skilled in classroom management and collaboration, leading initiatives that drive student engagement and wellness, while building rapport and trust within diverse student populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grades 9-12 Physical & Health Education
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Wilmington, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for grades 9-12 Police Academy Magnet PE classes and grade 9 Health classes.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance physical skills.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to identify student learning needs and track progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons that incorporated physical education concepts into other subject areas.
ABA Paraprofessional
Billerica Public Schools
Billerica, MA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented individualized behavior support plans to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Established trusting relationships with students by exhibiting empathy, patience, and understanding during challenging situations.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors or emotional distress among students.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral data to inform instructional strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support during classroom activities, ensuring student participation and focus.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss student progress and recommend adjustments to interventions.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Grade 7 Health
Billerica Public Schools
Billerica, MA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed engaging health curricula to promote student understanding of wellness concepts.
- Facilitated interactive workshops addressing nutrition, mental health, and substance abuse.
- Assessed student understanding through formative evaluations, adapting strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Directed after-school genders and sexualities club, fostering self-acceptance, inclusivity, and pride among students.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate health education to all Grade 7 students.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Pepperdine Graduate School of Education & Psychology
Malibu, CA08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Vermont State University - Castleton
Castleton, VT12-2014
Skills
- Athletic Coach
- Classroom management
- Collaboration
- Data-driven instruction
- Decision-making
- Differentiated instruction
- English language facilitation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Leadership development
- Lesson planning
- Patient, calm demeanor
- Student rapport building
Certification
- California Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education
- California Added Teaching Authorization - Health Science
- California-specific Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate
Timeline
Teacher, Grades 9-12 Physical & Health Education
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2024 - Current
ABA Paraprofessional
Billerica Public Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Grade 7 Health
Billerica Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Teaching
Pepperdine Graduate School of Education & Psychology
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Vermont State University - Castleton