Daniel zimmer
Thompson
Summary
Dynamic education leader with a proven track record in faculty management, community outreach, and innovative solutions. Expertise in enhancing educational policies and driving student success through collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Team Chairperson
Webster Public Schools
Webster, MA
08.2009 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance educational policies and practices within district.
- Oversaw development and implementation of long-term educational goals.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, driving continuous improvement in student outcomes.
- Mentored new board members, fostering a culture of leadership and accountability.
- Advocated for innovative educational practices to support diverse learning needs across schools.
- Provided guidance on policy development, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
Classroom Teacher
Seven Hill Public Charter School
Worcester, MA
08.2006 - 06.2009
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and evaluate curriculum initiatives.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance classroom instruction and student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional methods.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
Classroom Teacher
Rockport Public Schools
Rockport, MA
08.1994 - 06.2006
- Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and adapt teaching strategies.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching practices.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community stakeholders to support student success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Salem State College
Salem, MA05-2001
High School Diploma -
Sayre High
Sayre, PA06-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA05-1995
Skills
- Effective leadership
- Faculty management
- Activity supervision
- Course development
- Agenda setting
- Meeting management
- Staff development
- Meeting facilitation
- Effective communicator and public speaker
- Community outreach
- Solution innovation
- Employee coaching
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Relationship and team building
Certification
- Elementary Education K-8 License -
- Special education License Moderate Disabilities K-12
Timeline
Education Team Chairperson
Webster Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Seven Hill Public Charter School
08.2006 - 06.2009
Classroom Teacher
Rockport Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - Special Education
Salem State College
High School Diploma -
Sayre High
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Lock Haven University