Danielle Garner
Ephrata,PA
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
New Story Schools
Reading, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Utilized technology resources such as assistive devices.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Preschool Teacher
Learning Ladder Academy
Reading, PA
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary according to school policies.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
MBA - Special Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN08-2025
Instructional 1 Certification in Art Education K-12 - Art Education K-12
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05-2015
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Fine Arts
Pennsylvania College of Art And Design
Lancaster05-2011
Skills
- IEP development and implementation
- Strong Communication Abilities
- Excellent classroom management
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
New Story Schools
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Learning Ladder Academy
05.2023 - 08.2024
MBA - Special Education
American College of Education
Instructional 1 Certification in Art Education K-12 - Art Education K-12
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's of Fine Arts - Fine Arts
Pennsylvania College of Art And Design
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