Danielle Nevins
Catawba,NC
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with over 12 years of experience in grades 2 to 5, specializing in instructional leadership, teacher coaching, and data-driven school improvement. Expertise in classroom management and student behavior. Strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher & Grade Level Chair
Celeste Henkel Elementary
Statesville, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Serve as Grade Level Chair, collaborating during weekly PLCs and facilitating weekly team meetings
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies
- Plan and deliver professional development and trainings for staff
- Participate on multiple school improvement goal teams, and MTSS to support and grow campus initiatives and meet goals
- Recognized as nominee for Teacher of the Year annually since joining school
- Conducted regular evaluations to monitor student progress and adjusted teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes
Principal
Denver Christian Academy
Denver, NC
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Oversaw accountability systems and conducted classroom observations for 17 staff members to ensure instructional quality
- Developed schoolwide discipline and communication systems to strengthen school culture and consistency
- Managed daily school operations, logistics, and building safety protocols to ensure a secure learning environment
- Developed and implemented academic programs aligning with educational standards and school mission
Social Emotional Academic Development Coordinator
River Delta USD
Rio Vista, CA
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Coordinated efforts to align academic and SEL systems with MTSS principles across 10 school sites, engaging 30 principals and 200+ teachers in the process
- Implemented small group and individualized sessions to deliver behavioral support and guidance to students throughout the district
- Strengthened school climate systems using SEL and behavior intervention frameworks
- Designed and produced comprehensive training materials
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify needs and design targeted solutions for student success
Summer School Administrator
Fairfield Suisun Unified School District
Fairfield, CA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Oversaw and coordinated summer programming operations across four school locations ensuring compliance with district policies and educational standards
- Supported discipline systems, instructional expectations, and operational procedures
- Ensured program implementation aligned with district expectations and student learning goals
- Managed communication between parents, teachers, and district
Lead Teacher
5th Grade Virtual Academy
Fairfield, CA
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Served on leadership team and MTSS designing instructional systems, behavior expectations, and school culture structures for brand new school
- Developed and implemented engaging virtual lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles
- Enhanced student engagement through innovative use of educational technologies and interactive platforms
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional strategies and improve learning outcomes
Lead 4th/5th Grade Teacher
Fairfield-Suisun USD
Fairfield, CA
08.2014 - 08.2020
- Served as grade-level instructional leader supporting PLC collaboration and curriculum alignment
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs and improve classroom engagement
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluations to inform instructional adjustments
- Mentored new teachers by providing guidance on curriculum development, classroom management, and best practices in education
Panel Manager
Nielsen Media Research
Arlington, TX
09.2013 - 07.2014
- Supervised and evaluated a high-performing team of panel relations specialists and lead specialists
- Analyzed daily participant data to design staff training, boosting regional performance by 30%
- Directed full-cycle HR operations, interviewing, onboarding, and training 30 new staff members
- Managed a 1,000+ member footprint, leveraging coaching methodologies to maximize engagement
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance data collection processes and improve reporting accuracy
- Developed strategic initiatives to optimize audience measurement methodologies and increase stakeholder engagement
- Collaborated with clients to identify key insights, driving informed decision-making based on audience behavior trends
Lead Panel Relations Specialist
Nielsen Media Research
Arlington, TX
08.2008 - 09.2013
- Analyzed feedback data to identify trends and improve participant experience and retention.
- Trained and mentored new team members on best practices for panel management.
- Analyzed panelist feedback to identify trends and improve participant experience in research studies.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership & Administrative Services Credential
Touro University California
Vallejo, CA01-2021
M.Ed. - Teacher Leadership (Magna Cum Laude)
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA01-2019
B.A. - Integrated Liberal Arts
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA01-2007
Skills
- PLC & Collaborative Leadership
- Behavior & SEL Systems Support
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Student engagement & achievement
- Data-driven instruction & Individualized learning
- Instructional leadership, training & mentoring
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher & Grade Level Chair
Celeste Henkel Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Principal
Denver Christian Academy
11.2021 - 03.2022
Social Emotional Academic Development Coordinator
River Delta USD
07.2021 - 12.2021
Summer School Administrator
Fairfield Suisun Unified School District
06.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Teacher
5th Grade Virtual Academy
08.2020 - 06.2021
Lead 4th/5th Grade Teacher
Fairfield-Suisun USD
08.2014 - 08.2020
Panel Manager
Nielsen Media Research
09.2013 - 07.2014
Lead Panel Relations Specialist
Nielsen Media Research
08.2008 - 09.2013
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership & Administrative Services Credential
Touro University California
M.Ed. - Teacher Leadership (Magna Cum Laude)
Saint Mary's College of California
B.A. - Integrated Liberal Arts
Saint Mary's College of California