Danielle Palace
Brownington
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Albany Community School, enhancing student engagement through individualized learning and effective parent-teacher communication. Expert in differentiated instruction, I foster positive classroom environments that promote social-emotional learning and academic success, leading to improved student outcomes and strong community relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Student Teacher
Albany Community School
Albany, VT
07.2022 - Current
- Supported English Language Learners by employing scaffolding techniques and visual aids during instruction, enhancing overall comprehension levels.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices to track student growth over time, informing future lesson planning decisions.
- Organized and participated in school events such as field trips, assemblies, and parent-teacher conferences, fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, ensuring involvement in their child''s education.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Lyndon Town School
Lyndonville, VT
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful relationships among students.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student performance to inform instructional decisions, leading to higher achievement levels across the board.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs, resulting in improved academic outcomes for all students.
- Traveled within and outside school to meetings.
Preschool Director
Charleston Elementary School
East Charleston, VT
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
Special Education Teacher
Albany Community School
Albany, VT
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Vermont Higher Ed Collaborative
Montpilier, VT07-2019
Master of Arts - Teaching
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Savannah, GA12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University
Kansas City, MO07-2012
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Behavior modification
- Individualized learning
- Assessment strategies
- Literacy development
- Mathematics instruction
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
2nd Grade Student Teacher
Albany Community School
07.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Lyndon Town School
07.2019 - 07.2022
Preschool Director
Charleston Elementary School
07.2017 - 07.2019
Special Education Teacher
Albany Community School
07.2015 - 07.2017
Post-Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Vermont Higher Ed Collaborative
Master of Arts - Teaching
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University
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