Danielle Welsh
Happy Valley,Oregon
Summary
Dynamic curriculum and education specialist with over 10 years of experience in K-12 curriculum development, standards alignment, and instructional content design. Expertise includes collaboration with national publishers to ensure instructional accuracy and rigor across mathematics and ELA programs, with a strong focus on K-8 math alignment and early literacy initiatives. Results-driven professional committed to leveraging extensive knowledge and a collaborative approach to enhance educational outcomes. Renowned for exceptional communication and analytical skills that facilitate seamless operations and support organizational objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Correlation Specialist, Math & ELA
Savvas Learning Company
Paramus, NJ
03.2022 - Current
- Facilitated comprehensive standards alignment and correlation for K–8 mathematics and ELA programs, ensuring adherence to Common Core and state-specific requirements.
- Achieved improved project outcomes by collaborating with curriculum developers, subject matter experts, designers, and product teams to refine scope and sequence.
- Analyzed and assessed instructional and assessment content for alignment with educational rigor and coherence.
- Analyzed and integrated objectives, skills maps, and assessment items to meet specified educational standards.
- Developed and implemented instructional strategies in early mathematics pedagogy, focusing on number sense, operations, geometry, and problem solving.
- Recommended enhancements to alignment workflows and tracking systems to ensure consistency and streamline processes.
Owner | Instructional Designer & Tutor
Independent Tutoring & Instructional Design
Happy Valley, OR
01.2020 - Current
- Created and executed comprehensive instructional plans aligned with educational standards for K–5 math, reading, and writing.
- Implemented targeted K-5 math tutoring strategies focused on developing number sense operations and improving problem-solving abilities.
- Developed specialized instructional materials and assessment tools to effectively monitor and support student learning.
- Interpreted student performance data and adapted teaching methods to promote measurable improvement in student achievement.
- Coordinated client communication schedules and developed instructional plans to ensure alignment with client needs.
- Developed customized learning plans to address individual student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented instructional strategies that enhanced student engagement and comprehension.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving scheduling efficiency for tutoring sessions.
Special Education Teacher
Oregon City School District & North Clackamas School District
Happy Valley, OR
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Designed and implemented customized lesson plans that support individual learning requirements in accordance with state standards and IEP goals.
- Crafted comprehensive data-driven lesson plans and formative assessments, focusing on student engagement and academic progress.
- Achieved improved educational outcomes by fostering collaboration among general education teachers, specialists, and administrators. Enhanced program effectiveness through strategic partnerships and shared resources. Drove initiatives that strengthened the educational framework and supported student success.
- Established ongoing dialogue with families and stakeholders to ensure transparency regarding student performance.
- Coordinated timeline management and compliance adherence while adapting to changing instructional priorities.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support students' social and emotional development.
- Conducted assessments to measure student progress and adapt interventions accordingly.
Substitute Teacher
North Clackamas School District
Happy Valley, OR
09.2012 - 05.2018
- Coordinated and executed instructional sessions tailored to meet the needs of multiple grade levels and academic disciplines.
- Implemented strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Tailored instructional approaches and lesson plans on-the-fly to address diverse student needs.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet varied student needs and learning styles effectively.
- Delivered engaging lesson plans across diverse subjects to support student learning and retention.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive and conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time staff to ensure seamless transitions and continuity in instruction.
- Developed individualized strategies for students requiring additional support, fostering academic growth.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Montana State University
Billings12-1999
Skills
- Curriculum alignment expertise
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative teamwork across departments
- Process optimization
- Customer relations
- Expert problem solving
Certification
- Orton–Gillingham Trained Educator (Structured Literacy)
- Professional Development in Math Pedagogy, Standards Mapping, and Instructional Content Design
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Correlation Specialist, Math & ELA
Savvas Learning Company
03.2022 - Current
Owner | Instructional Designer & Tutor
Independent Tutoring & Instructional Design
01.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Oregon City School District & North Clackamas School District
06.2018 - 12.2020
Substitute Teacher
North Clackamas School District
09.2012 - 05.2018
Master of Education - Special Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Montana State University