Daniellie Griffiss
Edinburg
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Special Education Teacher with 6+ years of experience in behavioral support, life skills (RISE), co-teaching, inclusion, and resource settings. Expert in IEP development, ARD facilitation, and progress monitoring across all grade levels. Proven track record in data-driven instruction, curriculum alignment, and fostering inclusive environments. Adept at mentoring staff, leading small groups, parallel teaching, and maximizing student growth. Recognized as a Level 4 “Advanced High Performance” teacher in a rigorous turnaround school setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Reading and History
Legacy Middle School, East Central ISD
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered individualized instruction in Reading, RLA, and History based on IEP goals and TEKS standards.
- Progress-monitored goals through data collection and formative assessments.
- Participated in all PLCs and lesson rehearsals for curriculum alignment with general education.
- Provided inclusion support, pull-outs, and content mastery for students across grade levels.
- Participated in lesson planning and small group instruction.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Special Education Teacher - Inclusion/ Resource
IDEA Mesa Hills Academy
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated ARD meetings and developed compliant, student-centered IEPs.
- Implemented small-group CSI instruction, tracked progress, and aligned goals with STAAR.
- Delivered co-teaching, inclusion, and pull-out instruction.
- Participated in lesson planning and small group instruction.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher RISE (Life Skills Self-Contained)
IDEA Horizon Vista Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Led a RISE life skills classroom serving students with significant disabilities.
- Served as a mentor to new teacher, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Served as Teacher of Record for two classes due to staff turnover and maintained full compliance.
- Earned Level 4 (Advanced High Performance) teacher rating.
- Participated in lesson planning and small group instruction.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Taught in multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Special Education Teacher Inclusion/ Resource
IDEA Eastside College Prep
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Served as a 1:1 teacher for student with legal mandates; met regularly with the family’s legal advocate.
- Maintained all documentation in legal compliance.
- Delivered individualized academic instruction, conducted ARD meetings, and monitored IEP goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
Special Education RISE Lifeskills Co-Teacher
IDEA Los Encinos
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Supported life skills students in a self-contained setting.
- Monitored IEP goals and collaborated with general ed teachers for inclusive learning.
- Participated in lesson planning and small group instruction.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Education
M.Ed. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
04.2021
Bachelors of Art - Mexican American Studies
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
05.2020
Skills
- IEP Development & ARD Facilitation
- Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Inclusion & Co-Teaching Pull-Out Services Parallel Teaching
- Behavioral Support & Life Skills Instruction (RISE)
- Curriculum Alignment with General Education via PLC Participation
- Microsoft Office Suite Eduphoria PowerSchool eSped
Certification
- State board for educator certification- Special Education EC-12
- PPR Exam – Passed
- SPED Content Exam EC–12 – Passed
- STR & EC–6 Core Exams – Enrolled
- Alternative Certification Program: South Texas Transition to Teaching (SOTEX)
LNGG
Spanish
English
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Reading and History
Legacy Middle School, East Central ISD
07.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher - Inclusion/ Resource
IDEA Mesa Hills Academy
08.2023 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher RISE (Life Skills Self-Contained)
IDEA Horizon Vista Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher Inclusion/ Resource
IDEA Eastside College Prep
08.2021 - 07.2022
Special Education RISE Lifeskills Co-Teacher
IDEA Los Encinos
07.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelors of Art - Mexican American Studies
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
M.Ed. - Applied Behavior Analysis
Arizona State University
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