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Danika Vallier

Cedar Hill

Summary

“Technology will not replace great teachers, but technology in the hands of great teachers can be transformational.” – George Couros

I am an education and learning technology leader with a proven record of designing, implementing, and optimizing learning solutions that drive adult learner success. Bridging experience from both K–12 and corporate environments, I specialize in leveraging educational technology (EdTech), learning management systems (LMS), and data analytics to enhance training outcomes and organizational performance.

My expertise spans curriculum design for diverse adult learners, project management, and performance improvement strategies. I excel in translating organizational goals into actionable learning initiatives whether launching new technologies, streamlining systems, or creating measurable professional development programs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Specialist

Cedar Hill Isd
08.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded district and campus implementation as the content specialist for Bluebonnet Math K-5, ensuring fidelity to instructional design and successful integration across grade levels.
  • Delivered high-quality professional development and targeted coaching sessions to 20+ educators, resulting in measurable improvement in teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.
  • Collaborated with faculty on curriculum development and data analysis to identify instructional gaps and implement solutions-oriented decisions that drove a [quantifiable result, e.g., 10%] increase in student proficiency.
  • Modeled best practices and provided observation feedback on instruction, integrating technology and evidence-based strategies to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Utilized strong organizational habits and project management skills to coordinate curriculum rollouts and manage resources efficiently within a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
  • Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
  • Verified compliance with all state and local education requirements.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.

Special Education Department Lead

Manor ISD
08.2021 - 06.2023

- Participated in recruiting and interviewing processes
- Planned and implemented training sessions covering learning and development, performance management, and succession planning.
-Designed and trained adult learners on multiple LMS systems.
- Department Lead for the CAT Team (Compensation Advisory and Financial Team)
-Assisted with tracking district and campus spending budgets/spending allowances
- Facilitated ARD (annual review & dismissal meetings) and helps to implement decisions that affect federal funding at the district level.
- Worked with an ethnically and economically diverse background of students/adults to create a plan of success for their academic careers.
- Managed multiple caseloads for 20 + students
- Built Relationships: Established and maintained positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization
- Analyzed department performance and defined actions required to achieve business objectives.
- Monitored market trends and took actions to meet customer demands.
- Performed process audits to promote adherence to procedures and recommend improvements.

Special Education - Lead Teacher

Pflugerville Isd
09.2016 - 01.2022

- LMS experience with Blackboard and Canvas
- Data Collection and Analytics
- Plannedand implemented training sessions covering learning and development, performance management, and succession planning.
- Participated in recruiting and interviewing processes
- Designed and trained adult learners on multiple LMS systems.
- Department Lead for the CAT Team (Compensation Advisory Team)
- Facilitated ARD (annual review & dismissal meetings) and helps to implement decisions that affect federal funding at the district level.
- Planned and implemented training sessions covering learning and development, performance management, and succession planning.
- Worked with an ethnically and economically diverse background of students/adults to create a plan of success for their academic career.
- Managed multiple caseloads for 20 + students
- Department Lead for Restorative Practice Committee, and pilot representative for the Raise Up Texas model.
- Diverse subject background in Math, Science and Social Studies in both co-teach and inclusion models.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
01-2026

Master of Science - Learning Experience Design And Learning Technology

Wester Governors University
Utah
04-2025

Skills

Learning Management Systems (LMS) Implementation & Optimization
Data-Driven Instruction & Performance Analytics
Adult Education & Corporate Training Program Design
EdTech Integration & Change Management
Strategic Project Planning & Leadership

Timeline

Instructional Specialist

Cedar Hill Isd
08.2024 - Current

Special Education Department Lead

Manor ISD
08.2021 - 06.2023

Special Education - Lead Teacher

Pflugerville Isd
09.2016 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

University of Texas At San Antonio

Master of Science - Learning Experience Design And Learning Technology

Wester Governors University