Donavan Ford
Columbus,GA
Summary
Mission-driven leader with 20+ years in military and education, focusing on mentorship and team development. Pursuit of technical skills in information technology and cybersecurity enhances adaptability and effectiveness. Committed to leveraging expertise for impactful contributions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
George Washington Carver High School
Columbus, GA
08.2019 - 05.2025
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies that fostered positive student interactions and engagement.
- Created a safe, learning-conducive environment that promoted student participation and learning.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Adapted curriculum materials to align with individual learning objectives and enhance student engagement.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for student assessments and interventions.
- Advocated for student needs within school community, securing additional resources that enhanced support services.
- Trained and mentored new staff on special education practices.
Retired US Army Veteran
United States Army
Fort Benning, Georgia
06.2000 - 04.2021
- Trained 35 soldiers with no previous computer analysis experience in a combat environment, resulting in the development of new computational data.
- Directed teams of computer systems specialists and programmers to deliver successful project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Maintained 100% accountability for Secret equipment valued at $2,000,000, ensuring compliance and security.
- Instructed operators on effective use of control systems and alarm functions in automated processes.
- Programmed Human-Machine Interface devices for operator interface with automated processes.
- Configured programmable logic controllers for new applications.
- Recorded all changes made during installation, calibration, programming, and troubleshooting to ensure accurate documentation.
- Separated products by weight, grade, and material size to produce the final product.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching –Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR08-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology w/ Minor in Communcation
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA12-2019
High School Diploma -
Choctaw County High School
Butler, Alabama05-2000
Skills
- IEP goal development
- Individualized planning
- Behavioral management
- Curriculum adaptation
- Instructional technology integration
- Adaptive technology use
- Data interpretation
- Team collaboration
- Team teaching
- Student support
Accomplishments
- 2x Army Commendation Medal
- 2x State Champion Coach of the Lady Carver Tigers 19&21
- 3x Assistant Head Coach of the Year
- Teacher of the Year Nominee 22/23
- Top Percentile Graduate: Data Processing Class 99-00
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
George Washington Carver High School
08.2019 - 05.2025
Retired US Army Veteran
United States Army
06.2000 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching –Special Education K-12
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology w/ Minor in Communcation
Columbus State University
High School Diploma -
Choctaw County High School