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TONIA R HANEY

TONIA R HANEY

Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.
Robert Louis Stevenson

Summary

…dedicated to guiding others to succeed while inspiring an insatiable passion for learning

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

District Autism Facilitator/Behavior Specialist

Midland Independent School
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Managed Behavioral Program for students with Autism/Emotional Disturbance, including developing and teaching Social Skill lessons, utilizing positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes ensuring safety of students and staff
  • Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
  • Consulted regular education classroom teachers to develop curriculum modifications and intervention strategies.
  • Communicated with administrators and parents about problem behaviors and created behavior plans for students
  • Cooperated with and assisted law enforcement, child placement agencies, etc., in crises
  • Participated with IEP team in academic advising, evaluation and behavioral planning meetings
  • Assisted with transition planning for qualifying students
  • Led staff and faculty training and development to support program objectives.



6th Grade Teacher

Williams County District
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.

Special Education Strategist

Wilmac Special Education
08.2015 - 07.2019
  • Designed, delivered, and managed effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and collaborating closely with teachers to solve problems.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies and apply instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior providing emotional support to students and families.

  • Monitored student performance, conducting assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies and facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Conducted and advised administrators, parents and teachers about behaviors, advising and creating academic and behavior IEP plans
  • Cooperated with and assisted law enforcement, child placement agencies, etc., in crises
  • Created transition plans and helped 25+ SPED students with college or job placement
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Williston School District
01.2010 - 07.2015

Filled in for teachers in K-12 classrooms as needed.

Student Teacher

Lewis and Clark Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2010
  • Taught Third and Fourth-grade students in self-contained classrooms and combination-leveled Reading
  • Incorporated a variety of instructional techniques that accommodated many educational modifications
  • Designed lessons and units that included manipulatives, smartboard activities, power points, games, literature, websites, kinesthetic activities, technology, charts, music, and rubrics
  • Attended PTO, BLST (Building Level Support Team) meetings, staff meetings, and school activities
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences

Preschool Teacher

Trinity Christian School
08.2008 - 07.2009
  • Developed and implemented preschool curriculum in all areas to stimulate whole brain/body growth
  • Created and initiated hands-on learning experiences encouraging creative play
  • Organized field trips for up to 30 preschoolers introducing children to the world around them
  • Initiated special classroom projects, resulting in increased parent participation in classroom
  • Advised and counseled parents on their child’s specific cognitive or emotional problems

Children's Ministry Coordinator

Williston Assembly Of God
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Throughout all schools in K-12 grades, Examined and purchased curriculum for Children’s Church programs
  • Coordinated staff and resources for Children’s Church programs
  • Conducted staff training and Sunday morning services for children of all ages
  • Organized and presided over Sunday School promotion service

Property Manager

Johnston Properties
01.2006 - 08.2019
  • Negotiated 37 rental contracts for clients and dealt with tenant complaints
  • Supervised maintenance and repairs
  • Represented client in eviction presiding in a courtroom setting
  • Developed excellent rapport with client, tenants, and various service agencies and maintenance personnel

Co-Owner

Frontier Signs
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Purchased a vinyl graphics sign shop which realized profits and serviced Southwestern North Dakota, Southeastern Montana, and Northwestern South Dakota
  • Provided consultations, designs, and cost analysis projections for existing accounts while acquiring new accounts as well as developed and handled marketing, budget, and all banking
  • Constructed and oversaw production and installation of graphics signage, including, but not limited to, storefronts, awnings, and digital
  • Experience with various levels of communication, from independent individuals to commercial contractors
  • Ordered merchandise, kept track of inventory, and created displays

Youth Advocate

Lutheran Social Services
01.1992 - 01.2000
  • Worked one on one with students to help those with marginal grades turn them into good grades
  • Attended quarterly training sessions on all aspects of emotionally/behaviorally disturbed children and families
  • Implemented/assessed strategically planned educational and social intercession with emotionally and behaviorally challenged children
  • Provided written and verbal progress reports to agencies, etc
  • Met with public school personnel to assess the ongoing educational needs of "at-risk" children
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
  • Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through discussions.
  • Supervised youth in community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
  • Liaised between children and guardians to best handle issues specific to youth.

Special Service Tutor, Aide

Bowman Public School
01.1997 - 07.1999
  • Worked one on one with students to help those with marginal grades turn them into good grades
  • Implemented/assessed strategically planned educational and social intercession with emotionally and behaviorally challenged children
  • Provided written and verbal progress reports to agencies, etc
  • Met with public school personnel to assess the ongoing educational needs of "at-risk" children
  • Substituted for teachers in regular classes as well as study halls in grades 4 – 7

Community Service

Volunteer

Midland Mission Agape Food Bank
Midland Jubilee Pantry Food Bank
Goodwill Donation Center
Meals on Wheels Meal Delivery for shut-ins
Williston Sea Lions Fund Raisers, Parent Organization
Williston Public School District - Various Student Programs
Lewis and Clark Elementary School Parent–Teacher Organization
Readersville Clinician
New Hope Wesleyan Church Children’s Worker, Community Outreach
4-H Various fund-raisers
Trinity Christian School Clean-a- thon, field trips, lunchroom assistant
Trinity Bible College Various Outreach Programs
Ellendale Assembly of God Sunday School Superintendent
Bowman Chamber of Commerce Welcome Wagon Chairperson
Trinity Bible College Chi Alpha, various outreaches

Education

Post-Master Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis

UND Grand Forks, Grand Forks, ND
05.2024

Master of Science - Special Education Strategist

Minot State University, Minot, ND

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Science for Elementary Education

Mayville State University, Mayville, ND

Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Associates of Arts - General Education

Williston State College, Williston, ND

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Certifications

Reading Strategist Certification

Information Technology Certification

CPR/AED/First Aide Certification

Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification

Inclusive Discipline Certification

Trauma Sensitive Schools Certification

(Associate)Educational Therapist

Registered Behavioral Therapist Certification

Skills

  • Leadership, Advocacy, Ethical, Empathetic
  • Motivated, Reliable, Determined, Organized
  • Planning, Relationships, Communication, Diversified
  • Collaboration, Facilitative Skills, Critical Thinker Patience
  • High Expectations, Motivator, Behavior Modification
  • Curriculum Development, Computer Skills

Work Availability

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Timeline

District Autism Facilitator/Behavior Specialist - Midland Independent School
08.2020 - 07.2022
6th Grade Teacher - Williams County District
08.2019 - 07.2020
Special Education Strategist - Wilmac Special Education
08.2015 - 07.2019
Student Teacher - Lewis and Clark Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2010
Substitute Teacher, K-12 - Williston School District
01.2010 - 07.2015
Preschool Teacher - Trinity Christian School
08.2008 - 07.2009
Children's Ministry Coordinator - Williston Assembly Of God
01.2007 - 01.2008
Property Manager - Johnston Properties
01.2006 - 08.2019
Co-Owner - Frontier Signs
01.1999 - 01.2002
Special Service Tutor, Aide - Bowman Public School
01.1997 - 07.1999
Youth Advocate - Lutheran Social Services
01.1992 - 01.2000
Community Service - Volunteer
UND Grand Forks - Post-Master Certificate, Applied Behavior Analysis
Minot State University - Master of Science, Special Education Strategist
Mayville State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Science for Elementary Education
Williston State College - Associates of Arts, General Education
Certifications - _______,
TONIA R HANEY