Danetia Jefferson-Howard
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Summary
Accomplished Behavior Specialist and Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Effingham County School District, adept in functional behavior assessment and fostering collaborative relationships. Expertise in individualized education plans and enhancing student success through innovative behavior intervention strategies. Demonstrates exceptional data analysis skills and a commitment to inclusive education.
Successful GED Instructor with extensive background in adult education and success helping students achieve lasting success in classroom and workplace. Confidently develops math, reading, and writing skills in adults to help achieve GED or college admission.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GED Instructor
Georgia Department of Corrections
07.2025 - Current
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Regularly ordered supplies for classroom and laboratory.
- Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Developed detailed daily lesson plans for activities.
Behavior Specialist/SpEd Teacher
Effingham County School District
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and administrators to ensure successful implementation of BIPs.
- Developed visual supports and other tools to aid in behavior modification.
- Advised teachers on how they can modify instructional strategies based on an individual student's strengths and weaknesses.
- Maintained open communication with all stakeholders involved in a student's care plan in order to promote consistency across all settings.
- Developed personalized behavior intervention plans based on assessment results.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Special Education Teacher
Nevada Virtual Academy
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
General Education Teacher
Word of Life Christian Academy
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Established training program objectives and created related curricula and learning materials.
- Taught concepts found on standardized tests and built necessary support skills to help students perform well.
- Completed required classroom documentation and updated student records.
- Attended faculty meetings, professional development workshops and educational conferences.
- Helped students build useful skills such as writing proficiency and reading comprehension.
- Distributed academic resources and study materials to help students prepare for examinations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that incorporated multiple subject areas.
Case Manager
Pinnacle Community Services
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Utilized case management software and databases for efficient information tracking.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-ups and case reviews.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies as needed to address emergent client issues.
- Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
- Supported family members by providing information on local support groups.
- Prepared and presented case reports and summaries to stakeholders and management.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Applied Business Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05-2014
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01-2025
Skills
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Task analysis development
- Community-based instruction
- Individualized education plans
- Group contingency management
- Functional behavior assessment
- Behavior intervention
- Data collection and analysis
- Multimedia integration
- Teaching strategies
- Peer tutoring
- Project-based learning
- Test preparation
- Class schedule management
Affiliations
- Member of Sigma Gamma Rho Inc.
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate #1907410 issue date 03/28/2023
- Nevada Educator Certificate #115355 issue date 12/09/2020 expired 12/29/2023
Timeline
GED Instructor
Georgia Department of Corrections
07.2025 - Current
Behavior Specialist/SpEd Teacher
Effingham County School District
07.2023 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
Nevada Virtual Academy
08.2020 - 07.2023
General Education Teacher
Word of Life Christian Academy
07.2017 - 08.2020
Case Manager
Pinnacle Community Services
01.2017 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Applied Business Management
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Delgado Community College
Master of Arts - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
Education and Training
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