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Hillary Dankel

Whitehall

Summary

Dedicated special education teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and individualized education plans. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through effective communication and collaboration.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Nyman Associates
Allentown, PA
08.2025 - Current
  • Adapted instructional materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
  • Engaged families in the educational process through regular communication and updates.

Pre-K Counts Teacher

Lehigh Valley Children Centers
Allentown, PA
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to facilitate student learning and comprehension
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student needs and enhance educational outcomes.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through communication with the families and modified lesson plans.

Pre-K Counts Teacher

Berks County Intermediate Unit
Reading, PA
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Conducted individual and group activities to foster social skills and teamwork among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as individualized projects and hands-on activities.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
12-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Special Education

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA
05-2014

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Individual education plans (IEPs)
  • Small group instruction

Accomplishments

    Black Belt Certificate (Mixed Martial Arts) est. May 2010

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Nyman Associates
08.2025 - Current

Pre-K Counts Teacher

Lehigh Valley Children Centers
08.2024 - 06.2025

Pre-K Counts Teacher

Berks County Intermediate Unit
08.2023 - 06.2024

Master of Science - Special Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Associate of Applied Science - Special Education

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Hillary Dankel