Dante Singleton
Silver Spring
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused education professional with over five years of experience as an IEP Coordinator and a progressive background in classroom education, special education services, and student support. Proven ability to collaborate with families, educators, and LEAs across multiple jurisdictions to drive student growth, address behavioral challenges, and create inclusive learning environments. Adept at building strong relationships, advocating for student needs, and leading with empathy and structure. Committed to fostering student accountability and promoting school-wide success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IEP Coordinator
Chelsea School
08.2021 - Current
- IEP Development & Implementation
- Student Support & Behavior Intervention
- Family & Community Engagement
- Restorative Practices
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Multi-Jurisdictional LEA Coordination
- Compliance & Documentation
- Crisis Management
- School Climate & Culture
Reading Teacher
Chelsea School
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
IEP Coordinator
Lourie Center
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Improved parent involvement in the IEP process through consistent communication and accessible resources.
- Provided ongoing training and support for teachers to effectively implement IEPs in their classrooms.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for students.
Teacher
Lourie Center
11.2015 - 07.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Washington Adventist University (formerly Columbia Union)
Takoma Park, MDSkills
- Organizational proficiency
- Instructional strategies
- Progress monitoring
- Curriculum adaptation
- Transition planning
- Student accommodation
- Data-driven decision making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Relationship building and networking
Timeline
IEP Coordinator
Chelsea School
08.2021 - Current
Reading Teacher
Chelsea School
08.2020 - 07.2021
IEP Coordinator
Lourie Center
08.2019 - 03.2020
Teacher
Lourie Center
11.2015 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Washington Adventist University (formerly Columbia Union)
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