Barbara Danner
Woodstock, NY *****
********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Efficient and experienced reading specialist with 24 years of experience in education, utilizing data- driven decision making to improve reading instruction and implementing targeted interventions. Skilled in customer service, teaching, and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Intuitive Energy Reiki Master Teacher
Pellegrino Healing Center, Salt Cave-Hyde Park, NY September 2024 to Present
Working as a contractor with this center
• Customizes each session based on the client's specific needs and preferences.
• Assesses clients' energy levels and chakra imbalances through intuitive scanning techniques.
• Incorporates crystals, essential oils, and sound healing into sessions to enhance energy work.
• Participates in ongoing professional development through workshops, courses, and networking events. Reading Specialist
Hyde Park Central School District-Hyde Park, NY
September 2000 to June 2024
• Conducted small group guided reading sessions targeting specific skill areas for improved comprehension and decoding abilities
• Developed and implemented effective reading intervention strategies based on student assessments and progress monitoring data
• Collaborated with other educators in a multidisciplinary team approach to develop comprehensive education plans for students with learning disabilities or IEPs (Individualized Education Programs)
• Organized and facilitated parent workshops on promoting literacy at home and providing strategies for supporting struggling readers outside the classroom setting
• Utilized data-driven decision making to identify areas of improvement in reading instruction and implemented targeted interventions accordingly
Education
Master's degree in Education, reading specialist certification University of California-Berkeley - Berkeley, CA
September 1980 to June 1982
Skills
• Teaching
• Childcare
• Customer service
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Interpersonal skills