Maritta McDaniel
Frankfort
Summary
Experienced educator skilled in lesson planning, inclusion strategies, and data management. Successfully developed individualized education plans for diverse learners, fostering a positive and supportive educational environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Specialist
Kentucky Department of Corrections
Frankfort, KY
12.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for incarcerated individuals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess educational needs and progress.
- Evaluated and adapted instructional materials to enhance learning engagement.
- Monitored student performance data to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in the development of policies promoting educational access within correctional facilities.
Exceptional Education Teacher
Scott County School District
Georgetown, KY
07.2023 - 12.2025
- Developed individualized education plans to cater to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance educational strategies and support services.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching methods to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, adjusting instructional approaches as necessary.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting respect, inclusivity, and active participation from all students.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices for exceptional education teaching strategies.
Elementary School Teacher
Nicholas County School District
Carlisle, KY
07.2015 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized various educational technologies to facilitate interactive classroom experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that fostered critical thinking skills.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, providing targeted feedback to improve outcomes.
- Established a positive classroom environment that encouraged student collaboration and respect for diversity.
- Analyzed standardized test data to identify areas for curriculum enhancement and individual support needs.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices in instruction and classroom organization techniques.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Education
Master of Science - Teacher Leadership/Moderate To Severe Disorders
Georgetown College
Georgetown07-2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Learning Behavioral Disorders
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-2012
Skills
- Student engagement
- Individualized education plans
- Lesson planning
- Co-teaching experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Data management
- Parent communication
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
CPR/ Heart Saver Trained
SCM Trained
Timeline
Education Specialist
Kentucky Department of Corrections
12.2025 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher
Scott County School District
07.2023 - 12.2025
Elementary School Teacher
Nicholas County School District
07.2015 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Teacher Leadership/Moderate To Severe Disorders
Georgetown College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Learning Behavioral Disorders
Eastern Kentucky University