Don Belanger

Background

About Don Belanger

Adviser/Customer Service helping students and the general public with inquiries • Skill in bring out positive outcomes • Ability to negotiate conflict management in a public school setting (students, staff, parents)(9+ years) • Skilled with Public Speaking in small and large environments • Planning and Coordinating program activities (10+) • Proficient in Microsoft Office • Recently received Gold Level for National Career Readiness Certificate in Math, Reading, Problem Solving • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment outside the comfort zone. • Comfortable making decisions. • Skilled at organizing multiple projects, with the ability to prioritize tasks • Skilled in identifying and gathering appropriate resources • Attention to detail and ability to work under deadline pressure • Ability to be self-directed, as well as work in teams • Compassionate, effective counseling skills • Professional Fine Artist with art exhibited regionally. Ability to give students confidence and encouragement in developing their drawing and painting skills. • Experienced Instructor using a variety of teaching techniques. Certified in General Special Education and Visual Arts (ability to teach Math, Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Art, Reading, Writing, and Life Skills • Participated in the IEP process. Developed and executed Behavioral Student IEPs. • Assisted staff with students’ behavioral, functional, and student intervention plans. • Mentored students in academic, home, and emotional life. • Ability to work with At Risk students. • Tutoring Grades 2 – 12 (10+ years)