Dana Naparty Hirdt

Dana Naparty Hirdt is an experienced special educator with a career spanning over two decades. Currently serving as a Special Educator at Russell Byers Charter School since August 2022, Dana previously excelled at Universal Daroff Charter School from 2010 to 2022, where responsibilities included writing lesson plans, conducting IEP meetings, and coordinating special education services for grades K-4. Dana has held various roles, including Interim Special Education Liaison, Private Special Education Teacher/Consultant, and Autistic Support Teacher. Educational credentials include a M.S.Ed. in Early Childhood Special Education from Bank Street College of Education and a B.S. in Psychology from Stony Brook University.