An experienced educator with expertise in curriculum development and special education, Daniel K. Schiels holds a bachelor of science in education from the University of Hartford and a master of arts in education from Touro University. Throughout his career, he has worked extensively with students of various ages and learning abilities, specializing in differentiated instruction, individualized education programs (IEPs), and vocational skill development. Daniel K. Schiels has also trained educators in instructional technologies and evidence-based learning programs.
Mr. Schiels has worked in both public and specialized educational settings. As arts enrichment director at Learning Spring School, he developed arts-based curricula for students with autism spectrum disorder. He later served as special education department liaison at Maxine Greene High School, where he conducted professional development workshops and provided training on special education systems. His tenure at Stamford Public Schools involved curriculum development across multiple academic programs, and he was a featured speaker at the district’s Data Conference in 2023. In 2024, he received a Funds for Teacher Fellowship to research nature-based literacy development for autism communities.
Outside of education, Mr. Schiels has published poetry and articles, and has been involved in community service with organizations such as the Gay and Lesbian Health Collective and Cub Scouts Pack 166. His interests include film history, music journalism, hiking, carpentry, and geology.