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Heidi Douma serves as Professor of Practice and Director of the BAEC Online Degree Program in the Education Department at Northwestern College while concurrently acting as middle school principal for Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District and Special Education Consultant for Northwest AEA. Her 20+ year career spans classroom instruction, administrative leadership, and higher education program development.
Her academic credentials include:
- Principal Endorsement from Midland University
- M.A. from Buena Vista University
- B.A. from Northwestern College
Douma specializes in Special Education and Early Childhood Education with demonstrated expertise in curriculum modifications for developmental delays and severe disabilities. Her work emphasizes inclusive preschool practices through individualized scheduling, teacher mentoring, and community collaboration with Head Start/daycare providers. She bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation across K-12 and higher education contexts.
Professional contributions include founding Northwestern College's BAEC online degree program and presenting on preschool inclusion at the Iowa Reading Council. She maintains active affiliations with the Early Childhood Advisory Council and School Administrators of Iowa, focusing on policy development and leadership training.
