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DEJONA EVANS-MAYOL

Lake Hopatcong

Summary

Experienced program manager with over 12 years of success designing and facilitating equity-centered initiatives in diverse, high-need environments. Skilled in translating trauma-informed care, accessibility principles, and inclusive practices into scalable systems that drive engagement and retention. Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration, track and analyze data to inform strategic decisions, and manage programs that center marginalized voices. Seeking to bring a mission-driven mindset to a people-centered team focused on belonging, inclusion, and sustainable impact

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

  • Prepare and deliver differentiated lesson plans aligned to NYS Common Core Standards to students grade 7 through 12.
  • Analyze and use student data to inform appropriate instruction.
  • Use various teaching methods to promote learning, including intensive individualized instruction, problem-solving assignments, and small-group work.
  • Help general educators adapt curriculum materials and teaching techniques to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
  • Develop Individualized Education Program on SESIS for each student including but not limited to setting student goals, assessing their progress, detailing their present level of performance, setting appropriate accommodations and modifications child may need to be successful.
  • Develop transition plan outlining specific steps to prepare students for middle school or high school or a job or postsecondary study.
  • Integrated use of culturally responsive lessons to better engage students in lessons and maximization of instructional time.
  • Implemented use of Socratic Seminars into all classes to deepen student understanding.

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ)
  • Facilitated literacy circles with a group of 3-6 students with disabilities.
  • Modified instruction for students with disabilities.
  • Served as a mentor and mediator for students with special emotional and behavioral needs.
  • Attended professional developments in the areas of classroom management, conflict resolution, engaging students.

Special Education Teacher

District 75 – New York City Department of Education
09.2024 - Current
  • Taught students ages 14–17 with academic functioning levels ranging from Pre-K to 7th grade in a highly specialized self-contained classroom.
  • Delivered individualized instruction in Reading, Writing, Math, social skills, and emotional regulation, aligned to each student's IEP goals.
  • Used explicit modeling, visual supports, differentiated materials, and multi-sensory strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
  • Monitored academic and behavioral data semi-monthly to track progress, adjust instruction, and ensure alignment with IEP benchmarks.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment through consistent routines, positive behavior supports, and trauma-informed practices.
  • Collaborated with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to promote student growth and generalization of skills across settings.

Facilitator

Pilon Harlem
05.2023 - Current
  • Facilitator of mental health workshops for diverse age groups including teens, adults, and the elderly.

Cohort 23-member

NEW YORK CITY TEACHING FELLOWS
06.2012 - 12.2015
  • Selected from approximately 20,000 applicants nationwide to join a program committed to teach 2 years in under-resourced public schools.

Education

Master of Education - Instruction and Curriculum, Trauma Informed specialization

Concordia University
Portland, Oregon
10.2022

Master of Science - Special Education

Hunter College
New York, NY
01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
05.2012

Skills

  • Visionary planning
  • Facilitation techniques
  • Staff management
  • Community relations development

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

District 75 – New York City Department of Education
09.2024 - Current

Facilitator

Pilon Harlem
05.2023 - Current

Cohort 23-member

NEW YORK CITY TEACHING FELLOWS
06.2012 - 12.2015

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ)

Master of Science - Special Education

Hunter College

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Lehman College

Master of Education - Instruction and Curriculum, Trauma Informed specialization

Concordia University

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