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Devonta Leary

Dallas,TX

Summary

Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

INCLUSION(SPED) TEACHER

DUNCANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
06.2023 - Current
  • Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co-teaching models and strategies
  • Develop Individualized Student Programs (IEP) for students; maintain compliance with all Federal Regulations and State Policies regarding the education of students with disabilities
  • Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons, and learning environment
  • Instruction may be provided within the regular classroom setting, resource setting, and/or small classroom setting
  • Design engaging classroom activities and differentiated lessons so that all students may access the curriculum and benefit from the educational experience
  • Formally and informally assess the student learning (rather than relying solely on standardized curriculum) to create a comprehensive learning program
  • Set high expectations that are suitable for the students
  • Assessments may be differentiated based on each individual student plan
  • This may require developing alternative assessments
  • Work collaboratively with Lead Co-Teacher, teaching and grade-level teams and other staff, especially instructional support team, to plan, share student work and ensure that instruction is aligned with identified curriculum and standards
  • Build a partnership with families, encouraging their active participation in students’ learning
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and Director of Special Services.

STUDENT ADVOCATE

TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Maintains contact with assigned Students on a Regular Basis
  • Track Student’s Grades, Attendance, and behavior on a quarterly basis
  • Identify potential problems and intervene as necessary to ensure student success
  • Monitor mentor participation and communicate with them directly to resolve any issues
  • Work closely with guidance counselors at each school to ensure student success.

CAT RESIDENTIAL CLAIMS ADJUSTER

INSPECTION DEPOT
03.2018 - 01.2019
  • Claim ownership of 200+ CAT claims for Hurricane Irma
  • Completed first contact with policyholders to gather claim information and to make coverage determinations
  • Consulted with contractors, vendors, mitigations companies related to claims
  • Scheduled inspections, engineer referrals, and other specialists based upon claim requirements
  • Handled claims involving attorneys and public adjusters in reference to claim status and settlement
  • Assisted litigation team with overflow of claims.

MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR

HOMEWOOD SUITES
12.2015 - 09.2017
  • Responsible for maintaining the physical functionality and safety of the premises
  • Delivered outstanding guest service
  • Guaranteed financial profitability through quick yet accurate fixes for the property
  • Completed clerical duties for staff (I.E
  • Scheduling, inventory tracking and general office work).

REGISTERED CARPENTER

LEARY’S IMPROVEMENT
02.2013 - 12.2015
  • Repaired various items in residential spaces
  • Maintained inventory of tools and equipment conditions to ensure successful jobs
  • Tools for repairing objects in the residence of clientele
  • Organized daily schedule for calls according to damage and repairs needed
  • Managed team working at each property on every project
  • Communicated via telephone, email, or preferred method of contact for the customer.

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS A&M- COMMERCE
05.2017

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL
05.2013

Skills

  • Communication
  • Dependable
  • Trustworthy
  • Adaptable
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Parent-Teacher Collaboration

Affiliations

  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
  • 2023 UIL State Champs

Refernces

Justin Reyes

Principal, Texans Can Academies

jureyes@texanscan.org

(682) 297-1851

Carole Smith

Asst. Principal, Texans Can Academies

scmith@texanscan.org

(682) 558-0358

Jason Garrett

Football Coach, Duncanville, H. S

jasgarrett1911@gmail.com

(214) 514-2349

Caid Faske

Football Coach, Colorado Pueblo University

Caid.Faske@csupueblo.edu

(806) 570-0769

Timeline

INCLUSION(SPED) TEACHER

DUNCANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
06.2023 - Current

STUDENT ADVOCATE

TEXANS CAN ACADEMIES
01.2019 - 06.2023

CAT RESIDENTIAL CLAIMS ADJUSTER

INSPECTION DEPOT
03.2018 - 01.2019

MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR

HOMEWOOD SUITES
12.2015 - 09.2017

REGISTERED CARPENTER

LEARY’S IMPROVEMENT
02.2013 - 12.2015

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS A&M- COMMERCE

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL
Devonta Leary