Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Evy Leviege

Plano,TX

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, team player, dedicated to the success of students and staff. Exceptional leadership and communication skills. Cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administration. Creates, monitors, and sustains an inclusive school culture with high standards for independence and self-advocacy for students and parents.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ALT Cohort Teacher Leader

Frisco Independent School District
Plano, TX
08.2022 - Current
  • Organized professional development activities, such as workshops, seminars, conferences, for staff members.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to new teachers on classroom management techniques, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
  • Provided coaching sessions for teachers who need additional assistance implementing new instructional strategies or technologies.
  • Mentored colleagues on how best to integrate technology into their daily lesson plans.
  • Reviewed existing curricula to ensure alignment with state standards and local objectives.

Special Education Teacher

Frisco Isd
Frisco, TX
08.2013 - Current
  • Advocated for special education students to ensure equitable support within school systems.
  • Developed and executed individualized education plans (IEPs) based on student goals.
  • Collaborated with educators to design tailored instructional plans for diverse learning needs.
  • Adapted curriculum materials to effectively meet individualized student needs.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and development.
  • Conducted performance assessments and provided actionable feedback to parents.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance engagement and educational outcomes.
  • Trained parents on using augmentative devices in home settings, fostering collaboration.
  • Collaborated with parents to problem solve, generalizing progress to the home setting, providing visuals and instructions where needed

Sped Team Lead

Frisco ISD - Taylor Elementary
Plano, TX
08.2019 - 05.2023
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, implemented changes when required.
  • Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Collaborated with campus teachers and leaders to develop effective solutions that meet student needs.
  • Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
  • Collaborated with administration team to implement new work procedures or policies.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic.

SpEd Paraprofessional

Frisco Independent School District - Ashley Elem.
Frisco, TX
08.2008 - 05.2013
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure the best educational experience for each student.
  • Organized materials needed for classroom lessons prior to instruction beginning.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.
  • Supported special education teachers by providing feedback on lesson plans, objectives, and modifications.
  • Monitored playgrounds during recess periods to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for students who required additional assistance with course material.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, academic progress, behavior incidents.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special education needs.
  • Supervised classrooms of special education students during lunch and recess periods.
  • Assisted students with disabilities in completing daily activities and assignments.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education/Applied Behavior Analysis

Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona
12-2020

Master of Science - Community Counseling

Argosy University
Dallas, TX
12-2010

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX
12-1993

Skills

  • Professional development and instructional coaching
  • Curriculum alignment and technology integration
  • Classroom management and student-centered learning
  • Team leadership and collaboration skills
  • Community and family involvement
  • Growth mindset and flexibility
  • Conflict resolution and positive reinforcement
  • Parent communication and mentoring educators

Affiliations

  • Provides respite support to families in need. Empower Care - Dallas
  • Special needs summer camp volunteer in South Dallas working with families and their students with various exceptionalities. (ExSEL - Learning Paradigm)

Accomplishments

  • Member of Chi Sigma Iota for academic excellence

Certification

  • CPR Certified
  • CPI Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

ALT Cohort Teacher Leader

Frisco Independent School District
08.2022 - Current

Sped Team Lead

Frisco ISD - Taylor Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023

Special Education Teacher

Frisco Isd
08.2013 - Current

SpEd Paraprofessional

Frisco Independent School District - Ashley Elem.
08.2008 - 05.2013

Master of Arts - Special Education/Applied Behavior Analysis

Arizona State University

Master of Science - Community Counseling

Argosy University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Texas Woman's University