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IVONNE LEÓN

Milford,CT

Summary

Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Bridgeport Public Schools -Bassick High School
Bridgeport, CT
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
  • Provided instruction in Spanish to English-language learners with disabilities.
  • Collaborated with families, teachers, school psychologists, administrators, and other professionals to ensure student success.
  • Facilitated parent meetings to discuss IEPs and educational goals.
  • Utilized evidence-based instructional strategies to support student learning outcomes.
  • Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.

Virtual Teacher

Tutored by Teachers
New York, NY
11.2022 - Current
  • Develop and implement lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assess student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Provide individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Instruct students in academic subjects such as math and language arts
  • Utilize technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Integrate educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Participate in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Support English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
  • Encourage student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Engage students and boost understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Grade projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.

Job Coach

Milford Public Schools
Milford, CT
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Promoted student engagement through coaching, feedback and skills development
  • Worked with staff to develop, monitor and resolve skills training or vocational issues
  • Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to students.

Director of Inclusive Practices

NYC Department of Education
New York, NY
04.2019 - 11.2021
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming
  • Advocated for needs of English language learners with disabilities
  • Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support
  • Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses
  • Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities
  • Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness
  • Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with local regulations
  • Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff
  • Recommended evidence-based instructional programs to utilize with students.

Special Education School Improvement Specialist

NYC Department of Education
Queens, NY
08.2013 - 04.2019
  • Provided citywide professional development and technical assistance on the referral assessment, and provisions of instruction to culturally and linguistically diverse students with disabilities
  • Design and deliver professional development focused on literacy, behavior support, and instruction for students with disabilities
  • Key member of district school review team as an evaluator for district effectiveness.

Special Education Teacher

John Bowne H.S., NYC Department of Education
Queens, NY
08.2008 - 08.2013
  • Taught integrated co-teaching, self-contained, and resource room classes in Algebra, Geometry, Spanish, Economics, and Government
  • Planned curriculum and specially designed instruction and UDL to meet the needs of students with diverse needs
  • Administered and evaluated baseline assessments to target and monitor student academic growth.

Transition Linkage Coordinator

John Bowne H.S., NYC Department of Education
Queens, NY
01.2011 - 06.2011
  • Communicated with parents, students, staff, community/adult service providers and agencies on issues related to the successful transition of Special Education high school students, ages 15-21 into postgraduate adult life
  • Collaborated with district staff and vocational, technical and career education programs and services to facilitate student placement and career planning
  • Provided bilingual informational sessions to parents and students on topics related to: transition goals planning, linkage with community adult service providers and development of self-advocacy skills.

Education

Certificate in User Experience Design -

Cornell University
12.2021

Certificate in Bilingual Education -

Long Island University
12.2016

School District Leader Certification in Educational Administration -

The College of Saint Rose (CITE)
08.2015

Master of Arts in Special Education Teacher -

Queens College of The City University of New York
07.2010

Bachelor of Science in Finance -

New York University
05.1989

Skills

  • Course Development Experience
  • Lesson Planning
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Competent in Smartboard Technology
  • Web-based instructional technology (Nearpod, Desmos, Classkick, Jamboard)
  • Behavior Modifications
  • PMT Training
  • Job Readiness Training
  • Community Resource Referrals
  • Fluent in Spanish

Certification

  • Special Education Comprehensive Grades K-12 (Connecticut)
  • Students with Disabilities Generalist (Grades 5-9) - NY State
  • Students with Disabilities Generalist (Grades 7-12) - NY State
  • Generalist in Middle Childhood Education (Grades 5-9)
  • School Leadership Certification - District Leader New York State
  • Bilingual Certification (English/Spanish)

Languages

Spanish: Native/Bilingual

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Bridgeport Public Schools -Bassick High School
08.2024 - Current

Virtual Teacher

Tutored by Teachers
11.2022 - Current

Job Coach

Milford Public Schools
06.2022 - 01.2023

Director of Inclusive Practices

NYC Department of Education
04.2019 - 11.2021

Special Education School Improvement Specialist

NYC Department of Education
08.2013 - 04.2019

Transition Linkage Coordinator

John Bowne H.S., NYC Department of Education
01.2011 - 06.2011

Special Education Teacher

John Bowne H.S., NYC Department of Education
08.2008 - 08.2013

Certificate in User Experience Design -

Cornell University

Certificate in Bilingual Education -

Long Island University

School District Leader Certification in Educational Administration -

The College of Saint Rose (CITE)

Master of Arts in Special Education Teacher -

Queens College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Science in Finance -

New York University

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