Jaleel Johnson
140 BAY RIDGE PKWY BROOKLYN,NEW YORK
Summary
Instructional leader and educator with experience in classroom teaching, special education leadership, and academic inclusion. Skilled in instructional coaching, MTSS/RTI implementation, intervention planning, and supporting diverse learners through data-driven and inclusive practices. Proven ability to collaborate across teams, strengthen instructional systems, and build rigorous learning environments grounded in high expectations and student growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VICE PRINCIPAL
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Serve as the school-wide instructional leader for special education, MLLs, and intervention, ensuring alignment with both external guidelines (NYSED regulations, IDEA, etc.) and internal goals.
- Develop, implement, and monitor inclusive instructional systems that support variable learners during Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instruction.
- Partner with content VPs to implement strategies that ensure curricula are differentiated and accessible, and that general educators are trained and supported to meet the needs of all learners.
- Analyze student data regularly to drive academic interventions and adjust instructional plans.
- Designed and led implementation of Response to Intervention (RTI) and MTSS to enhance student support systems.
- Coach and evaluate special education teachers using observation and feedback systems, and collaborate with VPs of Instruction to coach and provide feedback on effective co-teaching.
- Provide targeted coaching to general education teachers to strengthen inclusive instruction and classroom practices.
- Design and lead high-impact professional development on topics such as differentiation, accommodations/modifications, compliance, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Train and monitor paraprofessionals to ensure IEP-mandated support is delivered effectively.
- Oversee NYSITELL and NYSESLAT testing, and ensure that all accommodations for students with disabilities and MLLs are in place for NYS exams, Regents, and other key assessments.
- Manage the calendar for annual IEP meetings, and triennial reviews, facilitate IEP meetings (initial, annual, and reevaluations) and ensure high-quality, student-centered IEPs are developed.
- Collaborate with instructional leaders, operations teammates, and families to coordinate and communicate around IEP meetings and ensure teacher and family participation.
AFTERSCHOOL SITE COORDINATOR
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Manage student transition from regular day school classroom to after school classrooms
- Provide day-to-day supervision of program and systems
- Implemented effective strategies for behavior management to foster a positive learning environment.
- Evaluated after school teachers' performance and provided targeted feedback to improve teaching methods.
- Oversaw student dismissal procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Logged daily program attendance and communicated with parents and guardians to ensure student engagement.
- Prep daily after school teacher materials (class rosters, attendance sheets, snacks, etc.)
- Ensure classrooms used for afterschool have been cleaned and reset properly for day school use
DEAN OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOOL
Brooklyn, NY
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed identification process for students with classified or suspected disabilities in accordance with NYS and LEA regulations
- Wrote IEPs and managed quarterly goal tracking in SESIS
- Worked with CSE, related service agencies, and para staffing agencies to secure and schedule mandated related services
- Trained and held staff accountable for completing all required reporting for students with disabilities
- Served as the main point of communication for families of students with IEPs on all issues related to identification, testing, meetings, and educational needs
- Coordinated with the CSE and the Operations team to support with door to door bussing
- Coached and provided insightful feedback on strengths as well as opportunities for growth
- Analyzed data trends regularly in order to plan for responsive student interventions
- Contributed as a member of the school's academic leadership team
- Supported the Multilingual Learner Coordinator in the identification and assessment of MLL students with disabilities
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER & GRADE TEAM LEADER
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
Brooklyn, NY
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Delivered engaging, rigorous, and relevant lessons daily and tailored instruction for students with disabilities and emerging English language learners.
- Created an inclusive environment by providing differentiated instruction and materials that addressed the needs of all learners.
- Provided instruction to students in a variety of learning environments, including small groups and one-on-one settings.
- Assumed a high level of personal responsibility for the progress of all students
- Engaged stakeholders, including scholars, families, and staff, to foster collaborative communication and support student success.
- Facilitated weekly grade level team meetings to share updates and address principal and team member inquiries.
- Conducted observations and delivered actionable written and verbal feedback to Grade Level Teachers on school-wide systems and classroom culture.
SUMMER SCHOOL TEACHER
Catapult Learning
New York, NY
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared daily lessons using provided scope and sequence and affiliated instructional materials to ensure effective instruction.
- Delivered program material to students, fostering excitement and engagement in the learning process.
- Maintained daily records of student attendance and performance data to track progress.
- Engaged in cohort staff meetings for collaboration and information sharing.
- Maintained open communication with Operation Specialist and Academic Specialists.
ASSISTANT TEACHER
THE ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (PS.682)
Brooklyn, NY
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Reinforced lessons presented by teachers by reviewing material with students one
on one or in small groups - Collaborated with teachers to track and support each child's development.
- Covered classes and administered lessons in the absence of the lead teacher
- Supervised students in class, between classes, during lunch and recess and on field
trips.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology, Childhood Education
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2019
Master of Science - Childhood Education & Special Education
TOURO Graduate School of Education
Brooklyn, NY05-2026
Skills
- Program Management
- School Leadership
- Staff Development
- Curriculum & Assessment Coordination
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional Coaching
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Data Driven Intervention
- Parent communication
- Student rapport
- Flexible and adaptive
- Inclusive Practices
- Staff evaluation
Certification
- CPR & RTE
- DASA (Dignity For All Students)
- Mandated Reporter Training
- School Violence Prevention & Intervention
- Relay Leverage Leadership Workshop (Observation and Feedback, 2024)
- Relay Graduate School of Education (Instructional Leader PD - Summer Intensive, 2025)
Awards
6/2016
- Heartshare Human Services - Employee of the Year
7/2023
- Coney Island Preparatory Charter School - 7th Pillar Award Recipient
7/2023
- MOSIAC by BLACC - 2023 Educator of the Year
Timeline
VICE PRINCIPAL
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2025 - Current
DEAN OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOOL
08.2024 - 06.2025
AFTERSCHOOL SITE COORDINATOR
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
01.2024 - Current
SUMMER SCHOOL TEACHER
Catapult Learning
06.2021 - 06.2023
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER & GRADE TEAM LEADER
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2020 - 06.2024
ASSISTANT TEACHER
THE ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (PS.682)
09.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology, Childhood Education
CUNY Brooklyn College
Master of Science - Childhood Education & Special Education
TOURO Graduate School of Education