Joanie Xavier
Queens,NY
Summary
Education leader with 10+ years of experience driving inclusive practices, student success, and compliance in K–8 settings. Proven track record of developing and implementing special education systems, coaching educators, and partnering with families to ensure equitable learning environments. Adept at data-driven decision-making, IEP/504 plan compliance, and leading cross-functional teams. Passionate about fostering achievement-oriented, joy-filled classrooms that meet the needs of all learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Special Education Coordinator
Success Academy
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Led special education services for 60+ students, ensuring full IDEA compliance and 25% increase in IEP goal achievement.
- Supervised implementation of IEP accommodations, related services, and inclusive classroom practices across all grade levels.
- Streamlined IEP meeting preparation and documentation processes, reducing administrative time by 35%.
- Coached general and special education teachers in IEP alignment, resulting in improved fidelity of implementation and academic outcomes.
- Conducted professional development on differentiated instruction, behavior supports, and legal mandates.
Head Teacher
A Child’s Place
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Designed inclusive, play-based curriculum to meet diverse learner needs; referred students to special education evaluation as needed.
- Partnered with families to create home-school connections and support social-emotional development.
- Implemented tiered behavior strategies to reduce disruptions by 98%.
Substitute Teacher
School Professionals
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered instruction and behavioral support across varied classroom settings, ensuring continuity of learning.
- Supported IEP accommodations during assignments, maintaining high student engagement and performance.
1st Grade Lead Teacher
The Academy Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Differentiated instruction for students with IEPs and ELLs, contributing to measurable growth in oral and written language.
- Collaborated with academic deans and special educators to design responsive learning plans.
- Maintained positive classroom climate using Responsive Classroom strategies.
3rd Grade General Teacher, ICT
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Co-taught in an ICT setting, implementing accommodations and goals for students with disabilities.
- Created project-based learning units aligned with IEP objectives and grade-level standards.
- Monitored student progress toward achievement of learning goals and referred them to specialized services as needed, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
Private Reading Instructor
EBL Coaching
08.2015 - 08.2019
- Provided 1:1 literacy intervention for students with diagnosed learning disabilities; average 35% improvement in reading fluency and comprehension.
- Progress monitored goals, communicated updates to families, and adapted plans based on data.
K-4 Learning Specilaist
Achievement First Brownsville Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Facilitated small group and 1:1 instruction for students with IEPs, yielding 2 years’ reading growth for over 50% of caseload.
- Reorganized and successfully led a high-needs 4th-grade class, decreasing suspensions and improving interim test scores by 20%.
- Partnered with DOE and families to ensure compliant, student-centered IEPs and instructional planning.
Education
Master of Arts - Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - English
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA12-2008
Skills
- Special Education Compliance
- IEP/504 Development & Oversight
- SESIS
- Teacher Coaching
- Academic & Behavioral Interventions
- Response to Intervention (RTI)
- Child Find
- Data-Driven Instruction
- UDL & Differentiation
- Family & Community Engagement
Timeline
Senior Special Education Coordinator
Success Academy
08.2024 - 04.2025
Head Teacher
A Child’s Place
11.2023 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
School Professionals
11.2022 - 11.2023
1st Grade Lead Teacher
The Academy Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022
3rd Grade General Teacher, ICT
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School
08.2019 - 08.2020
Private Reading Instructor
EBL Coaching
08.2015 - 08.2019
K-4 Learning Specilaist
Achievement First Brownsville Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Spelman College
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