Dr. Leila Hinkle
Murfreesboro,TN
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
- Implemented effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
General Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Implemented effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
Special Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Paulding County School District
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Education
Ed.D - Assessment, Learning, And School Improvement
Middle Tennessee University
Murfreesboro, TN08.2016
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.1989
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Salem College
Winston-Salem, NCSkills
- Peer Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Student Support
- Compliance
- Documentation
- Skills assessments
- On-the-job training proficiency
- Progress assessment
Timeline
General Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2019 - Current
General Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2012 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2012
Special Education Teacher
Paulding County School District
08.2004 - 05.2008
Ed.D - Assessment, Learning, And School Improvement
Middle Tennessee University
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Salem College