Lee Ann Burke
Long Island
Summary
Dedicated educator and instructional leader focused on enhancing student engagement and well-being through social-emotional learning and trauma-informed practices. Developed and facilitated district-wide wellness initiatives that improved school climate and staff resilience, while implementing mindfulness strategies to foster inclusive learning environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented mindfulness-based classroom routines that enhanced student focus, self-regulation, and engagement in co-taught middle school setting.
- Integrated SEL strategies, restorative approaches, and trauma-informed practices into daily instruction and classroom culture.
- Conducted action research examining the impact of mindfulness and wellness practices on student focus, participation, and engagement.
- Collaborated with co-teachers and support staff to create inclusive and supportive learning environments for diverse learners.
- Facilitated relationship-centered learning experiences that fostered student voice, emotional awareness, and academic growth.
District Wellness Educator
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and facilitated district-wide wellness initiatives enhancing well-being for students and staff across multiple elementary schools.
- Designed and implemented wellness curriculum grounded in social-emotional learning, mindfulness, and Yale RULER-informed practices.
- Led mindfulness, movement, yoga, breathing, and emotional regulation activities to support student well-being and classroom readiness.
- Facilitated staff wellness opportunities promoting stress management, self-care, emotional regulation, and community building, strengthening staff resilience.
- Collaborated with administrators, educators, and support staff to foster emotionally responsive and supportive school communities, improving overall school climate.
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades K, 1, & 3)
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.1999 - 01.2022
- Implemented differentiated literacy instruction to support diverse learning needs and promote student achievement.
- Created engaging, student-centered learning environments that fostered academic growth and supportive classroom culture.
- Integrated social-emotional learning and mindfulness strategies into classroom routines to enhance student well-being and relationships.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues through collaborative communication and community engagement.
- Supported school-wide initiatives focused on student wellness, engagement, and inclusive educational practices.
Education
M.S.Ed. - Transformative Teaching & Learning
William Jewel College
Liberty, MO05-2026
Master of Science - Reading
Adelphi University
Garden City, NYBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NYSkills
- Literacy intervention
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement strategies
- Collaborative teaching methods
- Workshop facilitation
- SEL strategies
- Trauma-informed approaches
- Restorative practices
- Mindfulness methodologies
- School culture development
- Professional development facilitation
- Leadership in instruction
- Data analysis skills
- Google Workspace expertise
- Staff wellness initiatives
- Relationship-centered learning
Professional Development And Workshops
- Staff Wellness & Self-Care Practices
- Trauma-Informed Educational Practices
- Social-Emotional Learning Strategies
- Yoga & Mindfulness for Educators and Students
Leadership And Wellness Initiatives
- Facilitated mindfulness and wellness practices to support student focus, emotional regulation, and engagement.
- Supported staff wellness initiatives promoting educator well-being and community connection.
- Integrated trauma-informed and SEL-based approaches into classroom and wellness programming.
- Conducted action research focused on mindfulness and student engagement in middle school settings.
- Developed supportive classroom environments centered on consistency, inclusion, and relationship-building.
Certifications And Professional Credentials
- New York State School Building Leader Certification
- New York State Teaching Certification
- 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification
- 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training (in progress)
- Karma Kids Yoga Training
- RULER Training Certification
Timeline
6th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.2024 - Current
District Wellness Educator
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.2022 - 01.2024
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades K, 1, & 3)
Baldwin Union Free School District
01.1999 - 01.2022
M.S.Ed. - Transformative Teaching & Learning
William Jewel College
Master of Science - Reading
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
SUNY, Oneonta