Leighlyn A. Revere
Oneonta
Summary
Passionate elementary educator with expertise in classroom management and individualized support. Skilled in integrating technology and developing instructional strategies that cater to diverse student needs, ensuring a productive and positive learning experience for all students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher k-12
Oneonta City Schools
Oneonta
11.2024 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Provided tailored support to students needing additional assistance to enhance their learning experience.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to create seamless instructional transitions for students.
Grade 3 Student Teacher
Oneonta City Schools
Oneonta
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to create classroom strategies that support diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated small group discussions, increasing student participation and deepening understanding of key concepts.
- Evaluated student work and provided targeted feedback, tracking progress to inform future instructional approaches.
Grade 6 Student Teacher
Oneonta City Schools
Oneonta
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Developed lesson plans that aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that fostered a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to refine instructional methods and enrich learning materials.
- Integrated technology tools that facilitated interactive learning experiences.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Student Teacher - 2nd grade
Valleyview
Oneonta
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted struggling students in math through targeted strategies and explicit instruction, enhancing their understanding.
- Facilitated small group read-aloud sessions, improving student engagement in literacy.
- Supported implementation of PBIS token system to encourage positive behavior.
- Led whole-group student interest survey, gathering valuable insights to inform instructional planning.
Substitute LTA
Valleyview
Oneonta
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Managed classroom of 20 students, fostering a positive learning environment
- Supported 20 Kindergarten students across diverse ability levels
- Supported the teacher in delivering phonics and phonological awareness lessons to small groups.
- Experience with behavioral management and students with IEPs
- Facilitated daily routines, ensuring students remained engaged and materials were efficiently distributed
- Assisted with daily specials (gym, art, library, music)
- Assisted students during lunchtime by monitoring behavior and ensuring safety in the cafeteria.
Civilian Dispatcher
Oneonta Police Department
Oneonta
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted community by answering emergency calls and providing clerical support in court settings.
- Coordinated emergency response communications for police and medical teams.
- Managed call routing to ensure timely dispatch of officers and resources.
- Monitored radio transmissions for critical updates from field officers.
911 Dispatcher
Oneida County Emergency Services
Oriskany
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Handled emergency 911 calls, requiring a degree in emergency dispatching and certifications in EMD and EPD.
- Conducted quality assurance reviews and participated in the Amber Lee seminar.
- Received emergency calls and assessed situations to determine response needs.
- Operated radio equipment to communicate with field responders effectively.
- Maintained accurate logs of calls and dispatched units promptly.
Department Head/ Manager
Hobby Lobby
New Hartford
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed multiple departments, money, and customer service relations
- Managed daily operations and staff in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Developed and implemented effective merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility.
- Trained and supervised team members on company policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education (1-6), Concentration in English
State University of New York (SUNY), College at Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05-2026
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY12-2018
Regents Diploma -
Whitesboro High School
Marcy, NY06-2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative teaching
- Behavioral intervention
- Individualized instruction
- Special needs support
- Student tutoring
- Student engagement
- Technology integration
Accomplishments
- Transfer-Success Scholarship, 08/23
- Dean's List, Fall 2023
- Provost's List, Spring 2024
- Susan Sutton-Smith Award for Academic Excellence, Spring 2024
- Sigma Delta Tau Honor Society, Spring 2024
- Dean's List, Fall 2024
- Richard Siegfried Student Award for Academic Excellence, Fall 2024
- Provost's List, Spring 2025
Related Experience
- Substitute Teacher - K-6, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, 11/24-Current, Following sub plans as written, Taught a lesson in 6th-grade ELA on poetry, Reviewed an ELA and Science lesson in 4th grade, Classroom management experience
- Student Teacher - 2nd grade, Valleyview, Oneonta, NY, 09/25-12/25, Lead a small group read-aloud, Assisted children with math strategies and explicit instruction for struggling students, Assisted with PBIS token system, Lead a whole-group student interest survey that my co-student teacher and I created.
- Substitute LTA, Valleyview, Oneonta, NY, 02/25-06/25, Work with 20 students, Kindergarten, and all ability levels, Assisted the teacher with phonics, phonological awareness lessons in small groups, Effectively manage an average classroom of 20 students, Experience with behavioral management and students with IEPs, Assisted with daily routines, keeping kids on task, distribution of materials, and PBIS systems, Assisted with daily specials (gym, art, library, music), Regularly served as a noon-time aide
Volunteer Experience
- Maynard Fire Department, Marcy, NY, 10/14-Current (inactive), Volunteer Firefighter-EMT, Coordinated Fire-Prevention programs for Marcy Elementary, Served on the Disciplinary, Bylaws, recruitment, and retention committees, Served as corresponding secretary, Chaired events with community partners, CPR certification (expired, will renew)
- Greater Plains Elementary, Oneonta, NY, 09/22-Current, Volunteered for multiple parent events such as class parties, field trips, and extracurricular events, Planned a diversity presentation for kindergarten and first grade
- Marcy Elementary School, Marcy, NY, 09/22-12/22, Volunteered for Scholastic Book fair, k-5
Professional Development
- Bilingual Conference, Fall 2023
- Teaching Tolerance Trauma Response and Classroom Management Seminar, Spring 2024
- Sanford Carmony Creating a Multisensory Experience for Memory Retention, Spring 2024
Field Experience
200, 2015-2025, Second-grade, Valleyview Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, Kindergarten- SPED, Greater Plains Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, Kindergarten, Greater Plains Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, First-Grade, Greater Plains Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, Fourth-Grade, Valleyview Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, Fifth-Grade, Valleyview Elementary, Oneonta City School District, Oneonta, NY, Fourth-Grade, Marcy Elementary, Whitesboro School District, Marcy, NY
Certification
NYS Initial Certification (June 2026) NYSED
Timeline
Grade 3 Student Teacher
Oneonta City Schools
03.2026 - 05.2026
Grade 6 Student Teacher
Oneonta City Schools
01.2026 - 03.2026
Student Teacher - 2nd grade
Valleyview
09.2025 - 12.2025
Substitute LTA
Valleyview
02.2025 - 06.2025
Substitute Teacher k-12
Oneonta City Schools
11.2024 - Current
Civilian Dispatcher
Oneonta Police Department
01.2020 - 08.2020
911 Dispatcher
Oneida County Emergency Services
05.2019 - 11.2019
Department Head/ Manager
Hobby Lobby
10.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education (1-6), Concentration in English
State University of New York (SUNY), College at Oneonta
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Mohawk Valley Community College
Regents Diploma -
Whitesboro High School