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Leila Hubbard
Gray,TN
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record specializing in special education strategy and teacher development. Expert in fostering collaborative co-teaching environments and enhancing student outcomes through effective communication and motivational leadership. Committed to the education and achievement of all students through targeted differentiation in the general education classrooms.
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Washington County Department of Education, Boones Creek Elementary SchoolJohnson City, TN
Assistant Principal
07.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Led professional development to address faculty/staff needs and improve student learning outcomes.
- Designed and facilitated Professional Learning Committees with grade-level academic teachers and special education teachers to analyze student achievement data and determine next steps in targeted, differentiated instruction.
- Performed classroom evaluations, conducted post-conferences with educators to determine areas for refinement and reinforcement.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management, and behavior modification.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations.
- Contributed to IEP and 504 Meetings to determine appropriate accommodations and modifications.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline and attendance policies.
- Mentored new teachers and offered suggestions for differentiating curriculum for students with special needs.
Kingsport City Schools, Dobyns-Bennett High School
Assistant Principal
01.2020 - 03.2020
Kingsport City Schools, John Sevier and Robinson Middle Schools
Associate Principal
07.2016 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Led PLCs for the English Department ensuring data-driven discussions and strategies.
- 504 Coordinator: evaluated and developed educational plans for qualifying students.
- Mentored new educators, providing encouragement and feedback.
- Facilitated co-teaching programs in middle schools and provided district-level training.
- Evaluated teachers and provided feedback through reflective discussions.
Kingsport City Schools, Dobyns-Bennett High School
Special Education Teacher
08.2009 - 05.2015
Kingsport City Schools, Sevier Middle School
Special Education Teacher
07.1994 - 11.2000
Job overview
- Instructed students with various disabilities, including learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional disturbance, and autism.
- Taught students in grades 9–12 with a focus on behavior management, developing the program from the ground up with a service-learning component involving community members.
- Delivered differentiated instruction collaboratively with general education teachers.
- Developed and delivered professional development in co-teaching and behavior management at local and regional levels.
- Led activities for students’ physical, emotional, and social growth, including implementing a social-emotional learning program.
- Created and managed IEPs to define learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Assisted struggling students with individualized lesson plans.
- Partnered with general education teachers across academic departments.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
East Tennessee State University
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
12.2014
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
05.1994
Skills
- Teaching and Administration Training
- Collaborative Co-Teaching Experience
- Special Education Strategist
- Team Development
- Effective Communicator
- Motivational Leader
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Washington County Department of Education, Boones Creek Elementary School
07.2020 - Current
Assistant Principal
Kingsport City Schools, Dobyns-Bennett High School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Associate Principal
Kingsport City Schools, John Sevier and Robinson Middle Schools
07.2016 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher
Kingsport City Schools, Dobyns-Bennett High School
08.2009 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Kingsport City Schools, Sevier Middle School
07.1994 - 11.2000
East Tennessee State University
Master of Arts from Educational Leadership
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
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