Leon Fred
Hotevilla,Arizona
Summary
Student achievement grows through creative and performance-based learning. By incorporating the performing and fine arts with core content standards, students connect academic learning to their culture and experiences while building confidence, critical thinking, and a lifelong growth mindset.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hopi Day School
100 Hopi Day School Drive, Kykotsmovi Arizona 8603
01.2023 - Current
4th grade general education teacher providing performing arts coursework for 3-6th grades, student council and yearbook advisor.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and critical thinking.
Teacher
Moencopi Day School
322 AZ Highway 264, Tuba City, AZ 86045
01.2013 - 01.2023
Rio Salado Teacher Internship (2013-2017), 3rd-6th grade general education teacher, Teacher of the Year (2017- Native American Grant School Association) Acting Educational Chief School Administrator (2020-2021)
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Substitute Teacher
First Mesa Elementary School
390 Main Street Polacca, AZ 86042
01.2011 - 01.2013
Long Term substitute 4th grade (2011), Long term one to one assistant Essential Student Services (2012)
- Developed lesson plans to maintain curriculum continuity during teacher absences.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student learning needs effectively.
Teacher Assistant
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School
Post Office Box 48 Hotevilla, AZ 86030
01.2010 - 01.2011
6th-8th Grade Teacher Assistant
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to student needs.
- Supported classroom management by fostering positive student behavior and engagement during activities.
Paraprofessional
Hopi Day School
100 Hopi Day School Dr Kykotsmovi, Arizona 86039
01.2006 - 01.2010
6th grade teacher assistant
- Supported classroom activities, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Managed classroom behavior through consistent reinforcement of rules and expectations.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification - Elementary Teacher
Rio Salado College
2323 W. 14th St.Tempe, AZ 8528101-2013
No Degree - Vocal Performance
Arizona State University School of Music
1151 S Forest Ave, Tempe, AZ 8528101-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Nevada Las Vegas
University Of Nevada, Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland P01-1995
General Education - Transfer
Phoenix College
1202 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 8501301-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Performing arts integration
- Vocal performance
- Student engagement
- Community collaboration
Timeline
Teacher
Hopi Day School
01.2023 - Current
Teacher
Moencopi Day School
01.2013 - 01.2023
Substitute Teacher
First Mesa Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2013
Teacher Assistant
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School
01.2010 - 01.2011
Paraprofessional
Hopi Day School
01.2006 - 01.2010
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification - Elementary Teacher
Rio Salado College
No Degree - Vocal Performance
Arizona State University School of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Nevada Las Vegas
General Education - Transfer
Phoenix College
Leadership & Service
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School, Board Member, 2005, 2009