Lesley Appleton
1074 Treasure Lake DuBois,PA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education or Elementary Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Support Teacher - Grades 9-12
Clearfield Area School District
12.2017 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and methods tailored to individual student needs.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication.
- Co-Taught and communicated with regular education teachers.
Learning Support Teacher - Grades K-5
Edmond Public Schools
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress using formative assessments and adjusted instructional strategies as needed for optimal growth.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Classroom Teacher - Grade 2
DuBois Area School District - Wasson Elementary
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Learning Support Teacher
DuBois Area School District - Jeff Tech
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Assisted Learning Support students with content from their vocational classrooms
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Teacher - Inclusion, Classroom, and Resource Room
Leominster Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2011
- Inclusion Classroom for Grade 1 and 2: Taught regular curriculum and was also the Special Education teacher for 6 students per year who were included in the classroom. Completed IEPs and made modifications to assignments
- Classroom Teacher Grade 3: Taught regular curriculum, collaborated with special education teachers and Title 1 teachers
- Resource Room Teacher Grades K-2: Administered Academic testing and wrote special education reports, wrote IEPS and conducted IEP meetings, provided specialized small group and 1:1 instruction in reading and math
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA07.2002
Master of Arts - Early Childhood And Special Education
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA05.2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Documentation
- Progress Monitoring
- Individual Instruction
- Individualized Education Plans
- Inclusive Practices
- Collaborative Teaching
- Motivating students
- Instructional Strategies
- Assessment administration
References
Eric Scaife - Vice Principal Clearfield Jr/Sr High School
Myles Caragein - Math Teacher Clearfield Jr/Sr High School
Michael Knepp - Social Studies Teacher Clearfield Jr/Sr High School
Timeline
Learning Support Teacher - Grades 9-12
Clearfield Area School District
12.2017 - Current
Learning Support Teacher - Grades K-5
Edmond Public Schools
02.2017 - 12.2017
Classroom Teacher - Grade 2
DuBois Area School District - Wasson Elementary
06.2014 - 08.2016
Learning Support Teacher
DuBois Area School District - Jeff Tech
08.2012 - 06.2014
Teacher - Inclusion, Classroom, and Resource Room
Leominster Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Master of Arts - Early Childhood And Special Education
Mercyhurst University
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