Lesley Whelan
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
I excel in identifying learning disabilities and crafting individualized education plans, blending special education expertise with collaborative problem-solving. Achievements include streamlining assessment processes and fostering inclusive environments, significantly enhancing student success rates through targeted interventions and curriculum adaptations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician Intern
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Improved student success rates by identifying specific learning challenges and creating targeted intervention strategies.
- Deployed various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive assessments for students with diverse needs.
- Streamlined the evaluation process, reducing time taken to identify and address student needs.
Special Education Teacher
UNM Children's Psychiatric Hospital
02.1997 - 01.2025
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
UNM Hospital Child Life
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with parents and specialists to create comprehensive support networks for students.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments for students with varying abilities.
- Adapted curriculum materials to meet unique needs of special education students.
Education
G-CERT - Educational Diagnostician
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM07-2025
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-1995
Skills
- Assessment interpretation
- Special education expertise
- Early intervention strategies
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Trauma-informed practices
- Behavior management techniques
- Curriculum adaptation
- Psychoeducational assessment
- Learning disabilities identification
- IEP development
Certification
- Level 3 Professional K-12 Special Education Teaching License #253674
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician Intern
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
UNM Hospital Child Life
08.2021 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
UNM Children's Psychiatric Hospital
02.1997 - 01.2025
- Level 3 Professional K-12 Special Education Teaching License #253674
G-CERT - Educational Diagnostician
University of New Mexico
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico
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