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Leslie Baxley

Mauldin,SC

Summary

Passionate and experienced special education professional seeking a position supporting children with diverse learning and emotional needs. Committed to fostering inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning environments that promote student success and well-being.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher Multi Categorical K-2nd

Fountain Inn Elementary School
Fountain Inn, SC
08.2021 - Current
  • Teacher of the Year, 2024–2025
  • Developed and implemented IEP-driven instructional strategies for students with diverse cognitive and developmental needs.
  • Facilitated differentiated small-group interventions to enhance academic growth.
  • Facilitated emotional regulation and social skill development through implementation of structured routines.
  • Collaborate closely with general education teachers to implement accommodations and inclusive strategies

Adjunct, Summer Camp and Science PLUS Instructor

Roper Mountain Science Center
Greenville SC
09.2008 - Current
  • Developed and instructed engaging summer science camps for students in K4–3rd grade
  • Led hands-on science field trips at Roper Mountain for students across multiple grade levels, providing interactive, inquiry-based learning experiences
  • Developed and taught the Summer Science PLUS program for special education teachers, providing hands-on, standards-aligned instruction that supported academic growth and engagement

Special Education Teacher Emotional Disabilities

Westcliffe Elementary School
Greenville SC
03.2014 - 05.2021
  • Teacher of the Year, 2020–2021
  • Developed and delivered individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals, addressing both academic and behavioral need
  • Lead daily social-emotional learning (SEL) instruction
  • Collaborated with faculty and support staff to implement and monitor behavior intervention plans (BIPs)

Skills

  • Special Education Team Lead
  • Faculty Council Member
  • Garden Club Advisor
  • Principal and Assistant Interview Committee Member
  • First-Year Teacher Mentor
  • Student Teacher, Cooperating Teacher
  • Discovery Education Lead
  • GoNoodle Ambassador

Timeline

Special Education Teacher Multi Categorical K-2nd

Fountain Inn Elementary School
08.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher Emotional Disabilities

Westcliffe Elementary School
03.2014 - 05.2021

Adjunct, Summer Camp and Science PLUS Instructor

Roper Mountain Science Center
09.2008 - Current
Leslie Baxley