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