Leslie Landeen
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Versatile and dedicated professional 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
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Tucson Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction in Math and Language Arts to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Developed Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Partnered with general education teachers from across academic departments.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Respite Care Provider
United Cerebral Palsy Of Southern Arizona
Tucson, AZ
06.2012 - 05.2019
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Tucson Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
03.2004 - 05.2019
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior and redirected students using Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS).
- Supervised students and developed meaningful relationships with students through student field trips and Community Based Instruction.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
- Assisted students with activities of daily living including toileting, grooming, and oral hygiene care.
Education
Certification Mild-Moderate Disabilities - Special Education
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.1992
Skills
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Material Selection
- Student Records Management
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Collaborative Team Work
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Relationship Management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Tucson Unified School District
07.2019 - 05.2022
Respite Care Provider
United Cerebral Palsy Of Southern Arizona
06.2012 - 05.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Tucson Unified School District
03.2004 - 05.2019
Certification Mild-Moderate Disabilities - Special Education
Pima Community College
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology
Northern Arizona University
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