Lisa Leonardi
Rochester,NY
Summary
Distinguished educator with a robust background in both general and special education, notably with Churchville Chili Central School District and BOCES 2. Excelled in curriculum development and classroom management, enhancing student engagement and literacy. Proven expertise in IEP planning and instructional best practices, achieving significant improvements in student learning outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Churchville Chili Central School District
Rochester, NY
09.1993 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on assessment and assignment records.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Special Education Teacher
BOCES 2 and Churchville Chili CSD
Rochester, NY
07.2006 - 08.2024
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified curriculum for students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers from across academic departments to develop instructional strategies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Education
Master Of Advanced Study - Special Education
Nazareth College of Rochester
05.1993
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology And Elementary Education
St. John Fisher University
Rochester, NY05.1991
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Instructional Best Practices
- Curriculum Development
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Positive connections with students, families, and colleagues
- IEP planning
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
BOCES 2 and Churchville Chili CSD
07.2006 - 08.2024
Teacher
Churchville Chili Central School District
09.1993 - Current
Master Of Advanced Study - Special Education
Nazareth College of Rochester
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology And Elementary Education
St. John Fisher University
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