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Pakesha Harley

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher with over 11 years of experience in providing tailored educational support to students with diverse learning needs. Proven track record of improving student outcomes through individualized instruction, effective classroom management, and innovative use of technology. Recognized twice as a High Impact Educator for exceptional contributions to student growth and achievement. Adept at fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESE Reading Teacher

Forest Hill High School
West Palm Beach, USA
08.2008 - 11.2020
  • Instructed 9th-12th grade language arts classes with class sizes ranging from 18-25 students, focusing on developing reading skills for students with specific learning disabilities
  • Collaborated with parents and special education team to develop student IEPs
  • Implemented an evidence-based reading program (Reading Plus) that increased fluency and reading comprehension in over 75% of students
  • Communicated openly with parents and guardians about student successes, concerns, and needs.
  • Modeled socially acceptable behavior, leveraging knowledge of behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
  • Assessed student progress through the utilization of informal and formal assessments that measured phonics, phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, and writing mechanics.
  • Taught reading strategies that improved students' reading test scores, resulting in a year or more of learning gains for 15% of students in the lowest 25%.
  • Developed and adapted lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students with varying learning abilities and challenges.
  • Tutored grades 9-12 three times per week after school in preparation for state-mandated standardized assessment.
  • Consulted and collaborated with staff around student learning styles, differentiated instruction, and curricula modifications.

ESE Support Facilitator

Forest Hill High School
West Palm Beach, USA
08.2012 - 06.2019
  • Supported 9th-12th grade students with learning disabilities by providing targeted instructional support in general education classroom settings.
  • Assisted teachers in modifying and adapting curriculum materials to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
  • Monitored and assessed student progress, collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Conducted small group and one-on-one interventions to reinforce key concepts and improve student performance.
  • Provided ongoing professional development to colleagues on best practices for inclusive education and differentiation strategies.
  • Encouraged students to hone personal development skills, teaching goals, independence, and self-advocacy.

Education

Master of Science - General Counseling Studies

Palm Beach Atlantic University
West Palm Beach, FL
12.2012

Skills

  • Individualized Education Plan (IEPs)
  • Progress Evaluations
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Reading and Literacy Development
  • Technology Integration
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Standardized Testing
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Special Education
  • Tutoring
  • Language Arts
  • Case Management
  • Parent Communication
  • Literacy Strategies

Certification

  • K-12 Special Education Certification, Florida Department of Education, 08/01/20, 06/30/25
  • Reading Endorsed, Palm Beach County School District, 08/01/20, 06/30/25

Awards

  • High Impact Educator, Palm Beach County, Florida, 2014
  • High Impact Educator, Palm Beach County, Florida, 2017

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

ESE Support Facilitator

Forest Hill High School
08.2012 - 06.2019

ESE Reading Teacher

Forest Hill High School
08.2008 - 11.2020

Master of Science - General Counseling Studies

Palm Beach Atlantic University

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