Tanisha De La Espada
West Orange,NJ
Summary
An experienced educator transitioning into school leadership, proficient in leadership, communication, and collaborative problem-solving. Integrates data-driven methods to introduce innovative teaching techniques, promoting inclusivity and equity. With over 20 years of expertise in education, specializing in early childhood, ESL, and special education, excels in curriculum development and mentoring. Combining traditional and contemporary approaches, that empower students while ensuring instructional quality and effectively supporting staff.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
Newark Public Schools
Newark, NJ
09.2020 - Current
- Achieved a 30% increase in student proficiency in English through engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Promoted critical thinking skills, leading to a 35% rise in subject engagement and interaction.
- Encouraged student participation by 60% through interactive activities such as debates and group projects.
- Mentored and supported 10 novice teachers, resulting in a 40% improvement in their instructional effectiveness.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum, utilizing online resources and language-learning apps to enhance digital literacy skills by 50%.
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
Irvington, NJ
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of neurodiverse students, resulting in average increase of 15% in student
academic performance. - Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies, leading to 20% improvement in student engagement and understanding.
- Created and managed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for 25 students, aligning learning objectives with educational strategies, resulting
in 30% increase in student goal attainment. - Provided coaching and training to teachers and paraprofessionals, leading to 35% improvement in their ability to support students' academic progress
and behavior effectively.
Special Education Teacher
Canyon School District
Sandy, UT
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities, resulting in 20% improvement in their subject proficiency levels.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students, employing various instructional techniques and technologies, leading to 15%
increase in student engagement and understanding. - Worked with students with moderate to severe autism, successfully enhancing their life skills by 25% through targeted interventions and individualized instruction.
- Promoted memory, cognition, and language development in students through hands-on activities and personalized instruction, resulting in 30%
improvement in their overall cognitive abilities.
Elementary Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
Irvington, NJ
09.2004 - 06.2017
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences, resulting in 25% improvement in student comprehension and retention.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading, and listening, resulting in average of 85% student participation and
engagement. - Created, collected, and recorded data on student progress, implementing 10 unique data analysis techniques to determine next steps for student success.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to educational staff, leading to 30% increase in their overall effectiveness and job satisfaction.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
William Paterson University
Wayne05-2024
Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJMaster of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Science - Biology
Bloomfield College
Bloomfield, NJSkills
- Instructional Leadership
- Special Education
- ESL and Bilingual Education
- Curriculum Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- School Culture
- School Community Relations
- Staff Development
- Strategic Leadership
- Training and Mentoring
- Budget Administration
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- Currently applying for Standard in Supervisor
- Currently applying for CE in School Administration
- English as a Second Language, Grades K-12
- Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Grades K-12
- Elementary School Teacher of Grades K-6
- Teacher of Preschool through Grade 3
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Newark Public Schools
09.2020 - Current
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
01.2020 - 09.2021
Special Education Teacher
Canyon School District
08.2017 - 06.2019
Elementary Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
09.2004 - 06.2017
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
William Paterson University
Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language
Montclair State University
Master of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Bloomfield College
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