Tyonna Leslie
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator and Mentor skilled in nurturing young minds and guiding fellow educators. Committed to fostering a vibrant, engaging learning environment where every child feels valued. Known for dynamic, hands-on, play-centered instruction that sparks curiosity and growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
Baltimore, MD
08.2016 - Current
- Serve as the Pre-Kindergarten team leader, in which I facilitate weekly meetings and fulfill any leadership expectations.
- Member of the Instructional Leadership Team, where I analyze academic data and plan to implement strategies for improvement.
- Member of the school Culture and Climate team to plan and implement the school-wide behavior management system.
- Designs lesson plans enhancing literacy and critical thinking for young learners.
- Lead support for MSDE Accreditation for Prekindergarten.
- Leads professional development on inclusive teaching strategies and behavior management.
- Adapts curriculum for diverse student needs, ensuring equitable learning access.
- Collaborates on IEPs with special education staff for tailored student progress.
- Mentors new teachers, improving instructional quality and classroom management.
- Pioneer technology integration in curriculum, revolutionizing classroom engagement.
Summer School Program Director
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
Baltimore, MD
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Directed the summer learning program, overseeing logistics, curriculum, and student behavior management for over 100 elementary and middle school students.
- Coordinated with teachers, enrichment instructors, and support staff to ensure seamless transitions and high-quality instruction.
- Established communication protocols with parents through Dojo and other tools, ensuring timely updates and feedback on student progress and program activities.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with school administrators, teachers and parents to ensure successful program implementation.
- Organized and planned weekly field trips and PBIS incentive events.
Middle Grades Teacher
Bryn Mawr School
Baltimore, MD
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Taught core subjects to middle school students, emphasizing differentiated instruction, academic growth, and personal responsibility.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate, rigorous curriculum focused on critical thinking, collaboration, and analytical skills.
- Participated in professional development to improve instructional methods and ensure alignment with Bryn Mawr's academic standards.
Literacy Instructor
Springboard Education in America
Baltimore, MD
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Coached struggling readers on phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Conducted individual and group assessments to identify student needs, monitor progress, and guide instruction.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement for meeting goals or demonstrating improvement.
Corps Member
Teach For America
Baltimore, Maryland
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans and implemented differentiated strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners in an under-resourced school setting.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment; collaborated with school staff, families, and community members to support student success and address school-wide initiatives.
- Engaged in TFA's ongoing professional development, receiving training in culturally responsive pedagogy, classroom management, and leadership, contributing to increased instructional effectiveness.
Assistant Teacher, VPK
Precious Little Royal Angels Daycare
Tallahassee, FL
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Supported VPK students with literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development through play-based instruction.
- Assisted in student assessments and collaborated with lead teachers on lesson planning and classroom management.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom, ensuring materials were accessible and engaging.
- Conducted regular sanitizing of toys, surfaces, and other high-contact areas.
Education
Master of Science - Education- Early Childhood
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD05.2019
Bachelor’s in Psychology -
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL04.2016
Skills
- Early Literacy & Language Development
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Program Coordination & Leadership
- Family & Community Engagement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
Certification
MSDE Teaching Certificate SPC I - 07/01/18- 06/30/23
Timeline
Summer School Program Director
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
06.2024 - 08.2024
Literacy Instructor
Springboard Education in America
06.2019 - 08.2019
Middle Grades Teacher
Bryn Mawr School
08.2017 - 06.2020
Lead Teacher
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
08.2016 - Current
Corps Member
Teach For America
07.2016 - 08.2016
Assistant Teacher, VPK
Precious Little Royal Angels Daycare
08.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Education- Early Childhood
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor’s in Psychology -
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
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