ALIYAH M TINSLEY
Secane
Summary
Dynamic and mission-driven early childhood education professional with a strong blend of classroom and administrative expertise. Proficient in Trauma-Informed Care, Regulatory Compliance, and Special Education, with robust skills in Data Analysis and Program Implementation. Experienced in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to foster inclusive learning environments and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Belmont Behavioral Hospital
11.2025 - Current
- Assessed and addressed the behavioral and mental health challenges faced by all students during hospitalization.
- Complete weekly progress NOTES, grades and treatment plans for all students on current caseload
- Teach using PA standard align curriculum and research based intervention
- Facilitated open and professional communication among doctors, nurses, behavior technicians, and social workers.
- Establish and maintain positive behavior supports within the classroom and throughout the hospital
- Implemented procedures to safeguard medical records and uphold HIPAA compliance.
- Support speciation education case management for all students identified on current roster
- Lead, establish and develop PBIS systems to foster safe classroom environments
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Invo Healthcare Progressus Therapy
09.2022 - 01.2025
- CONTRACTED special education TEACHER FOR THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA.
- MANAGE A CASELOAD OF 6-10 CHILDREN.
- ADHERE TO HIPPA GUIDELINES FOR ALL LEGAL DOCUMENTS ( IEP, MEDICAL)
- BUILD A POSITIVE RAPPORT WITH STUDENTS, PARENTS AND THE COMMUNITY TO ENCOURAGE TRAUMA INFORMED CARE AND BEST PRACTICE
- PLAN AND IMPLEMENT LESSON PLANS USING COMMOM CORE PA STATE STANDARDS, INTERVENTION AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL / TRAUMA BASED CURRICULUM
- CONDUCT ANNUAL IEP MEETINGS
- Conduct progress monitoring biweekly
- COLLABORATE with GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHER FOR STUDENTS THAT PUSH IN TO THE GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM
Contract Specialist
Public Health Management Corporation
Philadelphia, PA, USA
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Strengthened educational programs through effective collaboration with mayor’s office of education, office of child development, early learning department, public health, Keystone STARS, and Philadelphia school district.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies to optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinated services and communication among 13 childcare centers to promote quality care and development.
- Performed comprehensive monthly audits at childcare centers to uphold fidelity to PHMC and Mayor's Office of Education contractual obligations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with childcare providers and community members.
- Work closely with quality support team members to offer Early Childhood Mental Health services, teacher mentorship, training, and business financial literacy
Lead Teacher
PA PRE- K Counts
Philadelphia, PA, USA
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Plans and implement Creative Curriculum, integrating PA Early Learning Standards ondand IEP goals
- Attend IEP meetings
- Conducted assessments of children's skills and progress utilizing Work Sampling online platform.
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn through play
- Communicate with parents through daily and weekly newsletters
- Record daily student observations
- Implement PBIS Social Emotional Curriculum
- Maintain compliance with Pa Pre-K Counts, DHS, and Keystone Stars
- Collaborate with the Delaware County school district to inform and assist caregivers on kindergarten readiness and transition.
- PBIS member and coach
Lead Teacher
PHL PRE- K
Philadelphia, PA, USA
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Plans and implement Creative Curriculum, integrating PA Early Learning Standards and IEP goals
- Assess children using the online assessment tool (Teaching Strategies Gold)
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn through play
- Communicate with parents through daily and weekly newsletters
- Record daily student observations
- Implement Conscious Discipline social emotional curriculum
- Maintain compliance with Mayor’s Office of Education, UAC, DHS, and Keystone Stars
- Collaborate with the Philadelphia School District and PHMC to inform and assist caregivers on kindergarten readiness and transition
Education
M.S - Early Childhood/ Special Education
Grand Canyon University
02-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Elementary Education
Neumann University
05-2012
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Compliance standards
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Belmont Behavioral Hospital
11.2025 - Current
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Invo Healthcare Progressus Therapy
09.2022 - 01.2025
Contract Specialist
Public Health Management Corporation
03.2020 - 01.2022
Lead Teacher
PA PRE- K Counts
09.2018 - 01.2020
Lead Teacher
PHL PRE- K
09.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Elementary Education
Neumann University
M.S - Early Childhood/ Special Education
Grand Canyon University