Diana Leichliter
Trafford
Summary
Experienced Life Skills Support Teacher with a proven track record at Pittsburgh Public School District, adept at creating impactful IEPs and fostering positive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management and crisis prevention, I successfully mentored new educators and worked with the leadership team to plan and present professional development to the building staff.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Pittsburgh Public School District
04.2004 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Administered the Pennsylvania Alternative System of Assessment, and used student results to plan effective instruction based on targets for instruction and assessment aligned to the PA Core Standards
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Integrated social skills training into the curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Organized and facilitated building-wide professional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education/Elementary Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA12-2003
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Social skills development
- Data management
- Life skills instruction
- Crisis prevention and intervention (Safety Care)
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Organize and facilitate professional development
- Autism spectrum
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Pittsburgh Public School District
04.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education/Elementary Education
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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