Leilani C. Email & Phone Number

Upper Marlboro, Maryland

ESOL Elementary

Washington D.C. Metro Area

At the tender age of twelve, Leilani traveled to different parts of the country motivating others with a speech she wrote honoring Dr. Martin Luther King. She has spent her life encouraging and serving others while educating today's youth. Now, returning to her first love, Leilani is available to once again motivate those faced with the changing times using her experiences of overcoming Domestic Violence, parenting a child with Autism, Stepping out on Faith, and Innovating the Classroom with the Essence of Education.

Montgomery County, Maryland

Maryland

Wilkes University

Maintains a pastoral presence in collaboration with Perspective Church and the University Campus Interfaith Ministry Team. Accomplished through availability, weekly services, community service opportunities, special programs, spirituality forums, attendance at University events, and a life style of witness to the Gospel. While key to supporting the Christian identity, also provides an inviting presence to persons of all faiths.

• Returned to the classroom in substitute teaching role after creating a cyber-school learning community for local non-profit organization.• Fulfill substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-6) and diverse cultural backgrounds.• Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students.• Consistently praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district’s most in-demand substitutes. Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment’s notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused.• Voluntarily stepped in to provide coverage during prep periods.• Incorporated technology into students’ learning activities for varied academic disciplines.

Pittston, Pennsylvania

• Created Learning Community of Cyber School students grades K through 12th grade.• Managed team of Learning Coaches to assist student programs.• Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.• Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as demonstrations, learning styles, manipulatives and individualized programming.• Utilized differentiated instruction to instruct students on varied skill levels and with learning, physical, and behavioral disabilities.• Actively participated and reviewed IEPs• Solicited and implemented a free lunch and dinner program for cyber learning community students• Also directed the early learning and preschool program according to state guidelines and Pennsylvania KEYS standards.

• Instructed 25 students in Kindergarten curriculum.• Assisted new English Learner from China in core areas and socialization. Student went from marginal to excelling in all areas.• Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.• Identified early signs of emotional, developmental, and health problems in students and followed up with parents and appropriate school resources.• Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up to date on student’s academic performance.• Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators.

• Fulfill substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-6) and diverse cultural backgrounds.• Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students.• Consistently praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district’s most in-demand substitutes. Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment’s notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused.School Districts:Wyoming Valley West School DistrictWilkes Barre Area School DistrictDallas School DistrictLake Lehman School DistrictCrestwood School District

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

• Tutored students identified as “At Risk” for academic performance and behavior in public school after school program.• Instructed students in reading, math, spelling, phonics, and test- taking skills.• Prepared students for PSSA exams.• Effectively managed behaviors for optimal student performance.

Master Of Education - Med, Educational Developmental Strategies

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Elementary Education And Teaching

Early Childhood Education And Teaching

Real Estate License, Real Estate

Real Estate