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Briana Heale

@brianaheale

I’m a trauma-informed educator who delivers differentiated instruction and tracks student progress to build inclusive classrooms.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an inclusive school team where I can use trauma-informed, differentiated instruction to strengthen student progress. I want classrooms that value clear routines, co-planning, and data-driven support through assessments and IEP-aligned strategies.

I’m currently a Second Grade Teacher at Alexander Central School, where I facilitate clear and consistent classroom management in a blended classroom and provide differentiated support to all students. I plan and implement differentiated lessons using a variety of instructional strategies, and I assess, record, and communicate student progress throughout the year.

Previously, as a First Grade Teacher at Letchworth Central School, I served as a “demo classroom” for district observation of ELA & math curriculum implementation. I also conducted a training seminar on online elements of curriculum for fellow teachers, while continuing to focus on differentiated instruction, classroom management, and student progress monitoring.

My background also includes special education leadership and inclusive practice through roles as an Elem Special Education Teacher, H.S. SpEd Teacher (long-term sub), and co-teaching positions that supported progress monitoring and input at IEP meetings. I bring a strong foundation in trauma and resilience in educational settings, plus certifications in Childhood Education (1-6), Students w/ Disabilities (1-6), and ESOL (K-12), supported by tutoring work that built literacy, math, and social/communication skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Second Grade Teacher

Current

Alexander Central School

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Served as a general education teacher in a blended classroom, including supporting a student transitioning from 12:1:1 to general education. Planned differentiated lessons, managed classroom routines, and assessed and communicated student progress throughout the year.

Classroom Management Lesson planning Assessments

First Grade Teacher

Letchworth Central School

Aug 2019 - Jun 2023 (3 years 10 months)

Taught first grade and served as a demo classroom for district observation of ELA and math curriculum implementation. Conducted a training seminar for fellow teachers on online elements of the curriculum and delivered differentiated instruction while monitoring and communicating student progress.

ELA And Math Curriculum Implementation Classroom Management Lesson planning Teacher Training

Special Education Teacher

Lyndonville Central School

Mar 2019 - Jun 2019 (3 months)

Co-taught with general education teachers across subjects and grades and supported implementation of differentiated instruction. Conducted progress monitoring and contributed input at IEP meetings while planning and delivering targeted lessons.

Progress Monitoring

Home Tutor

Lyndonville Central School District

Jan 2019 - Mar 2019 (2 months)

Provided home tutoring for a student unable to attend school for a quarter. Delivered Word Work, literacy, and mathematics support, and worked with a home-schooled student with autism on social/communication skills, community behavior, and life skills.

One On One Tutoring Word Work Autism Support Communication Skills

Long-Term SpEd Teacher

Lyndonville Central School District

Jan 2019 - Mar 2019 (2 months)

Completed a long-term substitute role co-teaching with general education teachers across biology, earth science, English, and grades 9–10. Differentiated instruction, monitored progress, supported writing IEPs, and taught two separate resource rooms for grades 7 and 8.

Long Term Substitution Progress Monitoring Resource Room Instruction

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Concordia University of Nebraska

Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Curriculum and Instruction

Activities and societies: GPA: 3.9. Specialization: Trauma and Resilience in Educational Settings.

Earned a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Trauma and Resilience in Educational Settings, graduating in July 2021.