Daniela Fleisman

Design and deliver professional development and coaching sessions, enhancing staff expertise in special education, classroom routines, and literacy best practices, among other needs. Conduct classroom observations to identify learning obstacles, collaborate with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies, and develop curricula accordingly. Maintain ongoing communication with parents, fostering collaborative partnerships to maximize student success.

Special Education Coordinator-Teacher - MARJCC - North Miami, FL

(2023-01)

• Design and deliver professional development and coaching sessions, enhancing staff expertise in special education, classroom routines, and literacy best practices, among other needs.
• Conduct classroom observations to identify learning obstacles, collaborate with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies, and develop curricula accordingly.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents, fostering collaborative partnerships to maximize student success.
• Connect families with essential resources, including therapeutic services and scholarship opportunities to support student development.
• Individualized instruction and support to address students' diverse academic, emotional, and social needs.

Assistant Director - Temple Beth Moshe - North Miami, FL

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Supervised and mentored a team of 15 teachers on lesson planning, curriculum development, inclusive practices, and social-emotional tools to work with students.
• Managed and coordinated school and summer programs, ensuring smooth operations and enriching student experiences.
• Oversaw the VPK program, maintaining compliance and promoting high-quality early childhood education.
• Developed and led professional development initiatives to enhance teaching skills and program effectiveness.
• Served as the primary liaison between teachers and parents, mediating challenges and facilitating productive communication.

Special Education Teacher and case manager at two Title 1 high schools - NYC Department of Education - A. Philip Randolph High School, Harlem, NY and High School for Arts & Business, Queens, NY

(2015-01 - 2021-12)

• Adapted and differentiated instructional materials to improve accessibility for ESL and SPED students in Mathematics and language arts.
• Managed a caseload of students, developing and implementing IEPs, setting SMART goals, and monitoring their progress throughout the years.
• Provided individualized support to students on my caseload, focusing on their social-emotional development, academics, life, and job skills. Cultivating a relationship of trust and open communication.
• Maintained regular communication with parents, providing updates on student progress and addressing individual needs.
• Provided Spanish translation and interpretation for parent-teacher meetings and school documentation.
• Contributed to school-wide curriculum development and data analysis as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team.
• Improved mathematics state exam scores for SPED and LEP students through targeted instructional strategies.
• Provided tutoring sessions during Saturday school.
• Developed and curated digital instructional lessons and materials for remote learning during the pandemic, in addition to tutoring remotely.
• Participated in School Implementation Team (SIT) meetings, collaborating to ensure students' needs were met within the general education setting.
• Communicated findings and recommendations to colleagues to improve student support and inclusion.

Teacher Assistant, Preschool and first grade - Radio Production Teacher in middle school - Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus/Hochberg Preparatory School - Miami, FL

(2005-01 - 2009-12)

• Collaborated with co-teachers in lesson planning and delivery for preschool and first-grade classes.
• Provided daily updates to parents on student progress and addressed any concerns.
• Developed and delivered lessons on radio history and guided students in producing school news and radio programs.
• Taught Kindergarten Hebrew School (2007-2008).

Intern to Account Executive - Cohn & Wolfe and Havas PR & Havas Conexiones - New York, NY

(2011-01 - 2014-12)

• Authored, edited, and translated press releases, pitches, and other communication materials.
• Delivered presentations to prospective and existing clients.
• Managed event logistics, including venue scouting and vendor coordination.
• Created and managed content for client social media platforms.
• Produced, shot, and edited videos for the company's YouTube channel.

Master of Science - Special Education with Bilingual Extension (7-12) - City College, School of Education (2017-09)

Master of Arts - Corporate Communications - Baruch College (2013-08)

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications, Minor in Photography - Florida International University (2008-12)