Dawn Robinson

Curriculum and program development professional with 7+ years of progressive experience in education, instructional leadership, special education, and program administration. Experienced in designing and implementing individualized and standards-aligned curriculum, developing educational programs, creating assessments, analyzing learner performance data, and translating identified needs into effective instructional solutions. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, train and support staff, coordinate complex initiatives, and collaborate with educators, families, districts, and community partners.

Brings a strong combination of classroom expertise, special education knowledge, program management, and site-level leadership to the development of accessible, engaging, and outcome-driven learning experiences.

Site Administrator | Program & Instructional Leadership at LEARN Academy, Victorville (2025-05 – Present)

Lead implementation and continuous improvement of academic, behavioral, and special education programming for a certified Nonpublic School serving K–12 students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.

• Coordinate instructional programming, staffing, schedules, resources, student services, and compliance requirements to support effective program delivery and alignment with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, school districts, families, and multidisciplinary teams to identify student needs, align instructional supports, monitor progress, and improve educational outcomes.
• Guide educators and support staff in implementing evidence-based instructional practices, behavioral interventions, accommodations, and individualized learning supports.
• Facilitate staff development, coaching, onboarding, and ongoing instructional support to strengthen consistency and quality across classrooms and programs.
• Analyze academic, behavioral, attendance, and program data to identify trends, address implementation gaps, and guide continuous improvement.

Lead Special Education Teacher at LEARN Academy, Fresno (2023-07 – 2025-05)

Designed, adapted, and implemented individualized and standards-aligned curriculum for K–12 students with mild to moderate disabilities across academic and functional learning domains.

• Developed IEPs, measurable learning goals, instructional plans, accommodations, modifications, and progress-monitoring systems based on assessment data and identified student needs.
• Designed instructional units, learning activities, assessments, and differentiated resources to improve accessibility and engagement for students with diverse learning profiles.
• Collaborated with psychologists, therapists, specialists, teachers, administrators, families, and district representatives to translate evaluation results and learner needs into comprehensive instructional programming.
• Collected and analyzed academic, behavioral, and progress-monitoring data to evaluate instructional effectiveness and modify curriculum and interventions when needed.
• Led and mentored instructional support staff, providing coaching on lesson implementation, accommodations, behavioral strategies, data collection, and student support.

Co-Teacher & Substitute Teacher at Bright Futures Academy, Riverside (2021-06 – 2023-07)

• Facilitated K–12 instruction, including for students with special needs; adapted instructional materials, supported behavior programming, and collaborated with teachers and administrators to maintain continuity of learning.

Lead Teacher at Sylvan Learning Center, Corona (2020-01 – 2021-05)

• Administered and interpreted academic assessments to identify skill gaps and support individualized instructional planning for K–12 learners.
• Delivered targeted reading, writing, mathematics, and academic-readiness instruction using data-informed learning strategies and communicated progress with families and educators.

Substitute Teacher at Charter Substitute Teacher Network, Los Angeles (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Delivered instruction across K–12 settings, adapted materials for diverse learners, integrated educational technology, and collaborated with school teams and families.

Substitute Teacher at Central Unified School District, Fresno (2018-01 – 2018-12)

• Delivered instruction across K–12 settings, adapted materials for diverse learners, integrated educational technology, and collaborated with school teams and families.

Gymnastics Coach & Event Coordinator at Gymnastics Beat Inc., Fresno (2016-01 – 2018-12)

Dance Instructor & Customer Service Representative at California Arts Academy, Fresno (2013-01 – 2016-12)

• Developed age-appropriate lesson plans, skill-development activities, choreography, and inclusive learning experiences while supporting program operations and family communication.

Master of Education in Special Education – Pacific Oaks College (2024)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – California State University, Fresno (2017)