Leigha Phelan
Indianapolis
Summary
Dedicated ELA teacher skilled in adaptive teaching, project-based learning, and effective classroom management. Committed to fostering student engagement and critical thinking through collaborative learning and tailored literacy strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade ELA Teacher / 6th Grade ELA Teacher
The PATH School of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Integrated technology into lessons to foster interactive learning experiences
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of literary concepts
- Facilitated small group discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration among students
- Provided individualized support to students, addressing diverse learning needs and styles.
- Worked closely with a high multilingual student population, which included administering the state WIDA assessment.
Family Support Specialist
Firefly Children & Family Alliance
Indianapolis, IN
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve family dynamics and child well-being outcomes.
- Assessed family needs and developed tailored intervention strategies for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate resources and services for families.
- Facilitated family engagement in service planning and delivery to enhance support systems.
Lead Infant/Toddler Specialist
Honey Grove Educational Center
Bargersville, IN
08.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed individualized learning plans to enhance cognitive and motor skills in infants and toddlers.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that fostered social interaction and emotional growth among children.
- Collaborated with families to create supportive early childhood environments tailored to developmental needs.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in infant-toddler care and development strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies / Sociology
Indiana University
IN05-2025
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN01-2019
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Literacy strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Classroom management
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Adaptive teaching
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Teacher / 6th Grade ELA Teacher
The PATH School of Indianapolis
07.2025 - Current
Family Support Specialist
Firefly Children & Family Alliance
11.2022 - 04.2025
Lead Infant/Toddler Specialist
Honey Grove Educational Center
08.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies / Sociology
Indiana University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Ivy Tech Community College