Leslie S. Mason, M.Ed.
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Credentials
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
USF Corporate Training and Professional EducationOct, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Mason Educational Consulting Services
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United States
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Professional Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder
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Oct 2021 - Present
MECS is a Premier Educational Firm offering a Full Continuum of Training and Development Services. Our mission is to help individuals, organizations and companies with the following things: - attracting, leveraging and retaining a diverse workforce - creating an inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility - identifying individual strengths for career growth and career pivots - advocating for accessibility in school and the workplace Because we are passionate about individualization, we conduct multi-factor data analysis with each client, to create a plan that meets company and individual goals. Show less
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NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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NASA Astrophysics IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) Practitioner Panel
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Jan 2023 - Present
Helping to create cultural shifts towards more inclusive environments in STEM. Evaluating IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) plans submitted as part of scientific proposals with NASA. Helping to create cultural shifts towards more inclusive environments in STEM. Evaluating IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) plans submitted as part of scientific proposals with NASA.
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Fulton County Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructional Support Leader
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Jan 2023 - Present
Serve as special education instructional and compliance leader for teachers and school based administration Create and facilitate monthly multi-media training sessions for adult learners to improve performance and achieve overall department and county goals. Collaborate with school data professionals to maximize allowable state funding Monitor, coach, and support teachers and paraprofessionals on best instructional, research driven practices, resulting in measurable student growth Implement data based decision making process to determine necessary supports for individuals facing barriers to achievement Develop and implement department routines and procedures to ensure timely and effective meetings with desired outcomes Provide input on annual evaluations for staff members while offering training and ongoing coaching Facilitate contentious meetings to bring about consensus among team members Cultivate strong relationships among stakeholders Facilitate staff meetings to convey policy changes and updates as directives evolved. Show less
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I’m Just Me Movement
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Winchester, Virginia
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Board President
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Sep 2018 - Present
Recruited to serve on the governing board for I'm Just Me Movement, serving Northern Virginia Provide oversight for the distribution of nonprofit monies to causes, families and organizations Interview candidates for potential board membership Plan organizational and fund raising events Actively engage and utilize knowledge of government programming and community outreach to assist with strategic planning Recruited to serve on the governing board for I'm Just Me Movement, serving Northern Virginia Provide oversight for the distribution of nonprofit monies to causes, families and organizations Interview candidates for potential board membership Plan organizational and fund raising events Actively engage and utilize knowledge of government programming and community outreach to assist with strategic planning
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Fulton Academy of Science and Technology
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Student Services
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Jul 2020 - Jan 2023
Established and formalized internal and external processes for five departments (SPED, MTSS, TAG, ESOL, Counseling) improving overall instructional effectiveness, resulting in increased scores, improved community relations and increased funding. Developed high-level presentations and materials to train employees and leadership team on state and federal compliance requirements; instructional practices and intervention strategies to increase professional capacity and overall effectiveness on student learning Managed portions of SIS database, including in-house troubleshooting, report generation and documentation. Provided fiscal oversight for contract staff and department budgets. Show less
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Rumie
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Canada
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Learning Designer
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May 2021 - Apr 2022
Created micro-learning courses for adults that focus on building transferable career and life skills. Edited courses for clarity and accessibility for a wide and diverse audience Created micro-learning courses for adults that focus on building transferable career and life skills. Edited courses for clarity and accessibility for a wide and diverse audience
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Loudoun County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Coordinator, Education Services
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Dec 2016 - Jul 2020
Provided training and support to district leaders to meet the needs of diverse learnersAnalyzed behavioral and academic data to discover district wide trends as well as school specific trends to develop an action plan for intervention at Tiered levels.Collaborated with the Office of Pupil Services to deliver professional development to school social workers, counselors and psychologist on available community resources for stakeholders Collaborated with school based general teachers to develop short and long term plans to improve classroom culture, inclusiveness and opportunity.Coordinated and monitored community services for youth and families in order to increase the number of students who can safely remain in their home school and home community without the need for more restrictive placement.Drafted, Edited and Finalized Guidance Handbook for future Loudoun County CSA Coordinators upon exiting position. Show less
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Department Chair
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Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
Provided leadership in developing department goals as it pertained to school and district initiativesDeveloped and facilitated year long team teaching seminar for general and special educatorsPrepared the agenda and guided discussions during monthly department meetingsServed as the liaison for elementary and high school special education contacts for transitionsSupported school based teams to develop strategies for project based and personalized learningParticipated in interview sessions and made recommendations for new hires Created department events for parent and community outreachAssigned paraprofessional staff to classrooms and students Served as an administrator/designee for IEP meetings Show less
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Learning Specialist
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Aug 2011 - Jun 2015
Facilitated bi-weekly clinical meetings to collaborate with school administrators, central office supervisors, social workers, school psychologist and educational diagnosticians to evaluate current supports for students and families.Managed a caseload of 10-15 students with various disabilities by developing, implementing and updating individualized educational plans, functional behavioral analysis, behavioral intervention plans and conducting classroom observations.Provided consultative services to core classroom teachers by conducting observations and providing feedback on classroom management and instruction.Developed social/emotional curriculum for students with emotional disabilities to assist them with improving coping skills, and social interactions.Provided recovery accommodations to stabilize students who were having difficulty in the academic setting. Show less
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Winchester Public Schools
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Winchester, Virginia
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Strategic/Action Planning Committee
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Feb 2015 - Apr 2015
Developed an action plan to be implemented by Winchester Public School division to promote an environment of respect, trust and integrity amongst students, staff and the community. Developed an action plan to be implemented by Winchester Public School division to promote an environment of respect, trust and integrity amongst students, staff and the community.
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Timbrook House
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Winchester, Virginia, United States
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Program Instructor
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Oct 2010 - Jan 2015
Provided behavioral counseling to students who were ordered to attend the program in lieu of juvenile detention. Collaborated with Winchester Public School officials to provide wrap-around supports and promote graduation goals for students. Collaborated with Winchester City Police Department to promote good behavior, choices, consequences and citizenship among adolescents. Provided behavioral counseling to students who were ordered to attend the program in lieu of juvenile detention. Collaborated with Winchester Public School officials to provide wrap-around supports and promote graduation goals for students. Collaborated with Winchester City Police Department to promote good behavior, choices, consequences and citizenship among adolescents.
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Northern Virginia Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer Director
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Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
SySTEMic Solutions Robotic Camp. Level VEX1, NXT, VEX 1.5, VEX IQ Site Administrator and point of contact Conducted Instructional Rounds to evaluate teachers, classroom management and academic rigor. Supervised weekly competitions attended by parents and school personnel Collaborated with Program Coordinator to collect camp fees, finalize enrollment and relay student information to teachers. SySTEMic Solutions Robotic Camp. Level VEX1, NXT, VEX 1.5, VEX IQ Site Administrator and point of contact Conducted Instructional Rounds to evaluate teachers, classroom management and academic rigor. Supervised weekly competitions attended by parents and school personnel Collaborated with Program Coordinator to collect camp fees, finalize enrollment and relay student information to teachers.
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Frederick County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Special Educator
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Aug 2007 - Jun 2011
Assessed student achievement and areas of need Maintained assessment and evaluation documentation for reporting purposes Planned and implemented appropriate learning activities, experiences to maximize student learning Developed activities that incorporate multi-media and computer technology Managed classroom culture to ensure a productive learning environment Collaborated with other professionals for instructional activities Managed caseload of 15+ students with various educational abilities and disabilities Facilitated Individualized Educational Plan meetings Delivered in-service training on the Working Memory Show less
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Providence Service Corporation
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Therapeutic Treatment Counselor
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Oct 2006 - Aug 2007
Provided 1:1 counseling to students who required mental health and behavioral services Assisted teachers with improving their classroom management and implementing behavior plans and reward systems Provided family counseling and parental education Provided 1:1 counseling to students who required mental health and behavioral services Assisted teachers with improving their classroom management and implementing behavior plans and reward systems Provided family counseling and parental education
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Grafton Integrated Health Network
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Residential Instructor
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Apr 1998 - Oct 2006
Children's Services- Planned and Developed instruction to improve self-care, recreation, household care, communication, community awareness and social skills Provided on-going assessment of skills through data analysis Maintained safety and wellness of clients by distributing medications, following OSHA practice and preparing nutritious meals. Developed and implemented individual service plans in regards to client needs, strengths, weaknesses and accommodations. Assisted with household purchases and transportation Adult Services- Provided for the health and safety of adults with developmental disabilities in a community based program Documented developmental concerns or changes Collaborated with team members and families to decrease behaviors Implemented treatment and program plans Show less
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Education
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The George Washington University
Post Masters Certificate, Educational Leadership and Administration -
George Mason University
Master of Education - MEd -
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English -
Lord Fairfax Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Liberal Arts -
John Handley High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
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