JULIA CLEVELAND
Northridge
Summary
Skilled Education Specialist with nine years experience identifying children's individual and collective learning needs. Comprehensive knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Positive Behavior Support systems. Highly intuitive in assessing individual student behavior and tailoring lesson plans and activities to engage and develop each student’s abilities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Specialist
Quincy Jones Elementary
2018 - Current
- Taught AUT CORE class TK-2nd
- Maintained various communication systems including visuals and AAC devices to engage all students in learning activities
- Planned and supported school wide events such as Fall Festival, Movie Night and STEAM Day
Educational Specialist
Plummer Elementary
01.2015 - 2018
- Taught SDC class grades 4th, 5th, and 6th
- Taught AUT Core class grades TK-2nd
- Designed and implemented lesson plans and activities for classes with multiple learning styles and abilities.
- Engaged in regular dialogue with parents, administrators, and various service providers to ensure student success inside and outside the classroom
Educational Specialist
Chandler Learning Academy
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Taught EE class grades K-1st
- Integrated digital technology into the classroom with age and ability appropriate learning tools using SMART board technology and other touch screen devices.
- Collaborated with families to promote student success at home and school
Education
Teaching Credential - Education
University of California Los Angeles
01-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Colorado, Boulder
01-2006
Skills
- Learning strategies
- Individualized planning
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- Mastery Grading and Learning Certification (LAUSD)
- LETRS training to enhance and support phonemic awareness skills in early grades
- Raised funds to purchase books with high interest and low Lexile for the classroom to increase student confidence and independent reading skills
- Successfully implemented six Donor’s Choose projects
- Items included, iPads, touch screen computers, sensory integration and materials to support students at home during COVID-19
Timeline
Educational Specialist
Plummer Elementary
01.2015 - 2018
Educational Specialist
Chandler Learning Academy
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
University of Colorado, Boulder
Educational Specialist
Quincy Jones Elementary
2018 - Current
Teaching Credential - Education
University of California Los Angeles