JULIA SANTANA
Redondo Beach
Summary
I’m a passionate and thoughtful educator who believes every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported in the classroom. Through my first-year teaching and my year-long residency, I’ve built strong relationships with students while learning how to connect educational theory to real classroom practice. I’m seeking a full-time TK–5 teaching position where I can continue growing as an educator and create a classroom community where all students can thrive.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Torrance Unified School District
Torrance, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through observations and data collection, and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences and support diverse learning styles.
Teacher Resident
Torrance Unified School District
Torrance, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Accepted into a rigorous, year-long teacher residency program combining a master’s degree with a California multiple subject teaching credential
- Collaborated closely with my mentor teacher to co-plan and co-teach daily lessons in a Transitional Kindergarten classroom, with increasing responsibility over the year
- Led whole-group, small-group, and individualized instruction across content areas, including early literacy, math, science, and social-emotional learning
- Designed and implemented standards-based lessons grounded in current education theory, research, and culturally responsive practices
- Participated in weekly seminars linking research, educational theory, and fieldwork to strengthen instructional decision-making
- Took on leadership roles such as designing and teaching original units, leading parent-teacher conferences, and managing the classroom independently during mentor absences
Substitute Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach, CA
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Implemented lesson plans left by the classroom teacher, maintaining continuity of instruction and classroom routines
- Provided instruction, supervision, and support to students in general education and special education settings
- Maintained a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning
- Completed daily reports summarizing student behavior and academic progress
- Supported diverse learning environments from TK to 12th grade
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Alder Graduate School of Education
06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
West Covina High School
West Covina05-2019
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Play-based learning
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Torrance Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
Teacher Resident
Torrance Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
02.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
High School Diploma - undefined
West Covina High School
Master of Arts - Teaching
Alder Graduate School of Education