Julie Asamoto
San Jose
Summary
Educator in the field of Special Education (Autism), and Bilingual Education (Spanish) with Experience
Knowledgeable Autism Teacher with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve educational milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development and classroom management including management of classroom staff. Extensive training and implementation of various forms of Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
San Jose Unified School District
San Jose, CA
02.2022 - Current
- SDC FIT classroom at John Muir Middle School
Teacher
Morgan Autism Center
San Jose, CA
08.2011 - Current
- 1:1 classroom for moderate to severely involved autistic and other neurologically impaired students between the ages of 14-22 years.
- Responsibilities:
- - Coordinate training, evaluation, and management of paraprofessionals
- - Develop and implement student Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) with focus on communication, socialization, self-care, vocational training, and community-based instruction
- - Annual and quarterly student assessment and evaluation
- - Build and maintain collaborative relationships with IEP Team, including Parents, school Administration, SLP, OT, District representatives, and student advocates
- - Develop and implement student Behavior Intervention Plans
- - Coordinate and implement transition plans for students preparing to enter Adult Program settings
- - Basic computer skills for data tracking, reports, and to create classroom materials
- - IEP Team collaborator and coordinator
Teacher- Autism
Santa Cruz County Office of Education- Chrysalis Program
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Moderate to severely involved students ages 8-14
- Responsibilities:
- - Manage team of 16 staff and 8 students
- - Coordinate training, evaluation, and management of paraprofessionals
- - Develop IEP for each student including formal and informal assessment, developing materials for skill attainment, and data collection to assess progress on goals
- - Coordinate mainstreaming opportunities with Regular Education Teachers
Psychosocial Rehabilitator
Majestic Behavioral Health
Las Vegas, NV
10.2008 - 12.2009
- Outreach and support for “at risk” youth
- Responsibilities:
- - Develop and implement treatment goals for “at risk” youth including community experience, in-home assistance, and life skill development
- - Provide ongoing support and guidance for clients in the facility, in the home, and in the community
Teacher- Autism
Crestwood Edison Elementary School
Las Vegas, NV
01.2008 - 08.2008
- 3rd-5th Grade Autism Classroom
- Responsibilities:
- - Develop and implement IEPs for students
- - Management and training of classroom Paraprofessionals
- - Maintain ongoing collaboration and communication with various professionals on the IEP Team
Teacher- Autism
Lee Middle School
Orlando, FL
08.2003 - 09.2004
- 6th-8th grade Autism Classroom
- Responsibilities:
- - Develop and implement IEPs for Students
- - Management and training of classroom Paraprofessionals
- - Coordinating mainstreaming opportunities with regular education teachers
House Supervisor-North American Tour
Cirque du Soleil Dralion
San Jose, CA
09.2000 - 12.2002
- In-house Theater Supervisor
- Responsibilities:
- - Train and supervise ushering team in each city
- - Assist with crowd management
- - Public liaison for customer service In-house
- - Coordinate show opening with various departments
- - Set-up and tear down facilities in each location.
Teacher- Autism
Morgan Autism Center
San Jose, CA
01.1995 - 08.2000
- 1:1 classroom for moderate to severely involved autistic and other neurologically impaired students between the ages of 10-16 years.
- Responsibilities:
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- See above responsibilities for The Morgan Autism Center
Camp Counselor- Special Needs
Camp Krem
Boulder Creek, CA
06.1990 - 09.1990
- Camp for physically and mentally disabled children and adults.
- - Developed learning projects and provided guidance during camp activities and outings.
Field Worker- Rabies Vaccinations
Amigos de las Américas
Sucre, Manabi, Ecuador
01.1987 - 08.1987
- Provided rabies vaccinations and community education in rural settings of coastal Ecuador.
Education
Severely Handicapped Education -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01-1998
Liberal Studies with an Emphasis in Education and Spanish
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA08-1994
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University of California Riverside
Riverside, CA06-1994
Skills
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Team Player
- Flexibility
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student-centered learning
- Technology integration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Teacher
San Jose Unified School District
02.2022 - Current
Teacher
Morgan Autism Center
08.2011 - Current
Teacher- Autism
Santa Cruz County Office of Education- Chrysalis Program
01.2010 - 07.2011
Psychosocial Rehabilitator
Majestic Behavioral Health
10.2008 - 12.2009
Teacher- Autism
Crestwood Edison Elementary School
01.2008 - 08.2008
Teacher- Autism
Lee Middle School
08.2003 - 09.2004
House Supervisor-North American Tour
Cirque du Soleil Dralion
09.2000 - 12.2002
Teacher- Autism
Morgan Autism Center
01.1995 - 08.2000
Camp Counselor- Special Needs
Camp Krem
06.1990 - 09.1990
Field Worker- Rabies Vaccinations
Amigos de las Américas
01.1987 - 08.1987
Liberal Studies with an Emphasis in Education and Spanish
University of California, Riverside
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University of California Riverside
Severely Handicapped Education -
San Jose State University