Julia Cole
Pasadena,CA
Summary
Dedicated Educator with a MA in Curriculum and Instruction, 30 years of experience in the field of education, more than seven years as the Instructional Coach for a large K-5 elementary school, and 2 years as the P-3 Alignment District Instructional Coach. Extensive knowledge of all elementary curricular areas and a district leader of professional development in the areas of Reading and Writing. Deep knowledge of adult learning pedagogy as well as Practice Based Coaching framework and implementation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Induction Program Mentor
Pasadena Unified School District
Pasadena, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Mentor up to 4 new educators a year through comprehensive orientation programs, fostering successful transitions into teaching roles.
- Guide mentees in goal-setting and professional growth, ensuring alignment with district objectives and standards.
- Collaborate with other Lead Mentors to share best practices, enhancing overall program quality and consistency as a Lead Program Mentor.
- Develop strong relationships with mentees, promoting trust and transparency throughout the induction journey.
P-3 Alignment Instructional Coach
Pasadena Unified School District
Pasadena, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitate monthly professional development workshops for educators to enhance instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Collaborate with teachers to design and implement curriculum aligned with state standards and best practices.
- Analyze student performance data to identify areas for improvement and guide instructional adjustments.
- Develop resources and materials to support differentiated instruction across various learning environments.
- Implement coaching cycles that included modeling lessons, observing classrooms, and providing actionable feedback.
- Coach teachers to improve practices through professional development and action planning to guide ongoing professional growth.
Instructional Coach
Pasadena Unified School District
Pasadena, CA
08.2016 - 01.2024
- Coach teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs and identify research-based instructional strategies.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Develop and lead district wide professional development in the implementation of Writing and Reading Units of Study.
- Created district wide resources in the areas of Reading, Writing, and Phonics instruction and resource implementation.
Adjunct Professor
Pacific Oaks College
Pasadena, CA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Encouraged student participation by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
Site Intervention Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
Sierra Madre, CA
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Planned small group English Language Arts and Math curriculum for struggling students grades 1-5.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to best meet the needs of individual students.
- Regularly assessed student progress and used data to differentiate instruction.
Fourth Grade 20% Classroom Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
Sierra Madre, CA
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Implemented Health and Music curriculum while sharing English Language Arts curriculum and instruction responsibilities with 80% job share partner
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
Pasadena Unified School District
Sierra Madre, CA
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Assumed responsibilities for English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher
- Planned and implemented curriculum and managed classroom responsibilities of the full-time teacher.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Led Student Council and oversaw their school duties including Spirit Day Spies, Monthly Meetings, and Student Council Calendar.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Pasadena Unified School District
Sierra Madre, CA
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Assumed all responsibilities for a Kindergarten classroom teacher.
- Planned and implemented curriculum and managed classroom responsibilities of the full-time teacher.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Preschool Teacher
Altadena Nursery School
Pasadena, CA
08.2007 - 07.2012
- Planned and implemented developmental curriculum for children ages 2-5.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Supported daily parent volunteers in the knowledge and implementation of play-based and emergent curricular philosophies of education.
Education
Master of Arts - Education, Curriculum And Instruction
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-1995
No Degree - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CASkills
- Trained in the art of Transformational Coaching
- Trained in Job Embedded Practice Based Coaching
- Knowledge of and expertise in all areas of PK-5 content standards and district adopted curricular resources
- Instructional planning and curriculum development expertise
- Trained in both DEI and Anti-Racism practices and curriculum
Timeline
Induction Program Mentor
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
P-3 Alignment Instructional Coach
Pasadena Unified School District
01.2024 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Pacific Oaks College
01.2022 - 06.2022
Instructional Coach
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2016 - 01.2024
Site Intervention Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2015 - 07.2016
Fourth Grade 20% Classroom Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2015 - 07.2016
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fifth Grade
Pasadena Unified School District
12.2014 - 04.2015
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Pasadena Unified School District
01.2014 - 05.2014
Preschool Teacher
Altadena Nursery School
08.2007 - 07.2012
Master of Arts - Education, Curriculum And Instruction
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern California
No Degree - Elementary Education
California State University, Northridge