Julia Hathaway
New Kent,USA
Summary
Passionate and student-centered educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Special Education–General Curriculum from Virginia Wesleyan University and experience supporting diverse learners in inclusive classroom settings. Currently serving as an Exceptional Education Teacher, collaborative teacher, and case manager at New Kent High School, with experience implementing differentiated instruction, literacy supports, IEP accommodations, and progress monitoring strategies. Committed to fostering academic growth through relationship-building, collaboration, and data-informed instructional practices. Demonstrated leadership experience through service with the NCAA Division III National SAAC and Management Council, as well as coaching and mentoring student-athletes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher & Case Manager
New Kent High School
New Kent, VA
12.2025 - Current
- Serve as a collaborative special education teacher within general education English classrooms
- Manage student caseloads by monitoring academic progress, accommodations, goals, and documentation
- Utilize the Virginia IEP system to develop IEPs, maintain compliance documentation, and manage parent/student information
- Coordinate with families, teachers, counselors, and support staff to ensure student success and compliance with IEP services
- Implement differentiated instructional strategies and literacy supports for diverse learners
- Support student growth through individualized instruction, intervention, and progress monitoring
Assistant Track & Field Coach (Indoor & Outdoor)
New Kent High School
New Kent, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Assist with coaching jumps and hurdles while supporting student-athlete development and team culture
- Help athletes build discipline, confidence, leadership, and goal-setting skills through structured coaching and mentorship
- Support practice organization, communication, and athlete accountability
Camp Counselor
New Kent Parks & Recreation
01.2018 - Current
- Plan and facilitate educational, recreational, STEM, and team-building activities for K–5 students
- Promote positive social interaction, engagement, and youth development
Long-Term Substitute – Special Education (Student Teaching Experience)
New Kent High School
New Kent, VA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Completed student teaching requirements while functioning as a collaborative special education teacher in general education English classes
- Assisted with differentiated instruction, literacy support, IEP accommodations, and classroom management
- Worked closely with classroom teachers to promote student engagement and reading comprehension development
- Provided individualized academic and behavioral support to students with diverse learning needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education – General Curriculum
Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA12-2025
Skills
- Literacy Support & Reading Intervention
- Case Management & IEP Implementation
- Virginia IEP System Documentation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teaching
- Small-Group Instruction
- Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Classroom, Drive)
- Classroom Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- Transition planning
- IEP development
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher & Case Manager
New Kent High School
12.2025 - Current
Long-Term Substitute – Special Education (Student Teaching Experience)
New Kent High School
08.2025 - 12.2025
Assistant Track & Field Coach (Indoor & Outdoor)
New Kent High School
01.2025 - Current
Camp Counselor
New Kent Parks & Recreation
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education – General Curriculum
Virginia Wesleyan University
Instructional & Field Experience
- Georgetown Primary School — Chesapeake, VA
- Practicum experience in 2nd and 3rd grade special education settings
- Supported literacy instruction, math instruction, small-group interventions, and differentiated classroom activities
- New Kent Elementary School — New Kent, VA
- Student teaching experience in 5th grade special education and collaborative instruction