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JULIA JEMISON

Schererville

Summary

Driven Fitness Instructor and Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Fit4Mom NWI, Burnham Elementary School District 145.5 and Southlake YMCA. Excelled in creating positive, inclusive, results-driven environments, enhancing customer satisfaction and student success through expert group instruction and interpersonal connection both online and in-person settings. Skilled in strength training and fostering motivation, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to safety and individual growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Fitness Instructor

Southlake YMCA
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed group fitness classes of up to 35 members.
  • Demonstrated modified routines with regressions and progressions to meet diverse fitness levels.
  • Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres.
  • Encouraged and motivated participants to persevere through challenges to achieve new goals.
  • Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
  • Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.

Fitness Instructor

Fit4Mom NWI
04.2019 - 08.2020
  • Through online and in-person classes, instructed members on proper form and technique to prevent injuries and enhance workout effectiveness.
  • Empowered clients to achieve their fitness goals through personalized encouragement and motivation.
  • Fostered a welcoming and supportive workout environment, leading to higher client satisfaction.
  • Adapted exercises to suit different skill levels and physical abilities, ensuring inclusivity for all participants.
  • Worked with clients to identify and overcome obstacles to their fitness progress.
  • Demonstrated and ensured safe usage of exercise equipment for all participants.

Special Education Teacher

Burnham Elementary School District 145.5
05.2014 - 02.2018
  • Developed Individualized Education Programs (IEP) tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.

Special Education Teacher

Dayton Christian School
07.2012 - 06.2013
  • Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners by identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
  • Taught students with various classifications and degrees of special needs, delivering effective and differentiated classroom instruction to accommodate a range of neurodiverse students.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Wright State University
Dayton, OH

Skills

  • Strength training
  • Group Instruction
  • Fitness Assessments
  • TRX Training
  • Injury Prevention
  • Spinning Instruction
  • Pre and Postnatal Fitness
  • Dependable and Punctual
  • Leadership and Coaching
  • Communication and Interpersonal Connection
  • Goal Setting
  • Brand Promotion

Certification

  • Schwinn Indoor Cycling Classic Certification
  • TRX Suspension Training

Timeline

Group Fitness Instructor

Southlake YMCA
09.2024 - Current

Fitness Instructor

Fit4Mom NWI
04.2019 - 08.2020

Special Education Teacher

Burnham Elementary School District 145.5
05.2014 - 02.2018

Special Education Teacher

Dayton Christian School
07.2012 - 06.2013

Master of Arts - Special Education

Wright State University

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