Julia McDonnell
Rohnert Park,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with a background in special education and behavioral health and management. Skilled in collaboration and effective communication, with a proven ability to adapt instructional materials to meet individual student needs and promote inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Petaluma City Schools
Petaluma, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with lead teacher to implement curriculum adjustments based on student needs.
- Developed instructional materials and resources to enhance student understanding.
- Implemented classroom activities that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Supported individualized education plans (IEPs) to assist students with special needs.
- Attended professional development workshops to refine teaching strategies and techniques.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Behavioral Interventionist
DDS/SDP
Petaluma, CA
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance therapeutic outcomes and service delivery.
- Trained new staff on behavioral health protocols and effective intervention strategies.
- Advocated for client needs within community resources, enhancing access to services.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
- Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations, and rewarding good behavior.
Intensive Behavioral Interventionist
Maxim Healthcare
Bay Area, CA
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client engagement and skill development.
- Supported social and emotional learning in home, the community, and in school settings.
- Monitored client progress consistently, adjusting interventions to ensure optimal outcomes in behavioral improvement.
- Data collection
- Antecedent intervention(s)
- Self care / life skills support
Registered Behavior Technician
Trumpet Behavioral Health
Bay Area, CA
04.2016 - 05.2020
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client development and behavioral outcomes.
- Conducted regular data collection and analysis to monitor progress towards therapy goals.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2027
Teaching Credential - Special Education
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2020
Skills
- Autism authorization
- EL authorization
- Mild to moderate support needs
- Extensive support needs
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson plan development
- Behavioral modeling
- Positive reinforcement plans
- ABC Data collection
Timeline
Student Teacher
Petaluma City Schools
08.2025 - Current
Behavioral Interventionist
DDS/SDP
01.2023 - 11.2025
Intensive Behavioral Interventionist
Maxim Healthcare
08.2020 - 01.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
Trumpet Behavioral Health
04.2016 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Teaching
Sonoma State University
Teaching Credential - Special Education
Sonoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University