Julia Miner
Hendersonville
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at George Whitten Elementary, skilled in developing individualized education plans and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Proven ability to analyze data for targeted interventions while maintaining strong parent communication. Expertise in behavior management and critical thinking drives student success and personal growth. Good mom and wife.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED Resource Teacher
George Whitten Elementary
Hendersonville
08.2017 - Current
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure appropriate educational services for students with special needs.
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication about their child's academic progress.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students.
BLAST Teacher
Benny Bills Elementary
Gallatin
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Assisted students in effectively navigating social and academic environments by building repertoire of skills.
- Provided individualized instruction to students using evidence-based practices.
- Maintained a safe environment by monitoring student behavior and intervening appropriately when necessary.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of behaviors.
- Tracked data related to student progress and maintained accurate records of interventions used.
School-Based Therapist/Case Manager
Centerstone of Tennessee
Nashville
08.2006 - 08.2012
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help develop insight into themselves or relationships.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when working with clients on sensitive matters.
- Actively listened while engaging with clients during one-on-one counseling sessions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans that addressed the needs of each client.
Outreach Counselor
Centerstone at Rocketown
Nashville
03.2010 - 04.2012
- Conducted outreach activities to engage members of the community in educational opportunities related to personal development and growth.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy or motivational interviewing.
- Advised clients on job search strategies, employment readiness skills, resume writing, interviewing techniques, job applications processes.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Belmont University
Nashville, TN05-2015
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Argosy University
Nashville, TN07-2009
Skills
- Functional behavior assessments
- Data analysis
- Inclusive teaching strategies
- Behavior management
- Individualized education plans
- Parent communication
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Case management
- Community outreach
- Cultural awareness
- Leadership
Affiliations
- Active member at the YMCA
- Participant in a bi-monthly book club
- Chauffeur for two amazing kids
- Teaches akids class at church
- Involved in PTO
Accomplishments
- Lead Sped Teacher at GWE
- Wrote published articles for the Hendersonville Standard
- Participated in The Leadership Institute for Aspiring School Leaders in 2017
- Coordinator at BBE for the PBIS program
- Had other sped teachers come observe me teach to support their learning
- Managed 5 SPED assistants and created resource schedule
- Directed several events at GWE including Masked Scooper Spirit Night, Fall Festival, and Community Resource Event
Timeline
SPED Resource Teacher
George Whitten Elementary
08.2017 - Current
BLAST Teacher
Benny Bills Elementary
08.2012 - 08.2017
Outreach Counselor
Centerstone at Rocketown
03.2010 - 04.2012
School-Based Therapist/Case Manager
Centerstone of Tennessee
08.2006 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Special Education
Belmont University
Master of Arts - Professional Counseling
Argosy University
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