Julia Skates
Elementary teacher
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Proven educator with extensive experience in the Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District, adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing learning through differentiated instruction and positive reinforcement. Collaboratively developed interdisciplinary lesson plans, significantly improving academic performance. Skilled in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, consistently praised for transforming challenging settings into avenues of growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher 4,5,& 6th Grade SDC
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Adjusted instructional strategies based on ongoing assessments of student needs and abilities, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for all learners.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
Long Term Substitute Teacher 5/6th Grade Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Anaheim, CA
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into lessons.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks.
- Adjusted instructional strategies based on ongoing assessments of student needs and abilities, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for all learners.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Incorporated real-life examples into lessons to make complex concepts more relatable and engaging for students.
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Anaheim, CA
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved classroom management by implementing a positive behavior reinforcement system.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops and trainings focused on enhancing instructional practices across various subject areas.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, fostering student growth and improvement through constructive criticism.
- Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Anaheim, Placentia, Fullerton, & Yorba Linda, CA
04.2016 - 10.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
General Manager
Frisbie Management Incorporated
Anaheim, CA
10.1985 - 04.2016
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Education
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects Credential
National University
La Jolla, CA01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Cal State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01.2007
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA05.1996
High School Diploma -
Fall River Junior-Senior High School
Mcarthur, CA06.1985
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Special Education
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Language Arts Instruction
- Oral communication
- Motivational Techniques
- Science Instruction
- Literacy development
- Mathematics Instruction
- Social Studies Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- IEP understanding
- Classroom Management
- Lesson implementation
- Test Proctoring
- Records Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Elementary Education
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent Communication
- Safety awareness
- Adaptable
- IEP documentation
- Group Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Instructional technology
- Staff Collaboration
- Organization and Planning
- Enforcing Classroom Rules
- Teaching Life Skills
- Google Classroom
- Creative Thinking
Certification
Certified multiple subject credential with English language authorization
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher 4,5,& 6th Grade SDC
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
01.2024 - 06.2024
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
08.2023 - 01.2024
Long Term Substitute Teacher 5/6th Grade Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
01.2022 - 06.2023
Resident Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
08.2021 - 01.2022
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
10.2020 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
04.2016 - 10.2020
General Manager
Frisbie Management Incorporated
10.1985 - 04.2016
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects Credential
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Cal State Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Fullerton College
High School Diploma -
Fall River Junior-Senior High School