Julia Spencer
Franklinville
Summary
Special Education leader with 18 years of experience in public education with a strong work ethic and demonstrated expertise with IDEA and NYS Part 200 regulations, special education monitoring, evaluation and eligibility processes, and IEP development and implementation. Proven ability to provide assistance, interpret policy, support compliance and collaborate with stakeholders to improve outcomes for students. Committed to continuous growth and learning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Andover Central School
07.2022 - Current
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to inform program adjustments and resource allocation for student support initiatives.
- Collaborated with school psychologists, social workers, and counselors to address the unique needs of individual students.
- Oversaw coordination of transportation services for special education students, ensuring timely and safe transportation to and from school.
- Championed a district-wide culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing pupil services policies, procedures, and performance indicators.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Special Education Teacher
Franklinville Central School
09.2007 - 07.2022
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and support students' educational progress.
- Designed and delivered differentiated instruction tailored to various learning styles and abilities.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Early Intervention Teacher
Southtowns Children's Associates
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to enhance communication, social skills, and cognitive development in children.
- Provided training and support to families on effective strategies for home-based learning and behavior management.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, collaborating on strategies to support their child''s growth and development.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to each child's unique needs and strengths.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon, AZBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
St. Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure, NYMaster of Science - School Leadership
University of Rochester
Rochester, New York, NY05-2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Continuous improvement
- Decision-making
- Rules and regulations
- Instructional leadership
- Special education
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Timeline
Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Andover Central School
07.2022 - Current
Early Intervention Teacher
Southtowns Children's Associates
03.2016 - 12.2018
Special Education Teacher
Franklinville Central School
09.2007 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Reading Curriculum And Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
St. Bonaventure University
Master of Science - School Leadership
University of Rochester