Julie Cox
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Resourceful and innovative
Experienced independent and team worker
Love working with and caring for individuals in need
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Support Specialist
Kent ISD-Lincoln Developmental Center
2021.10 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication about student progress and needs.
- Conducted regular classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to team members.
- Worked closely with special education teachers to ensure that all students received appropriate accommodations and modifications for their learning needs, promoting an inclusive classroom environment.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring a well-organized and productive learning environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to instructional support roles.
- Assisted teachers in creating engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student motivation and participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by developing and implementing effective instructional support strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units for enhanced learning experiences.
Paraprofessional Educator
Forest Hills School District
2000.09 - 2021.09
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between learning activities by efficiently organizing supplies and preparing spaces for optimal productivity.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Enriched the learning experience by integrating real-world examples into lessons, stimulating critical thinking and deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided ongoing feedback to teachers regarding student progress, facilitating necessary adjustments to better support individual growth.
- Increased parental involvement by assisting with parent-teacher conferences and keeping families informed about academic progress.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Motivational Skills
- Student Engagement
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant 1995
Timeline
Instructional Support Specialist
Kent ISD-Lincoln Developmental Center
2021.10 - Current
Paraprofessional Educator
Forest Hills School District
2000.09 - 2021.09
Associate of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Trevecca Nazarene University
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant 1995
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