Julie Fridinger
Newton,IA
Summary
I am a professional educator with hands-on classroom experience and a strong foundation in educational methodologies. Adept at fostering a collaborative learning environment and adaptable to evolving educational needs. As an educator, it is my responsibility to ensure my students' success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor and Testing Proctor
Des Moines Area Community College
06.2022 - Current
- Composition I and II
- African American Literature
- Science Fiction Literature
- Monitored, evaluated, and documented student attendance, progress, and competency attainment.
- Provided syllabus: course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
- Academic Achievement Center Testing Proctor and Tutor
English Adjunct Instructor
Marshalltown Community College
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Composition I and II
- Monitored, evaluated, and documented student attendance, progress, and competency attainment.
- Provided syllabus: course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies.
English/Language Arts Teacher
BCLUW Community School District
07.2020 - 06.2022
- English III and IV, American Literature I and II, Modern Literature, and Yearbook
- Junior Class Sponsor
- Standards-Based Grading
- Designed curriculum around the Iowa Core Standards for each subject taught.
- Monitored, evaluated, and documented student attendance, progress, and competency attainment.
English/Language Arts Teacher / Special Education Teacher
Woodward Academy -Sequel Youth and Family Services
08.2019 - 01.2020
- English 9/10 and English I/II, MS Language Arts 6-8, The Hero's Journey through Literature, and World War II Literature.
- Monitored, evaluated, and documented student attendance, progress, and competency attainment.
- Special Education: Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) Meetings, Writing IEPs, Monitored progress with probes, Documented all information, Collaborated with teachers on students’ progress and behaviors within the classroom setting.
Substitute Teacher
Woodward Granger Community School District
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Followed lesson plans provided by the teacher to the best of my ability.
- Provided qualified instruction to all students.
- Presented my lesson plans, if needed.
Substitute Teacher
Pekin Community School District
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Followed lesson plans provided by the teacher to the best of my ability.
- Provided qualified instruction to all students.
- Presented my lesson plans, if needed.
Substitute Teacher
Ottumwa Community School District
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Followed lesson plans provided by the teacher to the best of my ability.
- Provided qualified instruction to all students.
- Presented my lesson plans, if needed.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Queens University of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05-2017
Associate of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa01.2014
Skills
- Individualized instruction and student tutoring
- Classroom management and student engageme
- Curriculum planning with modern teaching methods
- Student advocacy and positive reinforcement
- Differentiated Instruction and instructional strategies
- Test administration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking and problem-solving aptitude
- Reliability and Professionalism
Accomplishments
“Gold standard” instructor Spring 2023
Certification
2025-present Hiset State Testing Proctor
2024-present ATI Testing Proctor
2024-present Accuplacer Testing Proctor
2024-present CASAS Testing Proctor
2024-present CNA Testing Proctor
2022-present PREA Certification
2017-present Mandatory Child Abuse Training
2017-present BOE Secondary English Education License/Folder 1034944
2018-2019 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training FL6F5D4B
Professional Licenses
- BOE Secondary English Education License, 1034944, 2017-01-01 to 2019-01-01
Volunteerism And Leadership
- Ottumwa YMCA Board of Directors, President, 2017-01-01, 2018-01-01, Member, 2014-01-01, 2018-01-01, Vice President, 2015-01-01, 2016-01-01
- Sisters in Crime, Iowa Chapter, Vice President, 2023-01-01, President, 2018-01-01, Vice President, 2017-01-01
Awards
- Iowa Romance Novelists – Explorer Award, 2015-01-01
- Iowa Romance Novelists – First Manuscript Slain Award, 2015-01-01
- United Methodist Women - Special Mission Recognition Pin, 2004-01-01
Publications
Dream, Friday Flash Fiction, 2023-01-01
Timeline
Adjunct Professor and Testing Proctor
Des Moines Area Community College
06.2022 - Current
English Adjunct Instructor
Marshalltown Community College
08.2021 - 05.2022
English/Language Arts Teacher
BCLUW Community School District
07.2020 - 06.2022
English/Language Arts Teacher / Special Education Teacher
Woodward Academy -Sequel Youth and Family Services
08.2019 - 01.2020
Substitute Teacher
Woodward Granger Community School District
01.2019 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher
Pekin Community School District
11.2017 - 05.2018
Substitute Teacher
Ottumwa Community School District
11.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
Queens University of Charlotte
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary English Education
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Indian Hills Community College
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