Julie Harmon
Denver,Colorado
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with a strong focus on meeting the individual needs of students. Experienced in navigating the challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Skilled in designing and implementing hands-on lessons that cater to diverse learning abilities. Maintains a positive attitude during times of stress or conflict. Possesses effective communication skills, both oral and written, and utilizes patience and positive reinforcement in collaborative team efforts to meet student needs. Works seamlessly with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for successful inclusion in mainstream classrooms.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Program Specialist
Prairie Heights Elementary School
09.2018 - 07.2024
- Conducted assessments to determine the type of disability a student has and designed educational strategies accordingly
- Incorporated evidence-based practices into instruction such as differentiated instruction or response-to-intervention models
- Assisted teachers in designing appropriate curriculum modifications based on student's individual abilities
- Implemented behavior modification techniques such as positive reinforcement systems to help children achieve their goals
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings involving parents, educators, specialists, counselors, to discuss best practices for addressing the diverse needs of students with disabilities
- Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning
- Evaluated each student using state Standards, ISTAR and IEP goals
- Kept accurate reports, records and files on individual students
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to parents and guardians
Special Education Case Manager
Rowland Unified School District
09.1996 - 08.2010
- Conducted assessments to determine the type of disability a student has and designed educational strategies accordingly
- Incorporated evidence-based practices into instruction such as differentiated instruction or response-to-intervention models
- Assisted teachers in designing appropriate curriculum modifications based on student's individual abilities
- Collaborated with parents, community members, health care professionals, social workers, and administrators to develop individualized plans for students with special needs
- Provided emotional support to students by encouraging them to take risks and participate in activities they may not have otherwise attempted
- Evaluated IEPs regularly to ensure that all objectives are being met or modified according to changing circumstances or conditions
- Delivered continuous and appropriate student growth and achievement for age group, subject area and program classification
- Kept accurate reports, records and files on individual students
- Attended professional development activities to learn best practices in teaching
- Fulfilled district and state educational development requirements
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Special Education
National University
Costa Mesa, California06.2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Behavioral Sciences
Californnia State Polytechnic University
06.1988
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Instructional strategies
- Assessment tools
- Disability awareness
- Differentiated instruction
- Data-driven decision making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent classroom management
- Adaptability
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Motivating students
- Collaborative teamwork
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
Special Education Generalist K-12
CLAD certified
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Special Education Program Specialist
Prairie Heights Elementary School
09.2018 - 07.2024
Special Education Case Manager
Rowland Unified School District
09.1996 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Behavioral Sciences
Californnia State Polytechnic University
Special Education Generalist K-12
CLAD certified
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Special Education
National University
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