Julie Martin
Clarence Center,NY
Summary
Passionate Individual with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Babysitter
Lisa And Art Selover
Buffalo, NY
09.2014 - 06.2021
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Demonstrated friendly and confident demeanor to keep children feeling secure.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Substitute Teacher
Desales Catholic Elementary School
Lockport, NY
10.2013 - 06.2014
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher for classrooms by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Children's Kastle Christian Learning Center
Lancaster, NY
08.2010 - 07.2012
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Substitute Teacher
Trinity Catholic Academy
Buffalo, NY
01.2007 - 06.2008
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Provided instruction for 25+ students in all subject areas.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher for classrooms by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Substitute Teacher
St. Agnes School
Buffalo, NY
09.2004 - 06.2007
- 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.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Assistant Teacher
Catholic Central
Buffalo, NY
11.1992 - 06.1994
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
- Worked under direction of licensed teacher in and outside of classroom.
Education
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education
D'Youville College
Buffalo, New York 01.2006 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Medaille College
Buffalo, NY 09.1988 - 05.1992
Skills
Managing routines
Bathing and dressing
Maintaining safe environment
Administering medicines
Planning physical activities
Routine management
Upholding discipline rules
Dependability
Childcare
Early Childhood Education
Time management
Activity Planning
Housekeeping
Child Supervision
Child development
Timeline
Family Babysitter
Lisa And Art Selover
09.2014 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Desales Catholic Elementary School
10.2013 - 06.2014
Lead Toddler Teacher
Children's Kastle Christian Learning Center
08.2010 - 07.2012
Substitute Teacher
Trinity Catholic Academy
01.2007 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education
D'Youville College
01.2006 - 12.2009
Substitute Teacher
St. Agnes School
09.2004 - 06.2007
Assistant Teacher
Catholic Central
11.1992 - 06.1994
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Medaille College
09.1988 - 05.1992