Julie McMahon
Nantucket,MA
Summary
Key Strengths: Dedicated, enthusiastic educator with a passion for providing student-centered instruction and engaging curriculum that fosters equity, student achievement, and a sense of belonging. Reflective, adaptive practitioner with a passion for continued growth and learning. Committed to maintaining consistent, open communication with parents and students to ensure student success, while promoting a positive, respectful learning culture. Collaborative colleague with a shared goal of academic growth, achievement, equity, and a positive school/community environment. Actively involved in community/school events and initiatives to promote and encourage a positive partnership between school, families, and the community. Comprehensive knowledge of state standards and effective, differentiated instruction and assessment methods.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Cyrus Peirce Middle School
08.2021 - Current
- Create a safe, respectful classroom environment by maintaining established routines, providing engaging lessons, and fostering positive relationships among peers and adults
- Use a variety of instructional techniques to support and challenge an academically, culturally, and linguistically diverse group of students
- Incorporate developmentally engaging text to enhance literacy skills and promote critical thinking
- Utilize a variety of assessment data to inform instruction for whole team, small group and individualized instruction
- Establish and maintain positive rapport with families through email, phone calls, and the Remind App
- Host an after school writing club for all middle school students and a book club for families
Grade 8 Humanities Teacher
Ipswich Middle School, Ipswich Public Schools
Ipswich, MA
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Created thematic units and lessons that integrated English Language Arts and civic standards that were challenging, relevant, and engaging to 8th grade students
- Promoted critical, ethical, and global thinking skills in relation to curricular units, including identity, conflict, and social justice
- Fostered a passion for reading and writing across genres
- Engaged students in authentic civic action projects
- Collaborated with colleagues of diverse backgrounds on pedagogical approaches, curricular alignment and instructional strategies
- Immersed students in collaborative learning experiences, critical thinking skills, and evidence based explanations
Grade 6 Literacy and Writing Teacher
Clark Avenue Middle School, Chelsea Public Schools
Chelsea, MA
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Responsible for effective unit, lesson planning, and assessment of curriculum and instruction
- Utilized data to inform instruction, address students’ needs, and assessment purposes
- Promoted high standards and expectations for student achievement and behavior
- Participated in multiple professional development opportunities regarding Social
- Emotional Learning (SEL curriculum) and strategic unit development
- Established and maintained open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents
- Collaborated with colleagues and administration to ensure student success, both academically and behaviorally
- Advocated for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity in all areas of the classroom
English, Arts/Social Studies Teacher
North Star Charter School
Eagle, ID
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for designing and implementing English/Social Studies units and lessons using Common Core state standards
- Created units of study based on Lucy Calkins' Framework for writing and utilized
- Fountas and Pinell’s benchmark assessments to identify students’ guiding reading level to inform instruction
- Administered and utilized data from a variety of pre-assessment, formative, and summative assessments to inform instruction
- Employed targeted instructional strategies to motivate and inspire an academically diverse population
- Coordinated closely with team members and administration to foster student leadership and success
- Utilized a variety of technological media to enhance curriculum and instruction
Social Studies Teacher
Village School, Marblehead Public Schools
Marblehead, MA
09.2001 - 01.2015
- Developed rigorous, student-centered units of study and lessons reflective of the
- Common Core state standards for English Language Arts and social studies
- Designed inventive and challenging standards-based instruction to a diverse student population
- Facilitated student appreciation and understanding of diversity and global awareness utilizing 21st century skills
- Utilized a student-centered approach to teaching through differentiation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Integrated technology into lesson planning and instruction; including developing research skills, word processing skills, and internet awareness
- Utilized data to inform instruction and monitor student growth, through a variety of pre-assessment, formative, and summative assessment tools
- Fostered social-emotional learning to create a safe and supportive classroom environment
ACS Hillingdon International School, Middle/High School
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Grades 7 ~ 12) Social Studies, English, Geography, and
- International Baccalaureate Psychology Teacher
- Developed and implemented curriculum in all subject areas for an internationally diverse group of middle and high school students
- Provided learning opportunities that promoted global understanding and cultural appreciation
- Collaborated with a culturally and internationally diverse faculty to enhance interdisciplinary methods of instruction
- Communicated regularly with faculty and parents to establish a team approach to student growth and success
- Participated in grade level, divisional, and ‘all school’ meetings to ensure curriculum alignment and progression of school-wide goals
- Engaged in service activities with students, including constructing accessible campsites for students and young adults with disabilities
Education
Masters of Education Degree -
Lesley University
01.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
University of Montana
1996
Professional/Advanced Standing Certification Elementary Education, grades 1~ 6 Massachusetts Certification # 367825 Non- Core Supervisor/Director Initial license - undefined
2012, 2010
~ 2012
Responsive Classroom Training - undefined
Harvard University
2015
curriculum training; SEL - undefined
North Star Charter School
2018
SWPBIS (School Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) training - undefined
Boise State University
2016
Educational Leadership Program -
Harvard University’s Project Zero Creative Classroom Institute, Greater
2011
Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement - undefined
2020
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Instructional Techniques
- Positive Learning Environment
- Innovative Teaching Methods
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Company CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveTimeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Cyrus Peirce Middle School
08.2021 - Current
Grade 8 Humanities Teacher
Ipswich Middle School, Ipswich Public Schools
09.2018 - 01.2021
Grade 6 Literacy and Writing Teacher
Clark Avenue Middle School, Chelsea Public Schools
09.2017 - 01.2018
English, Arts/Social Studies Teacher
North Star Charter School
08.2015 - 06.2017
ACS Hillingdon International School, Middle/High School
08.2005 - 06.2007
Social Studies Teacher
Village School, Marblehead Public Schools
09.2001 - 01.2015
Masters of Education Degree -
Lesley University
01.2000 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
University of Montana
Professional/Advanced Standing Certification Elementary Education, grades 1~ 6 Massachusetts Certification # 367825 Non- Core Supervisor/Director Initial license - undefined
Responsive Classroom Training - undefined
Harvard University
curriculum training; SEL - undefined
North Star Charter School
SWPBIS (School Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) training - undefined
Boise State University
Educational Leadership Program -
Harvard University’s Project Zero Creative Classroom Institute, Greater