Julie Mezher
Westminster,CA
Summary
Special Education Teacher with extensive experience in classroom management and instructional support. Proficient in developing and executing individualized education plans while fostering positive classroom management through targeted strategies. Expertise in training and supervising paraprofessionals to deliver effective classroom instruction. Focused on driving student learning and development outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Extensive Support Needs Teacher
Westminster School District
Westminster, California
08.2008 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote positive behavior.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum design and instructional methods.
- Assessed student performance through tests and assignments consistently.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Paraprofessional
Westminster School District
Westminster, California
08.2000 - 06.2008
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and instructional support.
- Facilitated student engagement through hands-on learning activities.
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse needs.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
National University
Costa Mesa, CA11-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA08-2004
Associate of Arts -
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA12-2001
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Student assessment
- Instructional support
- Collaborative teaching
- Time management
- Adaptation strategies
- Conflict resolution
- ESL- english as second language
- Innovative lesson planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Serving diverse communities
- Assessment strategies
- Individualized Education Programs
Affiliations
- OCDE Arts and Disability District Representative
- Art Task Force Team 2023, 2024, 2025
- Special Education Art Elective
- Middle School Art Club
Timeline
Extensive Support Needs Teacher
Westminster School District
08.2008 - Current
Paraprofessional
Westminster School District
08.2000 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Special Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
California State University, Long Beach
Associate of Arts -
Golden West College
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