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Julie M. Otey
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Julie M. Otey

South Chesterfield,VA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Customer Service ManagerOperations ManagerHuman Resources CoordinatorHuman Resources OfficerLearning and Development Specialist

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Colonial Heights, VAChesterfield, VARichmond, VADinwiddie, VAPrince George, VA
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$60000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsCareer advancement401k match

Summary

Dynamic, results-driven professional with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions and driving operational excellence. Expertise includes project management, team leadership, and strategic planning, consistently achieving goals within tight deadlines. Skilled in leveraging analytical abilities to identify improvement opportunities and enhance overall performance. Committed to fostering collaborative environments that inspire creativity and drive success.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Exceptional Education Teacher

Southside Elementary
Dinwiddie County
01.2019 - Current
  • Teacher students K-5th in inclusion and special education settings
  • Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
  • Teaching exceptional learners between the ages of 2-5

English/History Teacher

Richmond Christian School
Chesterfield, Virginia
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Teacher 4th (1 year)
  • Teaching 5th, 6th English/History
  • Managed a structured, stimulating classroom with responsibility in all areas of teaching, assessment, behavior modification, and coordination of academic and social activities. Planned, developed, and instituted education activities that promote quality teaching in accordance with ACSI standards.
  • Created and facilitated Student Affairs Council. Organized community outreach opportunities and facilitated family nights, fundraisers, and student activities.
  • Spelling Bee Coordinator-organizing districts spelling bee for area schools—organizing volunteers and event
  • Safety Patrol Sponsor—organizing safety patrol program throughout school
  • 2018-2019-Teacher of the Year

Middle School History Teacher

Westminster Academy
Richmond, Virginia
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Teaching 6th, 7th, 8th World History
  • Managed a structured, stimulating classroom with responsibility in all areas of teaching, assessment, behavior modification, and coordination of academic and social activities. Planned, developed, and instituted education activities that promote quality teaching
  • Created and facilitated Student Affairs Council. Organized community outreach opportunities and facilitated family nights, fundraisers, and student activities.
  • Pure Vision Honor Society Sponsor—created opportunities for students to serve in the community and school-developed school wide opportunities for service and organized events for student population
  • Member of the Board of EducationActivities Committee Chair

Tutor and Office Manager

Huntington Learning Center
Chester, Virginia
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Tutor students from K-12 grade. Instructing and evaluating students in verbal and math skills. Teaching SAT preparation to college bound students. Office Manager-managing teachers and office for center.

Customer service representative

Virginia Gardens
Chesterfield, Virginia
2006 - 2010
  • 2006-2011/Chesterfield, Virginia
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries, providing timely and accurate information.

Coordinator and Teacher of homeschool Cooperative Leaning Group

Director of Cooperative Learning Group
Richmond, Virginia
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Created a learning cooperative for homeschool families. Coordinated volunteers to teach courses to homeschool students. Managed and facilitated learning groups and clubs for homeschool students.

Second Grade General Education Teacher

Liberty Christian School
Mechanicsville, Virginia
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Managed a structured, stimulating classroom with responsibility in all areas of teaching, assessment, behavior modification, and coordination of academic and social activities. Participated in parent conferences, student evaluation, professional training, and grade level meetings.
  • ACSI training and accreditation member.

General Education Teacher

North Elementary
08.1996 - 08.1998
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to foster positive learning environments.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational strategies and student outcomes.

9th-12th mixed aged classroom teacher

Landmark Christian School
Petersburg, Virginia
01.1995
  • Instructed 9th-12th grade U.S. History, Spanish I, Consumer Math
  • Instructed 7th-8th grade Basic Mathematics
  • Assisted in 2nd-3rd grade classroom providing instruction in language arts and mathematics.

Education

Masters of Teaching - Education

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
01-1996

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University
05-1996

Virginia State Professional Educator Liscense - Education

Virginia Commonwealth University
05-1996

Virginia Professional Liscense Special Education - Special Education

University of Virginia
05-2022

Skills

  • Dedicated, resourceful, and goal-driven professional
  • An accommodating and flexible individual who is a team player and has the ability to work independently
  • Punctual
  • Efficient and accurate worker who is detail oriented and can multi-task
  • Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills to foster an inviting and welcoming customer experience
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Conflict resolution
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Classroom technology
  • Community involvement
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Alternative learning methods

Accomplishments

  • Twenty to Watch For Award (2023-2034)
  • Selected by Dinwiddie County as a top teacher for outstanding teachers.
  • Sallie Mae First Class Teacher Award (1996-1997)
  • The Sallie Mae First class Teacher Award program recognizes outstand first-year elementary and secondary school teachers from each of the 50 states. Nominated and awarded by Prince George County Public Schools.
  • Teacher of the Year (2018-2019)
  • Selected by administration as Teacher of the Year for the 2018-2019 school year at Richmond Christian School
  • University Test Administrator (2004-Present)
  • Approved to administer any of the Iowa Test of Basic Skill, Stanford Tests of Achievement and Proficiency, or Cognitive Abilities Tests available through Bob Jones testing and evaluation. Administers tests to students yearly.
  • Member of Westminster Academy School Board
  • Served on the Board of Education at Westminster Academy-serving as Activities Committee Chair

Timeline

Exceptional Education Teacher

Southside Elementary
01.2019 - Current

English/History Teacher

Richmond Christian School
01.2015 - 01.2019

Middle School History Teacher

Westminster Academy
01.2011 - 01.2015

Tutor and Office Manager

Huntington Learning Center
01.2008 - 01.2020

Coordinator and Teacher of homeschool Cooperative Leaning Group

Director of Cooperative Learning Group
01.2006 - 01.2008

Second Grade General Education Teacher

Liberty Christian School
01.2004 - 01.2005

General Education Teacher

North Elementary
08.1996 - 08.1998

9th-12th mixed aged classroom teacher

Landmark Christian School
01.1995

Customer service representative

Virginia Gardens
2006 - 2010

Masters of Teaching - Education

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia State Professional Educator Liscense - Education

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Professional Liscense Special Education - Special Education

University of Virginia

Other Experience

  • Mad Science Instructor in local Schools
  • Cooperative Learning Organizer and Teacher
  • Junior First Lego League Coach
  • Richmond Enrichment Studio Cooperative Learning teacher
  • Teaching IEW Classes
  • Jacobs Road Elementary School, Chesterfield, Virginia Enrichment teacher
  • Matoaca Child Development Center after school and before school teacher
  • Chester YMCA Summer Camp Counselor