Julie Otto
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Organized, hardworking and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
High Dosage Tutor
Poudre School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided small group instruction to K-5 students in the area of writing
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing student needs
Reading Intervention Specialist
Poudre School District
08.2010 - 08.2023
- Utilized research-based practices in phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary development, and fluency instruction to enhance students' reading abilities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop individualized reading plans tailored to each students needs.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting intervention strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Worked closely with special education staff to support students receiving additional services, aligning instructional approaches for maximum success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment conducive to growth by establishing high expectations and providing consistent feedback on performance.
Kindergarten Teacher
Poudre School District
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Kindergarten Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.1998 - 08.2004
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
3rd Grade Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.1992 - 08.1997
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and collaborative partnerships for student success.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study, enriching the overall curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COMaster of Arts - Reading Specialist
Regis University
Denver, COSkills
- Progress Monitoring
- Read Plans
- Read Lead
- Literacy Support
Timeline
High Dosage Tutor
Poudre School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
Reading Intervention Specialist
Poudre School District
08.2010 - 08.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Poudre School District
08.2009 - 08.2010
Kindergarten Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.1998 - 08.2004
3rd Grade Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.1992 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
Regis University
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