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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, CO

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Regis University
Denver, CO

Skills

  • 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
Julie Otto