Julie Post
Lake Ozark,MO
Summary
Dedicated Science Teacher offering 23 years of experience in Middle School/High School education. Accomplished in preparing students for the future through the use of new technologies. Organized and up-to-date on the latest curriculum and resources. Implements new teaching methods when applicable, as well as educational software and Internet programs. Maintains highly developed computer skills and in-depth experience using technology in the classroom to maximize the learning experience. Conveys subject material in an accessible and compelling manner. Teacher is highly responsive to the unique developmental needs of middle school and high school aged students. Communicates with parents in an on-going and positive manner. Works to develop and promote interactive learning; encourages students to play an active role in their own learning process.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Science Teacher
School Of The Osage
08.2019 - Current
- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Integrated technology into classroom utilizing one-on-one i-pads using such programs as Infinite Campus, digital textbooks, Canva, Blooket, i-movie, as well as maintained teacher website daily on Canvas.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes for approximately 175 kids yearly.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
Middle School/High School Science Teacher
Morgan County R1 School District
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery including Project Lead The Way, HS Chemistry, and Middle School Sciences
- Set class objectives and monitored daily performance to give every student equal access to education.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
Middle School Science Teacher
Crystal Lake School District 47
08.2001 - 06.2018
- Developed and prepared daily lesson plans, labs, and activities for approximately 200 middle school students yearly.
- Participated in "Next Generation Science Standards" curriculum alignment committee.
- Conducted student-led classroom following "modeling" pedagogy differentiating instruction for students as necessary.
- Taught students with all learning needs including those with 504's, IEP's as well as gifted population.
- Integrated technology into classroom utilizing one-on-one Chromebooks and classroom set of i-pads using such programs as google classroom, i-movies, Kahoot and Discovery Education as well as maintained teacher website daily.
- Provided positive classroom climate where kids can feel both safe and confident in their learning.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth accumulating MA +50 credit hours.
Research and Development Laboratory Technician
Abbott Laboratories
05.1994 - 01.1997
- Performed stability testing on new and reformulated ADD products utilizing number of ADD instrumentation.
- Participated in protocol development Task Force assisting product teams in protocol development and comprehension.
- Worked in GMP and ISO 9000 approved lab following all OSHA requirements.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books including tests performed in lab.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Roosevelt University
Chicago, Illinois2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major Chemistry Minor
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, Illinois1994
Skills
- Participant in "Next Generation Science Standards Alignment Committee"
- Experience as middle school and high school science teacher
- Experience teaching middle school math courses
- Excellent work history and yearly performance evaluations
- Experience coaching track, basketball, volleyball, and "Science Olympiad"
- Experience as middle school team leader, 13 years
- "Golden Apple" nominee 2017
- Proficient in Google and Microsoft products
Certification
Missouri Teacher's License Certified Educator ID# 629847. Endorsements in Biology 9-12, Chemistry 9-12, General Science 5-9, and General Science 9-12.
Illinois Teachers License Certified Educator ID#1936636. Secondary Education 6-12, Biology 9-12, Chemistry 9-12,
General Science 6-8, General Science 6-12
Timeline
Middle School Science Teacher
School Of The Osage
08.2019 - Current
Middle School/High School Science Teacher
Morgan County R1 School District
07.2018 - 07.2019
Middle School Science Teacher
Crystal Lake School District 47
08.2001 - 06.2018
Research and Development Laboratory Technician
Abbott Laboratories
05.1994 - 01.1997
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major Chemistry Minor
Elmhurst College
Missouri Teacher's License Certified Educator ID# 629847. Endorsements in Biology 9-12, Chemistry 9-12, General Science 5-9, and General Science 9-12.
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