Julie Spencer
Alpine School District
Orem,Utah
37
years of professional experience
Dedicated educator with a focus on innovative lesson planning, student engagement, and behavior management. Experienced in fostering collaborative learning environments and enhancing parent-teacher communication.
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
5 Months- Facilitated student learning through individualized support and guidance during group exercises.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Trained in Acadience Reading and Math Assessment Program and helped with Progress Monitoring for all grade levels.
Teacher's Assistant for Reading Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Helped implement and organize 95% Reading Program at Orchard Elementary.
- Taught small groups of students in grades 1st - 6th that were well below reading level for their grade.
- Taught a small group of 3rd graders using Heggerty and Wonders Reading Programs.
- Assessed students' progress and helped input scores.
- Trained in Acadience Reading Assessment Program and helped with Progress Monitoring for all grade levels.
- Assessed student progress through evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support learning growth.
Third Grade Teacher
5 Years 9 Months- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Served as a mentor for student teachers from BYU, providing guidance on curriculum planning, classroom management techniques, and effective teaching strategies.
Kindergarten Teacher (Morning Session/Part-Time)
9 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans and activities aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress through observations and assessments, adapting instruction based on individual needs.
- Organized educational activities that encouraged social skills, teamwork, and creative expression in young learners.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Provided regular feedback to parents on their child's progress and areas for improvement through detailed report cards and parent-teacher conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Skills
Innovative lesson planning
Student engagement
Collaborative learning
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Alpine School District
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Teacher's Assistant for Reading Specialist
Alpine School District
08.2020 - 05.2022Read More
Third Grade Teacher
Nebo School District
08.1990 - 05.1996Read More
Kindergarten Teacher (Morning Session/Part-Time)
Nebo School District
08.1989 - 05.1990Read More
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood And Elementary Education
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