Mary Julienne
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated special education assistant principal with a passion for creating meaningful, successful learning opportunities for all students, and collaborating with parents, families and community members.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Homeroom Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
- Development and implementation of Individualized Education Program and Individual Transition Plan for each special education student
- Identification of goals tailored to each students’ individual needs and abilities, with a focus on Job skills, Social skills, Daily Living Skills and Skills for Independence
- Coordination with parents, teachers, teacher assistants, and various service providers to meet student needs
- Proficiency in the use of District provided curriculum including: Unique Learning System, Oxford Picture Dictionary, Community Based Instruction, Attainment, as well as teacher created materials for student success
- Actively involved in meeting the behavioral, social, emotional and academic development of each student
- Exercising flexibility within the classroom setting and diverse techniques to promote active learning.
Student Leadership Elective Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
- Development of Student Leadership class curriculum for students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities including: formation and support of Student Body President, Vice President and other elected positions, and class content including leadership skills, responsibility, character, and respect; including Restorative Justice practices
- Supervision and support of students while leading flag salute and reading daily school wide announcements
- Development of school-wide events including: Welcome Back to School Event for students and staff, Spirit Week, Mock Elections, Veterans Day staff recognition, Earth Day recycling event, and Staff Appreciation
- Collaboration with administration and teachers to develop ‘Mentor Monday’ integration between Student Leadership class and peers in Therapeutic and Pre-Vocational Special Day Classes on campus
- Facilitation of the weekly integrated activities including arts and crafts, sensory, functional academic, and hobbies & leisure
- Development and supervision of fundraising efforts to support school wide events
- Collaboration with community agencies during school-wide service events including: ‘Socktober’ event collecting donations to support homeless adults and children in our San Pedro community through Harbor Interfaith Services, The Rainbow Women’s & Children’s Shelter, and Mary Star of the Sea Church Christian Care
- Jug Life International project: collecting spare change from all stakeholders to contribute toward building a water well in Africa
- San Pedro Harbor Animal Shelter school-wide collection of donations for animal care and adoption.
Assistant Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
09.2018 - Current
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
ESY Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.2024 - 07.2024
ESY Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.2022 - 07.2022
Computer Technology Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
08.2015 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher- Special Day Class
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
09.2004 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
09.2001 - 06.2003
Special Education Teacher
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
09.1995 - 06.1999
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Benjamin Banneker Special Education Center
02.1995 - 08.1995
Education
Administrative Services Credential -
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CAMaster’s Degree in Education, Dean’s List - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CASpecialist Instruction Credential in Special Education -
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CAMultiple Subject Teaching Credential, K-12, CLAD Emphasis - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CABachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Minor in Art - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CAField Based Project: Interagency Collaboration to Support Student Outcomes - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CASkills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Community Engagement
- Compassion and Empathy
- IEP development
Custom
San Pedro Chamber of Commerce Award Recipient- Woman of History, 2024
Timeline
ESY Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.2024 - 07.2024
ESY Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Principal
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
09.2018 - Current
Computer Technology Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
08.2015 - 06.2018
Special Education Teacher- Special Day Class
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
09.2004 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
09.2001 - 06.2003
Special Education Teacher
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center
09.1995 - 06.1999
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Benjamin Banneker Special Education Center
02.1995 - 08.1995
Special Education Homeroom Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
Student Leadership Elective Teacher
Willenberg Career and Transition Center STEAM Academy
Administrative Services Credential -
California State University Dominguez Hills
Master’s Degree in Education, Dean’s List - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Specialist Instruction Credential in Special Education -
California State University Dominguez Hills
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, K-12, CLAD Emphasis - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Minor in Art - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
Field Based Project: Interagency Collaboration to Support Student Outcomes - undefined
California State University Dominguez Hills
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