Julia Kozler
Livonia,MI
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Livonia Early Childhood Center, adept in IEP compliance and fostering emotional regulation. Excelled in creating positive learning outcomes and supporting social development through collaborative efforts with therapists and educators. Demonstrated strong verbal communication and teamwork, significantly enhancing student progress and family engagement. Developed skills in supportive and inclusive educational environment, demonstrating ability to adapt to diverse student needs and work collaboratively with educators. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging strong communication and organizational abilities. Dedicated to applying these transferable skills to contribute effectively in any professional setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Livonia Early Childhood Center
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw class of 7 special education students in absence of instructor.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely communication with parents and other stakeholders regarding individual achievements and areas needing improvement.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
Practicum Student
Connect-123 Internship & Volunteer Programs
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed 120 practicum hours providing therapeutic activities and procedural support to children.
- Effectively communicated building strong rapport with medical staff, parents, and children even when presented language barriers and cultural incompetency.
- Assessed and developed individualized care plans for children ages infant to sixteen years of age in various departments including oncology, orthopedics, outpatient, and HIV/ ADHD/ Autism units alongside Child Life Specialist/ Preceptor.
- Participated in weekly supervision meetings, allowing for self-reflection and professional growth as a therapist in training.
- Supported clients'' progress towards goals by providing consistent guidance and encouragement throughout their therapy sessions.
Volunteer
Jackson Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborates with a large, comprehensive team to help prepare children ages 1-4 with cognitive, emotional, speech, or physical disabilities to enter and succeed in school.
- Helps the teacher organize and facilitate center time, play time, sensory and motor activities, snack time, while making transitions for activities run smoothly throughout the school day.
- Provides emotional support and guidance to seven children and communicates with their parents and teacher regarding their child's progress.
- Accommodates the needs and interests of individual children while adapting activities for the entire classroom.
Family Nanny
Jenny Sieracki Mazurkiewicz
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided structured behavior for two children ages five and eight, implementing discipline to model appropriate behavior, safety, listening and collaboration skills.
- Read books, and assisted the two children with school projects and brain building activities like building blocks, puzzles, and literacy to enhance academic experience outside the school setting.
- Adapted quickly to evolving family dynamics or schedule changes to ensure a smooth transition period for the two children involved.
- Supported the family in maintaining household order by performing light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and laundry tasks.
Teacher's Assistant
Coopersville Public Schools
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Helped lead Before and After School and Summer Programs for groups of 40+ children aged 3-12.
- Organized group-based educational games and music-based activities for learning, adapting materials to fit the students' physical and emotional needs.
- Coordinated drop-off/ pick-up scheduling with parents and communicated health and safety updates.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04.2023
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Verbal and written communication
- Nonverbal Communication
- Emotional Regulation
- Social development support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Practicum Student
Connect-123 Internship & Volunteer Programs
07.2024 - 08.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Livonia Early Childhood Center
05.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Jackson Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Family Nanny
Jenny Sieracki Mazurkiewicz
09.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Coopersville Public Schools
03.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Grand Valley State University
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