Julie Cohen, M.Ed.

513-***-**** aduq9k@r.postjobfree.com Naples, FL/Remote

Educational Advising Training & Mentoring Operations Management Event Planning OVERVIEW

Successful educational advising professional with over 20 years of multifaceted experience in areas including training and development, professional growth, and strategic operations management. Expertise in overseeing professional development, working with and leading effective teams, and communicating at all levels of the organization. Skilled at coordinating logistics, planning events, and ensuring student success. Focuses on continuous innovation through process improvement initiatives and facilitating transformational collaboration. In search of an operations, educational advising, event planning, or training role to support meeting objectives.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

● Achieved highly effective teacher status from the Florida and Ohio Department of Education due to successes.

● Global Cultural Awareness Professional Development Facilitator, co-leading a committee to bring cultural awareness to staff for various events and to modify instruction based on student needs.

● Featured in an article based on writing a grant for Native American Heritage month to be honored at the school.

● Selected to attend Columbia University in New York to obtain education on coaching of district staff.

● Facilitated and led various staff development trainings based on previous qualifications. EXPERTISE

Teaching & Instruction Professional Development Academic Growth Student Success Technology Implementation Lesson Plan

& Curriculum Development Team Leadership Logistics Coordination Market Research Data Analysis Process Improvement Continuous Innovation Relationship Building DEI Compliance Adherence Resource Management Negotiation Transformational Collaboration Interdepartmental Communication Strategic Planning Data-Driven Decision-Making PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Educational Advisor & Teacher

Immokalee Middle School, Golden Gate Middle School – Collier County Public Schools AUG 2020 – PRESENT Develop and implement engaging lessons that align with the Florida Department of Education standards. Foster an environment focused on positive behavior to support students throughout the academic process. Institute numerous forms of technology to enhance staff and student productivity. Cultivate relationships with students, parents, and administration for academic, emotional, and social growth.

● Achieved status of highly effective teacher from the district and the Florida Department of Education teacher evaluation system based on successes in student data, test scores, and teaching practices.

● Collaborate in professional development to drive growth while pursuing an English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement.

● Serve as a Global Cultural Awareness Professional Development Facilitator, co-leading a committee to bring cultural awareness to staff for various events and to modify instruction based on student needs.

● Act as a Connect for Success Teacher, conducting mental health surveys to guide strategies and ensure resource availability.

● Featured in an article based on writing a grant for Native American Heritage month to be honored at the school.

● Engage with students to identify resources on campus needed for long-term success.

● Spearhead success and goal-setting plans for students to increase attendance and progress. Monitor student progress by utilizing multiple data points and anecdotal records. Educational Trainer, Advisor, & Teacher

Mariemont Elementary – Mariemont City Schools AUG 2014 – JUNE 2020 Functioned within 4 th and 6 th grade classrooms, providing teaching and instruction to ensure student success. Facilitated professional development training centered around Global Competence and Awareness while creating equitable spaces in both classrooms and on-campus environments. Led professional development days across the district. Nominated for Excellence in Education Award in 2019.

● Ranked as a highly effective teacher by the state of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Education for six consecutive years based on test scores, teaching practices, and data.

● Led the 6 th grade Drama Club of 90 students to coordinate and perform community events.

● Participated in the Innovation/APPLE Launch Team as a member and trainer. Chosen as the first teacher to launch iPads in the classroom, working directly with Apple to provide feedback for improved functionality.

● Member of the Instructional Leadership Team for the entire district, facilitating data-driven decision-making on best practices and resources to implement within the English Department.

● Served on the Curriculum Committee to develop/update social studies curriculum and common assessments.

● Coached staff on the implementation of technology including MacBooks, iPad Pros, and various applications.

● Acted as a Founder, Director, and Editor for W-KID broadcast and newspaper club for students. Featured in a publication regarding the launch of the journalism program.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

Literacy Coach, Professional Development, & Teacher Union Elementary – Lakota Schools AUG 2003 – JUNE 2014 Served as a Staff Developer for Literacy by attending writing professional development workshops at Columbia University in New York. Coordinated and conducted staff training on effective writing strategies across the curriculum. Mentored teachers to plan, design, and deliver effective teaching practices for sustained academic growth. Achieved the Teacher of the Year Award in 2010.

● Created language arts curriculums for the department as part of the Curriculum Committee for 18 schools. Conducted market research to align with standards and negotiated with book companies to meet budgets.

● Managed long-term success by working as part of the Instructional Leadership Team to create and deploy strategic initiatives.

● Participated in Columbia University workshops to become a Certified Staff Trainer to implement reading/writing workshops.

● Drove collaboration with the Administration Team while developing a literacy curriculum for the entire district.

● Coached and guided college senior student teachers in career development as a Student Teacher Mentor. Supported training on best practices to assist with the transition to teaching and taking over the classroom. EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Master of Education: Literacy & Educational Leadership, Focus: Language Arts & Social Studies Northern Kentucky University

Bachelor of Arts: Middle Grades Education Northern Kentucky University Training/Certifications : Teachers College of Training – Columbia University, Apple Technologies Integration Training, Understanding Poverty Seminar, Global Competency & Proficiency, Understanding Gifted Education, National Sports Coaches Certification, Reaching Potential of ESL Learners, Google Certification, The Project-Based Learner, 21st Century Learning, The Power of Differentiation

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Social Committee Event Director: Raffia Community MAR 2021 – PRESENT

● Collaborate with the Board President on all events, projects, and initiatives.

● Coordinate various inclusive events to foster rapport among residents and ensure a welcoming environment.

● Manage family and team events and consistently generate ideas for new events.

● Develop budgets for all events for the year while ensuring adherence.

● Review and negotiate contracts to maintain mutually beneficial agreements.

● Manage logistics including vendor selection, procurement, materials, and all other needs.

● Execute presentations at community meetings to ensure optimal understanding.

● Analyze survey data for each event to implement year-over-year improvements.

● Oversee social media to drive marketing and advertising efforts.

● Utilize numerous technology platforms to streamline communication and manage projects. Drama Director: Mariemont City Schools AUG 2014 – JUNE 2020

● Worked one-on-one with students to identify strengths and interests to include all 100 students in the play.

● Choreographed musical production.

● Negotiated contracts with Disney to ensure successful production.

● Maintained adherence to a small budget to bring vision to fruition. Broadcast/Newspaper Founder & Director: W-KID (Mariemont Elementary/Mariemont City Schools) AUG 2014 – JUNE 2020

● Recruited students to participate in broadcasts and newspapers.

● Provided education to students on the entire journalism process.

● Oversaw marketing and advertising efforts to reach goals. Varsity/JV Cheerleading Coach and Director: Lakota & Madeira School Districts AUG 2010 – JUNE 2020

● Managed budget for the organization consisting of 70 cheerleaders, uniforms, events, and banquet.

● Led five other coaches to ensure alignment with mission and goals.

● Coordinated event for all cheerleaders to participate in cheering at a college game.

● Oversaw budgeting for the team while allocating resources when necessary.

● Managed the organization of tryouts and choreography.

● Ordered uniforms and other materials as needed.

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