James Strickland
Holdrege, NE *****
*************@*****.***
• Retired Online tutor with years of experience in general science, social studies and history topics
• Student taught and then substituted for Kearney (Nebraska) Public School system
• Collaborated with classroom teachers on student classroom needs
• Have been responsible for writing and implementing IEP goals
Work Experience
Retired 2016 to 2025
Participated in many online classes to keep my skills from deteriorating
Lost my wife in 2020 so coping with that
Personal illnesses that took much of the time from 2023 to present
Academic Tutor
Tutor.com Inc – Holdrege, NE
June 2006 to May 2016
• Utilized interactive teaching tools and resources to engage students in virtual learning environments
• Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different age groups and skill levels
• Implemented effective strategies to enhance student comprehension and retention of subject matter
• Assisted students with homework assignments, test preparation, and project completion
• Demonstrated patience and understanding when working with struggling learners or those with special
needs
Speech Language Pathologist
Hernando County School District
Brooksville, FL
January 1992 to May 1995
• Conducted comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, and swallowing disorders in
pediatric and adult patients
• Collaborated with teachers to integrate speech therapy goals into the classroom environment through
modifications or accommodations
• Provided counseling and education to patients' families regarding communication strategies at home
or in educational settings
• Participated in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings to discuss student progress, set goals, and
determine appropriate services
• Attended professional development workshops/conferences regularly to stay updated on the latest research findings in the field of speech-language pathology
Education
Tax Preparer – H&R Block
2009 - 2011
MS Ed in Communication Sciences & Disorders
University of Nebraska – Kearney
Kearney Nebraska
July 1986 to August 1988
Bachelor's degree in Speech Language Hearing: Sciences and Disorders
University of Kansas – Lawrence, KS
August 1975 to June 1987