JULIA KANTER

(847) 814-9655
jhkanter@umich.edu
EDUCATION
University of Michigan School of Education April 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Education with Elementary Certification Ann Arbor, MI
G.P.A. 3.987/4.000

CERTIFICATIONS
Illinois Professional Educator License Expected June 2024
Prekindergarten through grade 6; reciprocal with Michigan license

Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate Expected June

2024
Lower Elementary (ZO): PK-3, Upper Elementary (ZP): 3-6 Ann Arbor, MI

Trauma-Informed Practice (TIP) Certificate January- December 2023

Offered jointly by the U-M Schools of Education, Nursing, and Social Work Ann Arbor, MI
Three course sequence includes: Trauma Basics, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Creating and Sustaining
Trauma-Informed Systems

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Eberwhite Elementary School August 2023-April 2024
Student Teaching Intern Ann Arbor, MI
● Observe a fifth grade classroom to integrate theory with the practice of a teacher’s classroom management,
teaching style, and instruction
● Collaborate with mentor teacher to plan and enact lessons based on curriculum with adaptations to suit the
needs of the class
● Communicate with families regarding classroom learning and updates to foster a positive relationship
between the classroom and the larger community
● Develop a personal teaching style to build strong relationships with students and promote a classroom
environment designed for the success of all students
● Step in as a substitute teacher for the class as needed when mentor teacher is absent
Lakewood Elementary School January-April 2023
Pre-Student Teaching Intern Ann Arbor, MI
● Observed a fourth grade classroom to integrate theory with the practice of a teacher’s classroom management,
teaching style, and instruction
● Assisted students during independent work time by motivating them through an asset-based perspective
● Lead small group tasks in math and reading in order to promote positive student learning in areas of need
Perry Elementary School August-December 2022
Pre-Student Teaching Intern Ypsilanti, MI
● Observed a kindergarten and pre-kindergarten classroom to gain multiple perspectives on teaching young
children in diverse school settings
● Enacted small group math centers to guide students in succeeding in their daily math activities while
providing detailed attention to individual learning needs
● Elicited student thinking during one on one interviews in math and science to expand upon what counts in
these subjects from a justice-based perspective
Jewish Council for Youth Services (JCYS) George W. Lutz Family Center June-August 2023
Lead Preschool Teacher Highland Park, IL
● Planned and executed developmentally appropriate programs to reach age-appropriate milestones
● Prepared the classroom, materials, and daily schedule and activities
● Wrote daily newsletter to families
● Maintained professional relationships with parents and other staff members;

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 ● Supervised and remained actively involved with children at all times while ensuring safety of all children
Assistant Preschool Teacher June-August 2021 and 2022
● Planned and executed developmentally appropriate programs to reach age-appropriate milestones
● Wrote daily newsletter to families to keep them up to date with the progress of activities for the day while
maintaining professional relationships with families
● Supervised and remained actively involved with children at all times to ensure a safe and nurturing
environment for all children

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Eberwhite Elementary Literacy Team
Member December 2023-March 2024
● Collaborate with other school staff to foster a positive, literacy-rich school environment
● Plan and execute March is Reading Month Literacy Night Event, Camp Read S’More, with guest readers, family
involvement, book talks, and local literacy resources and businesses
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After-School Writing Lab Tutor January 2022-Present
● Paired with an elementary student each week to facilitate writing lessons and assist with writing a story to be
published in a book of student work at the end of the semester
Virtual School Work Support Tutor October 2020-December 2021
● Paired with a student each week to assist with any homework assignments that need support
Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage “Stop the Hate” Scholarship Contest
Essay Reader February 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024
● Reviewed and scored essays written by 6th-12th graders based on a provided prompt and rubric
University of Michigan School of Education
Research Assistant October-December 2022
● Transcribed recordings of teacher and student interactions for use in teacher preparation programs

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Roots of Change Addressing the Needs of LGBTQ+ Students Workshop November 2023
● Attended and participated in various discussions and activities regarding how to best support LGBTQ+
students in schools and classrooms among the larger community
IEP Online Training Course September-October 2022
● Completed the Michigan Virtual Professional Learning Portal IEP Bootcamp: Writing Meaningful and
Compliant IEPs
● Worked through ten modules of content on the creation and implementation of Individualized Learning Plans
● Took a final exam towards eight credit hours

SKILLS
Seesaw Pioneer October 2022
● Completed training course to be certified in the specialized usage as an educator, including maximizing
student and family engagement and learning through the platform
Kahoot Certified for Schools October 2022
● Completed the Kahoot Bronze certification to maximize learning as a Kahoot educator