Julie Lien

About Julie Lien

Strategic and compassionate leader with 20+ years of experience designing inclusive learning environments, leading process improvements, and facilitating organizational change. Recently certified in Project Management and Generative AI integration, I bring fresh insights to instructional design and performance strategy. Skilled in adult education, classroom facilitation, and project execution, with a proven ability to use data to drive decisions, enhance performance, and foster equity and accountability. Known for aligning learning initiatives with business goals, building high-performing teams, and cultivating a values-driven, respectful culture. Deep expertise in curriculum development, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement practices, including Lean and Six Sigma. Committed to integrity, service, and excellence in every learning experience. Feel free to connect or contact me at J••••••••@gmx.com.

Experience

1. Educator

   Springdale Public Schools

   Jul 2014 — Present · Springdale, AR, US

   Investigate, train, and participate in rigorous explorations of instructional technology curricula that represent the educational, cultural, and linguistic diversity of students. Achieved eMINTS certification through strategic collaboration with key stakeholders.* Improved student learning outcomes 76%, develops instructional material aligned with state standards and new-age skills.* Implement inclusive lesson plans tailored for diverse learners to enhance engagement and improve learning outcomes.* Offer effective teaching strategies and academic support to surpass student performance goals according to guidelines.* Compile, analyze, and gathered data for K, 2, 4, and 5 academic development targets using dynamic spreadsheets.* Facilitated virtual and hybrid learning models to ensure seamless transition for students during 20••••22 academic years; championed adoption of hybrid-style learning modifications and achieved academic goals for 56% of students.* Presented at Innovation Institute to 300+ educators on Adobe Spark, Nearpod, Thinglink, Google Apps for Education, and utilization of \"Writing from the Beginning\" and \"Thinking Maps”.

Education

• Lindenwood University

  Master of Education (MEd), Curriculum and Instruction

  1998 — 2000

• University of Missouri-Columbia

  eMINTS Certification

  2015 — 2017

• University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

  ESL Endorsement, English for Speakers of Other Languages

  2014 — 2015

• Columbia College

  Two Bachelor of Arts (BA), Education and Independent Studies

  1992 — 1993

• Lamar University

  Educational Leadership and Administration,

  2011 — 2012

Skills

• Rti
• Curriculum Development
• Differentiated Instruction
• Outstanding Time Management Skills
• 21st Century Skills
• Teacher Training
• Public Speaking
• Classroom
• Team Leadership
• Educational Leadership
• Coaching
• Tutoring
• Data Analysis
• Educational Technology
• Office Administration
• Lesson Planning
• Building Relationships
• Leadership
• Initiation
• Data Driven Instruction
• Esl
• Team Building
• English as a Second Language (Esl)
• Classroom Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Powerpoint
• Teaching
• Educational Consulting
• Community Outreach
• Communication Skills
• Balanced Literacy
• Professional Learning Communities
• Instructional Design
• Curriculum Mapping
• Project Management