Julie Kennedy

Julie Kennedy is an experienced educational professional currently serving as the Lead Instructional Coach and Virtual Intervention Literacy Specialist at Redwood Literacy since August 2022. In this role, Julie specializes in virtual small group intervention for students with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia, while also piloting SPELL-Links, a Science of Reading-based program. Prior experience includes working as a Professional Learning Specialist for Amplify, where Julie facilitated professional development for educators, and serving as a K/1 Virtual Teacher at Lawrence Public Schools. Julie's background also encompasses various roles in the Shawnee Mission School District, including Project Manager, ESOL Building Supervisor, and ELA Content Specialist, as well as a 1st Grade Teacher at Blue Valley School District. Julie holds a Master's degree in Reading Specialist from Pittsburg State University and a Bachelor's degree in Education from Kansas State University.