Joanna Blackwell

• Increase student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
• Reduce behavior issues in the classroom by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
• Serve as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
• Organize field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
• Manage afterschool tutoring program, providing additional support for struggling students to achieve academic success.

• Participate and lead professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.

• Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
• Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
• Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
• Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
• Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
• Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
• Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

• Enhanced family engagement by developing and implementing comprehensive ministry programs.
• Strengthened relationships within the college students through effective communication and collaboration on various projects.
• Supported families in their spiritual growth by providing pastoral care and guidance when needed.
• Recruited trained, and mentored volunteers to ensure a positive experience for all participants in ministry programs.
• Organized special events, retreats, and workshops that facilitated fellowship among congregants of all ages.
• Coordinated mission trips and service opportunities for families to engage in outreach activities together.

*Created a safe and inviting environment to enhance the growth of young children from birth to 8 yrs of age.

*Create and implement age appropriate curriculum for the Child Care Center

Train teachers and daycare works to provide excellent care for young children

*Maintain records and accounting for DHS and Food Program

*Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents, staff and children