Joanna Yoder
Dennison,OH
Summary
Dedicated educator with a proven track record at East Holmes Local Schools, skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering trusting relationships. Expert in collaboration with IEP teams, utilizing data-driven strategies to enhance student learning. Committed to creating a safe, positive environment while demonstrating empathy and clear communication. Friendly, supportive, and motivated with strong desire to promote student success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Title 1 Teacher
East Holmes Local Schools
Millersburg, OH 44654
08.2020 - Current
- Modifying lessons for various ability levels
- Using student data to drive instruction and differentiation
- Building trusting relationships with students, families, and stakeholders
- Simple, direct instructions and consistent expectations
- Patience and empathy/Positive Behavior Management
- Collaboration with IEP teams and student families to create goals
Early Intervention Specialist/Itinerant Teacher
East Central Ohio ESC
New Philadelphia, OH
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Preschool classroom rated *5-Star by Step Up to Quality
- Creative Curriculum training and team-based child study, "Understanding Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder" through OCALI.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement effective intervention strategies and support services.
- Trained parents and caregivers on strategies to enhance child development in home environments.
- Provided mentorship to new staff on assessment tools and intervention methodologies.
Professional School Bus Driver-4 Years Special Ed
Garaway Local School District
Sugarcreek, OH
07.2000 - 06.2010
- Ensured student safety during daily transportation routes through adherence to traffic laws and safety protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness and compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with parents, students, and school officials to address transportation needs and concerns.
- Implemented efficient routing strategies, minimizing travel time while ensuring timely student arrivals at school and home.
- Created trusting relationships with students, parents, and community
Waitress, Food Prep, Catering
Log Cabin Catering, Miller's Dutch Kitchen,Sweet Basil
Sugarcreek, OH
09.1999 - 08.2008
- Customer service excellence
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and quality standards.
- Time management and task completion
- Food preparation and serving
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Food safety and sanitation basics
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHNo Degree - K-12 Reading Endorsement
Muskingum University
New ConcordBachelor of Science - Education
Kent State University
New Philadelphia, OH05-2011
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education Technology
Kent State University
New Philadelphia, OH05-2009
Skills
- Promote a safe and positive classroom environment
- Foster trusting relationships with students
- Build effective parent-teacher relationships
- Skilled in targeted group instruction
- Reading Intervention/Differentiated Instruction
- Collaboration with IEP team and parents
- LETRS Training, Acadience Learning Online-Assessment (Dyslexia)
- Positive, professional rapport
- Demonstrates empathy and patience
- Clear communication
Timeline
Title 1 Teacher
East Holmes Local Schools
08.2020 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist/Itinerant Teacher
East Central Ohio ESC
08.2014 - 05.2019
Professional School Bus Driver-4 Years Special Ed
Garaway Local School District
07.2000 - 06.2010
Waitress, Food Prep, Catering
Log Cabin Catering, Miller's Dutch Kitchen,Sweet Basil
09.1999 - 08.2008
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
University of Toledo
No Degree - K-12 Reading Endorsement
Muskingum University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Kent State University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education Technology
Kent State University