Joedy Coleman
Gibraltar,MI
Summary
Aspiring elementary educator with over 8 years of hands-on classroom experience and as an Apprentice Teacher, Summer School Lead Teacher, Long-Term Substitute, and Building Substitute. Proven ability to plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons, support diverse learners, and build inclusive, student-centered environments. Extensive experience in assessment, classroom management, and collaboration with interventionists and special education staff. Transitioning from a 30+ year corporate career in training and instructional leadership, bringing a strong foundation in adult learning, curriculum development, and communication skills to the elementary classroom.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Teacher – 3rd Grade Classroom
Woodhaven/Brownstown/ Talent Together Program
08.2024 - Current
- Planned and co-delivered daily instruction in ELA, math, science and social studies using Journeys, Into Reading, Math Expressions, Illustrative Math, and SEL lessons.
- Conducted formative assessments (DRA, I-Ready, UFLI) to drive targeted instruction.
- Co-taught and adapted instruction to meet diverse student needs, including IEP and English Language Learner accommodations.
- Lead small group instruction and individualized interventions to reinforce key concepts and improve academic outcomes.
- Apply differentiated strategies and creative learning techniques to support varied learning styles and maintain engagement.
- Support classroom management through proactive, consistent, and student-centered approaches.
- Participate in weekly team planning meetings and contribute instructional ideas aligned with grade-level goals. Attended profession learning meetings and sessions and contributed to instructional planning.
Owner/Private Tutor
JC Consulting and Student Tutoring Gibraltar, MI
01.2015 - Current
- Deliver individualized tutoring in reading, writing and math for K–12 students.
- Partner with families and school staff to support academic growth and build student confidence.
- Supported remote instruction and digital literacy efforts during COVID-19.
- Provided consulting for small businesses, including healthcare firms, on process improvement and training system design.
Long Term & Building Substitute Teacher (Preferred)
EDU Staff - Downriver Districts - Wayne RESA
01.2017 - Current
- Provided instruction across K-12 general education, cross categorical and resource classrooms.
- Completed multiple long-term roles, including:
- 1st Grade – Woodhaven (2022)
- 4th & 5th Grade – Woodhaven (2023–2024)
- 3rd & 5th Grade – Memorial Elementary (2018–2019)
- Resource room – Huntington Elementary (6 weeks, 2019–2020)
- Resource room – Huntington Elementary (6 weeks, 2019–2020)
- K – 5 Coverage – Riverview Community Schools (2020-2022)
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with Michigan standards.
- Established and led a cross-categorical classroom (Grades 2–5), managing behavior plans and differentiated instruction.
- Delivered targeted instruction in summer programs (K–1) with a focus on early literacy and math interventions.
Corporate Trainer & Instructional Leader | 30+ Years
Various
09.1988 - 01.2025
- Extensive experience teaching and training adults and young adults in corporate, operational, and educational settings.
- Developed and facilitated professional development programs for employees, managers, and franchisees across 600+ locations.
- Created instructional content, onboarding systems, and job aids for in-person and virtual environments.
- Delivered workshops on leadership, conflict resolution, communication, team building, and customer service.
- Mentored adult learners in leadership roles, supporting professional growth and performance improvement.
- Collaborated with HR, compliance, and executive teams to align training with organizational goals.
- Integrated adult learning theory into instructional strategies for high engagement and retention.
- Utilized tools (Zoom, Google Workspace, LMS platforms) to manage and deliver remote training.
- Emphasized interpersonal development and management training in all programming.
Vice President - Business Solutions Analyst
Custom Fit Benefits/Finance Peak Administrators
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Designed and led training for employee benefits programs.
- Built onboarding systems and collaborated on branding, strategy and sales enablement.
Director of Operations
Little Caesar Enterprises Inc. Detroit, MI
01.1988 - 02.2015
- Trained franchisees and employees in operations, product launches and customer service excellence.
- Guided and assisted in the launch of over 600 new LC restaurants by training new franchisees for over 26 years.
- Led R&D training projects and supported rollout of major operational incentives like Hot-N-Ready.
- Developed and delivered national-level training programs and instructional materials.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction with Certification
Concordia University
Ann Arbor, MIBachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Northwood University
Midland, MI04.1989
Business Development Program -
Wayne State University
Skills
- Classroom management
- Targeted small group instruction
- Literacy intervention strategies
- Family engagement strategies
- Collaboration with support staff
- Alignment with Michigan academic standards
- Adult education facilitation
- Special education support experience
- Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction (DRA, DIBELS, I-Ready, M-STEP testing certified
- Curriculum Knowledge: Into Reading, Math Expressions, UFLI, Heggerty
- Cross-categorical support
- Instructional design expertise
Timeline
Apprentice Teacher – 3rd Grade Classroom
Woodhaven/Brownstown/ Talent Together Program
08.2024 - Current
Long Term & Building Substitute Teacher (Preferred)
EDU Staff - Downriver Districts - Wayne RESA
01.2017 - Current
Owner/Private Tutor
JC Consulting and Student Tutoring Gibraltar, MI
01.2015 - Current
Vice President - Business Solutions Analyst
Custom Fit Benefits/Finance Peak Administrators
01.2014 - 01.2025
Corporate Trainer & Instructional Leader | 30+ Years
Various
09.1988 - 01.2025
Director of Operations
Little Caesar Enterprises Inc. Detroit, MI
01.1988 - 02.2015
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction with Certification
Concordia University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Northwood University
Business Development Program -
Wayne State University
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