Joelle Farmer
Towson,MD
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Educator with with a rich background in fostering student engagement and curiosity across diverse subjects, including Science and Religious Studies. Expert in creating interactive learning environments that accommodate various learning styles, highlighted by a strong record in enhancing family involvement. Experience in classroom administration, project based learning, universal design for learning, and culturally responsive teaching. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments, including global outreach service learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Maryvale Preparatory School
08.2025 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans for Catholic Social Teaching and World Religions I courses to meet students' academic needs.
- Boosted social justice awareness by incorporating service opportunities into the curriculum
- Designed and implemented service reflection to accompany service day and align with Theology curriculum
- Chaperoned six students at the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
Teacher
Grace Preschool
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Elementary Science Teacher
Immaculate Conception School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
Religious Studies Teacher
Institute of Notre Dame
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Facilitated stimulating and thought-provoking class discussions on range of theological and social justice topics.
- Conducted educational and engaging lectures centered on such topics as ethics, critical thinking and contemporary moral issues.
- Maintained student attendance records, grades and other required records to meet departmental standards and monitor student progress.
- Assisted campus ministry in planning social outreach projects, liturgies, and prayer services.
Middle School Religion Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Created and implemented curriculum for Church History course.
- Engaged students by planning first student led prayer services.
- Developed quizzes, exams, and projects to test undergraduate students' knowledge and understanding of subject matter covered in classes.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA05-2025
Certificate of Catholic Theology -
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05-1999
Certification
Maryland Professional Educator Certificate
Early Childhood 90 Hour Certification
Global Outreach History
- 2025 Teen Focus Dominican Republic Trip Leader
- 2024 Guatemala Trip Education Specialist
- 2018 Haiti Education Focus Trip Leader
- 2017 Haiti Education Focus Co-Leader and Teen Leader
Timeline
Teacher
Maryvale Preparatory School
08.2025 - Current
Teacher
Grace Preschool
09.2021 - 06.2025
Elementary Science Teacher
Immaculate Conception School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Religious Studies Teacher
Institute of Notre Dame
08.2017 - 10.2018
Middle School Religion Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary
08.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of San Diego
Certificate of Catholic Theology -
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Notre Dame