Joli Ewart
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Proactive, Creative Teacher with extensive experience in fostering supportive learning environments and maintaining effective relationships with students, staff, and families. Skilled in differentiated instruction, and client advocacy. Bringing strong relationship-building abilities and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools
2007.07 - 2024.06
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and modeling appropriate conduct.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Program Case Manager, Assistant Director
Hillside House Santa Barbara
1987 - 2004
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care and educational needs.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Improved client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns or grievances in timely manner.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Taught and renewed all staff in First Aid and CPR through American Red Cross.
Education
MSE - Literacy Education - Literacy
Drake University
Des Moines, IA12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - General Education, Special Education Endorsement,
Upper Iowa University
Des Moines, IA06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05.1982
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Growth Mindset
- Faculty and Team Collaboration
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Positive Learning Environment
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools
2007.07 - 2024.06
Program Case Manager, Assistant Director
Hillside House Santa Barbara
1987 - 2004
MSE - Literacy Education - Literacy
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts - General Education, Special Education Endorsement,
Upper Iowa University
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
University of Colorado At Boulder
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