Joshua O'Kelley
Dallas,GA
Summary
Experienced teacher and coach with several years of experience in creating engaging and informative lesson plans that spark student interest in social studies. Uses innovative teaching methods to facilitate comprehensive understanding of historical and social concepts. Strong understanding of classroom management and curriculum development to maintain effective learning environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Osborne High School
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop unit plans that incorporated best practices for delivery of content to make the information relevant for students.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition including utilization of technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Social Studies Teacher
South Cobb High School
07.2023 - 07.2024
- At South Cobb, I implemented my experience with the GDOE Curriculum and had an immediate impact on the design and implementation on the World Geography course.
- Through professional development meetings, and meetings with other World Geography teachers, I was able to help grow young minds to better understand what geography is, and how they live it each day.
- Used a wide variety of teaching methods, lectures, projects, PowerPoints, and programs such as Kahoot! or Blooket, Clever, and CTLS.
- Used data to drive my instruction practices and have used this approach successfully by having a low failure rate, despite having students who struggle in other subjects or classroom environments because I ensure that content is relatable and real to them and what they have experienced or will experience.
Edmentum Teacher
Campbell High School
07.2022 - 07.2023
- At Campbell, I have been responsible for the implementation of the Edmentum Program and the supervisor for students in the Cobb Virtual Academy (CVA) and Georgia Virtual School (GAVS).
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- My responsibilities have included monitoring student progress through a variety of reports and features within the Edmentum software, assisting students with content (where possible), and working collaboratively with the school’s Counselors, District Consultants for Edmentum and Cobb Virtual Academy, and the Graduation Coach, Dr. Judy Hays.
Social Studies Teacher
Kennesaw Mountain High School
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Integral part of the Grad 20/20 Program, which is a program designed to help students who are deemed to be most at risk for failing, having attendance concerns, and or dropping out.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to support student progress at home.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership And Health Sciences
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY05-2027
Master’s - Kinesiology, with a Concentration in Coaching Education
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA07.2023
Bachelor of Science - History Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2018
High School Diploma -
North Paulding High School
Dallas, GA05.2012
Skills
- Content Knowledge
- Prompt communication with stakeholders
- Classroom Management
- Variety of Assessment Uses
- Using data to drive instruction
- Performance improvements
- Goal Setting
- Schedule Management
- Special events planning
- Educational technology
- Differentiated instruction
Professionalreferences
- Troy Jones, Principal, Osborne High School, troy.jones@cobbk12.org
- Ron Boggs, Athletic Director, Osborne High School, ronald.boggs@cobbk12.org, 205-300-5252
- Will Collins, Social Studies Department Chair, Osborne High School, william.collins@cobbk12.org, 678-598-2236
- Ormond Moore, Athletic Director, South Cobb High School, ormond.moore@cobbk12.org, 678-343-1007
- Darlene Mitchell, Assistant Principal, Kennesaw Mountain High School, darlene.mitchell@cobbk12.org, 678-485-8878
- David Reason, Social Studies Department Chair, Kennesaw Mountain High School, david.reason@cobbk12.org, 770-403-3521
- Thomas Hanson, Former Head Football Coach, South Cobb High School, 443-632-4246
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Osborne High School
07.2024 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
South Cobb High School
07.2023 - 07.2024
Edmentum Teacher
Campbell High School
07.2022 - 07.2023
Social Studies Teacher
Kennesaw Mountain High School
07.2018 - 07.2022
Master’s - Kinesiology, with a Concentration in Coaching Education
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - History Education
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma -
North Paulding High School
Ed.D - Educational Leadership And Health Sciences
University of The Cumberlands
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