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Joslyn Wolfe

Ellicott City,MD

Summary

ELA Teacher with extensive experience at Baltimore County Public Schools, focusing on interdisciplinary project design and fostering critical thinking skills. Expertise in assessment design and parent communication, resulting in improved student engagement and academic performance. Dedicated to cultivating a classroom environment that emphasizes literary analysis and writing proficiency.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internship Coordinator (Voluntary) During Breaks

Focus on Women Magazine/Caroll County Schools
Sykesville, Maryland
01.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated internship programs with various departments to enhance student engagement.
  • Developed relationships with local businesses for internship opportunities for students.
  • Communicated regularly with students to address concerns and provide guidance.
  • Collaborated with faculty to align internship goals with academic requirements and standards.
  • Collected feedback from students and employers to improve internship program quality.
  • Maintained accurate records of internship placements and student progress throughout programs.
  • Organized training sessions for interns, including providing materials, scheduling speakers, and reserving facilities.
  • Created and maintained an online database for tracking internship applications and placements.
  • Managed budgets related to intern programs and expenses.

Adjunct Speech Communication Professor

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, Maryland
10.1998 - Current

ELA Teacher

Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore County, MD
08.2021 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary activities and projects.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
  • Utilized technology tools to enhance teaching methods and student learning experiences.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
  • Integrated technology into daily instruction to engage students and enhance learning.
  • Adapted content material to suit different levels of understanding among learners.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, projects, field trips.
  • Organized extra-curricular activities such as book clubs or writing workshops.
  • Designed alternative assessment techniques such as portfolios or rubrics.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
  • Provided feedback on student work to support their development.
  • Facilitated small group activities to ensure that all students had an opportunity for success.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher conferences as needed throughout the year.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
  • Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of individual students.
  • Incorporated current events into English language arts lessons.
  • Checked student academic progress by completing verbal exercises, grading assignments, and using mandated examinations.
  • Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
  • Promoted student growth by encouraging independent thinking, judgment and thought expression.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions or tasks.
  • Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
  • Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
  • Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.

ELA Teacher

Howard County Public Schools
Columbia , Maryland
08.2000 - 01.2015
  • Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best practices for teaching.
  • Maintained a positive classroom environment that encouraged student growth.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a productive learning environment.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to ELA instruction.
  • Organized extra-curricular activities such as book clubs or writing workshops.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher conferences as needed throughout the year.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in accordance with curriculum guidelines.

ELA Instructor/Acting Department Chair

Baltimore City Public Schools
Baltimore , Maryland
10.1991 - 10.2000
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
  • Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional materials and resources.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
  • Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
  • Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
  • Kept up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
  • Planned instruction to achieve objectives based upon student needs and established curriculum.
  • Recorded daily attendance to maintain accurate and complete records.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of instructional materials including textbooks, software programs or handouts.
  • Maintained accurate records to comply with federal, state and local standards.
  • Integrated technology into curriculum design using online resources like virtual labs or simulations.
  • Established rules for class management and discipline while implementing appropriate consequences for disruptive behavior.
  • Upheld cleaning protocols to maintain safe environment.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy English

Goucher College
Towson, Maryland
05-1991

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland

Skills

  • Assessment design
  • Student engagement
  • Educational collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Instructional planning
  • Critical thinking facilitation
  • Feedback provision
  • Interdisciplinary project design
  • Literary analysis
  • Writing instruction
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Grammar expertise
  • Licensed in Maryland APC
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Team collaboration
  • School policies adherence
  • Professional demeanor
  • Problem-solving
  • Internship program coordination
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Feedback collection and analysis
  • Effective communication methods
  • Critical thinking promotion

Affiliations

  • Children's Author for Neurodivergent Children
  • Crafter
  • Published Writer, Internship Coordinator for Non Profit and Publication
  • Grant Writing
  • Coordinator for Public and Private Partnerships
  • Circular Economy Coordinator

Languages

French
Elementary

Certification

  • Advanced Professional Certificate in English With Credentials in Special Ed and Reading.
  • Certification Number: CER-186947-D7Z8K2

National Board Certification Candidate.

Candidate Number 04048655

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

ELA Teacher

Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2021 - 07.2025

Internship Coordinator (Voluntary) During Breaks

Focus on Women Magazine/Caroll County Schools
01.2021 - Current

ELA Teacher

Howard County Public Schools
08.2000 - 01.2015

Adjunct Speech Communication Professor

Baltimore City Community College
10.1998 - Current

ELA Instructor/Acting Department Chair

Baltimore City Public Schools
10.1991 - 10.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy English

Goucher College

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Johns Hopkins University

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