Joy Ledbetter
Olympia,WA
Summary
Dedicated and caring educator with proven skills in teaching elementary aged students diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Goal-oriented mindset and commitment to long-term student growth and success. Proficient in helping advanced and struggling students enhance learning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Clover Park School District
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Promoted social and emotional learning by creating social activities and clubs.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Fords Prairie Elementary School
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted teachers with classroom management to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to 4 by reviewing lesson teachings and discussing.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Faith Lutheran Child Care
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Planned and prepared activities for students.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Faith Lutheran Child Care
09.2016 - 02.2020
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity, Concentration in Project Management
Southern New Hampshire University
03.2026
Master of Science - STEM Education K-8
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN03.2023
Bachelor of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Centralia College
Centralia, WA06.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Centralia College
Centralia, WA06.2018
Skills
- Adaptable
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Safety awareness
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Clover Park School District
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2021 - 08.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Fords Prairie Elementary School
04.2021 - 06.2021
Preschool Lead Teacher
Faith Lutheran Child Care
02.2020 - 01.2021
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Faith Lutheran Child Care
09.2016 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity, Concentration in Project Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science - STEM Education K-8
Walden University
Bachelor of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Centralia College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Centralia College
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