Joy Senseney Brown, Ph. D.
College & Career Instructor
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated education professional dedicated to enhancing high school students' learning skills and social development. Committed to creating a literacy-rich environment through unwavering dedication and enthusiasm. Expertise in designing innovative high school curricula, particularly in Career and Technical Education, tailored to accommodate diverse student abilities and backgrounds. A talented instructor adept at delivering engaging, relevant lessons while skillfully adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the unique needs of each learner.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
College & Career Readiness Instructor
Ocean Springs High School
08.1998 - Current
- Directs Ocean Springs High School's Advanced Placement Program as described by the College Board
- Serves on Building Leadership Team as Department Chairperson
- Devises and implements high school curriculum in accordance to the school's protocols
- Ensures that curriculum is in sync with individual student's abilities and varies in content
- Plans lessons on a daily basis and imparts instruction in class
- Assists students in carrying out class assignments
- Checks and assesses assignments and provides individual feedback to students
- Carries out student development activities on a continuous basis
- Develops and administers specific assessments to judge students' competency levels
- Ensures that students' progress is directed towards objectives and expectations
- Provides counseling to students based on individual needs
- Manages student behavior and resolves conflicts
- Tests and evaluates student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Helps individuals develop life skills, improves knowledge and enhances vocational skills.
Dual Credit College & Career Readiness Instructor
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Jackson County Campus
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluates and revises lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Improves student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Tracks student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applies various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Pearson VUE
06.2023 - Current
- Guides and trains a team of assessors to ensure they consistently apply the scoring rubrics to candidate submissions.
- Reviews the scoring decisions of their team to maintain accuracy and reliability.
- Serves as the deciding factor in cases where two assessors disagree on a score.
- Conducts daily calibration training to ensure that all assessors are accurately and uniformly using the established rubrics,
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Advanced Placement Reader
Educational Testing Service, ETS
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic remote work environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations while project was active, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Ph.D. - Career & Technology Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2022
Master Teacher of Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS01.2011
Masters - Secondary Education
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS01.2003
National Board Certified Teacher - Early Adolescent/Young Adult Career and Technical Education
National Board For Professional Teaching Standards
Arlington, VA01-2002
Received Alternate Route Teacher Certification - Business Education
Mississippi Department of Education
Jackson, MS01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS01.1991
Skills
- Experienced in utilizing curriculum-based measurement tools
- Expert in curriculum design and implementation
- Proficient in critical reading techniques
- Expertise in student-directed classroom management
- Proven track record in fostering a culture of achievement among students
Timeline
Dual Credit College & Career Readiness Instructor
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Jackson County Campus
01.2024 - Current
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Pearson VUE
06.2023 - Current
Advanced Placement Reader
Educational Testing Service, ETS
06.2020 - 06.2024
College & Career Readiness Instructor
Ocean Springs High School
08.1998 - Current
Received Alternate Route Teacher Certification - Business Education
Mississippi Department of Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Mississippi
Ph.D. - Career & Technology Education
Auburn University
Master Teacher of Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship
University of Southern Mississippi
Masters - Secondary Education
William Carey University
National Board Certified Teacher - Early Adolescent/Young Adult Career and Technical Education
National Board For Professional Teaching Standards
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