Joy Slade

Qualified educator bringing 30+ years of experience working with diverse populations. As a retired educator and current caregiver, I'm looking to apply my knowledge and expertise in conflict resolution and communication to a role in which I can fulfill my passion of helping other's navigate life's challenges. Seeking a career transition where I can utilize my background in facilitating successful programs using technology and engagement, to connect other's to resources and education. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

• Two year internship with AUSSI coaches in Balanced Literacy and Everyday Mathematics
• Collaborative team teaching in a Multi Grade Primary Program
• Assisted in a staff development program for the Best Practices Curriculum guide
• Published a Best Practices lesson plan for the District 21 curriculum guide.
• Collaborated with the multiple intelligences magnet program on the implementation of author studies for fourth grade.
• Worked with The Manhattan Project with Setting The Stage For Student Success, to create plays with my class and acting coaches.