Joy Thornton
Clinton,NC
Summary
Accomplished Elementary School teacher with 31 years of experience. Knowledgeable of the NC Standard Course of Study for second grade and willing to learn new curriculum. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills. Excited to teach character development through a Biblical worldview.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Mintz Christian Academy
Roseboro, NC
08.2020 - Current
- Taught self-contained second grade classes all core subjects including Bible.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process during pandemic.
- Led staff devotion and chapel at assigned times.
- Involved in ACSI training and will complete first year of certification by end of this school year.
2nd Grade Teacher
Clinton City Schools
Clinton, NC
08.1994 - 06.2020
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Led 2nd grade team of fifteen teachers as grade chair multiple times.
- Led 2nd grade team as math chair in learning and incorporating common core standards (three years).
- Led math common core training in system.
- Trained and served as Beginning Teacher Mentor.
- Taught summer remediation classes (three years).
- Named Clinton City Schools Teacher of the Year.
2nd Grade Teacher
Bladen County Schools
Elizabethtown, NC
08.1992 - 06.1994
- Taught 2nd grade self-contained classes.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Title 1 Reading Teacher
Bladen County Schools
Elizabethtown, NC
10.1991 - 06.1992
- Worked with kindergarten through third grade students in small groups to address reading concerns.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
- Assessed students and worked collaboratively with homeroom teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05.1991
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum and Lesson Planning
- Collaboration With Teammates
- Behavior Management
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Mintz Christian Academy
08.2020 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Clinton City Schools
08.1994 - 06.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
Bladen County Schools
08.1992 - 06.1994
Title 1 Reading Teacher
Bladen County Schools
10.1991 - 06.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
University of North Carolina At Wilmington