Joyce Cullen
Hoot Reading
Muskegan,MI
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
an experienced teacher who has a passion for hands-on interactive teaching and learning. A recipient of Charter School Teacher of the Year and Wendell P. Williams Literacy Award. Many years of teaching in different cities have given me the experience and confidence to make any classroom an engaging, rigorous learning environment that students love to be included in.
Work History
1-2 Reading Tutor
8 Months- Facilitated personalized reading sessions to boost student engagement and comprehension using phonics and assessments to tailor instruction.
- Delivered personalized reading instruction to enhance comprehension and fluency in diverse learners.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
- Utilized digital tools and resources to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
1st-grade teacher
8 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster creativity and critical thinking in students. This was a temporary long-term substitute position.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and creativity.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic progress and social development.
Math and Literacy Tutor
7 Months- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to enhance reading comprehension and literacy skills.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
K-2 grade instructor
2 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented engaging online curriculum for diverse student populations.
- Integrated technology tools to streamline lesson delivery and improve learning outcomes.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Facilitated online classroom discussions, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools to streamline course delivery and improve student access to resources.
Assistant Principal
10 Months- Facilitated professional development workshops for faculty, fostering collaboration and instructional innovation.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional best practices.
- Developed and implemented curricula aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify and support students' individual academic needs and behavioral challenges.
- Coordinated professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies among teaching staff.
3rd-grade teacher
1 Year 1 Month- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
4th Grade teacher
2 Years 3 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster positive student behavior.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to enhance student academic performance.
- Utilized various educational technologies to support interactive learning experiences.
2nd-grade teacher
1 Year- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
Education
BA - Elementary Education
Attended
Skills
Post Baccalaureate work in Equity in education
Ability to manage a classroom rather than discipline a classroom.
Experience in homeschool teaching.
Experience in educational technology
Adaptable to new people
new ideas
and concepts to move education forward.
Open-hearted with students
families
and co-workers
Ability to create and motivate students and families.
Experience being a student teacher Supervisor.
Experience working as a resource teacher in math and reading.
Certification
- Licensed Elementary Education-Licensed in Wisconsin - Currently
Timeline
1-2 Reading Tutor
Hoot Reading
11.2025 - 07.2026Read More
1st-grade teacher
Rainbow Dreams Academy
03.2016 - 11.2016Read More
Math and Literacy Tutor
K-12 Online
08.2015 - 03.2016Read More
K-2 grade instructor
Educate-Online Homeschool
08.2012 - 06.2015Read More
Assistant Principal
Young Minds Prep School
08.2011 - 06.2012Read More
3rd-grade teacher
Hope Christian School Fortis
06.2010 - 07.2011Read More
4th Grade teacher
Milwaukee College Prep School
08.2007 - 11.2009Read More
2nd-grade teacher
Kit Carson
01.2004 - 01.2005Read More
James Madison HS
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University of Nevada Las Vegas
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
BA from Elementary Education
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