Joyce McDonald
English/EFL Teacher
Bullhead City,AZ
Summary
Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Laughlin, NV
08.2017 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
5th/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Bullhead City Elementary School District
Bullhead City, AZ
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
6th/7th Grade English Teacher
McFarland Unified School District
McFarland, CA
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 01.2009 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Education
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA 08.2006 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Finance
California State University Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 01.1991 - 05.1993
Affiliations
- Rotary International
- Middle School Student Council advisor
- Varsity Cheer coach
- 5th grade team lead
Timeline
English Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2017 - Current
5th/7th Grade ELA Teacher
Bullhead City Elementary School District
08.2012 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Phoenix
01.2009 - 07.2010
6th/7th Grade English Teacher
McFarland Unified School District
08.2008 - 05.2010
Master of Arts - Education
California State University - Bakersfield
08.2006 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Finance
California State University Sacramento
01.1991 - 05.1993
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