Joylyn Duffy
Milwaukee
Summary
Accomplished K4 Teacher at MPS, Fifty-Third Street School, adept in enhancing student learning through hands-on activities and fostering a supportive environment. Excelled in parent-teacher communication and curriculum development, ensuring students' success in literacy and math. Collaborated effectively with K5 teachers, demonstrating exceptional adaptability and commitment to educational excellence. Kind Kindergarten Teacher with 35 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
K4 Teacher
MPSFifty-Third Street School
08.1999 - 06.2024
- Integrated hands-on activities within core subjects to enhance learning retention, bolstering lesson engagement across all subject matters.
- Established high expectations for both academic achievement and behavior, challenging students to reach their full potential consistently.
- Improved classroom behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices in K-4 education, sharing insights gained through years of experience in the field.
K4 Teacher
Christ King School
08.1994 - 06.1999
- Participated actively in professional development workshops and conferences, staying current on educational trends and research to continually refine teaching methods.
- Supported the social-emotional growth of students by creating a caring, inclusive classroom community that celebrates diversity and fosters respect for others.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities and open-ended questions into lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, ensuring continuity of instruction and seamless integration of content areas.
K4 Teacher
Archdiocese of Milwaukee
08.1989 - 06.1994
- Assessed student progress regularly, using data-driven techniques to inform instructional decisions and differentiate instruction as needed.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting instruction to meet individual needs.
- Boosted student confidence and self-esteem by providing regular opportunities for collaborative work and peer feedback.
- Promoted literacy development with engaging reading materials and targeted skill-building activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
National Louis University
Chicago, ILBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Early Childhood
St. Norbert College
De Pere, WI05.1989
Skills
Parent-Teacher Communication
Collaborative Teaching
Child Development
Literacy development
Mathematics Instruction
Timeline
K4 Teacher
MPSFifty-Third Street School
08.1999 - 06.2024
K4 Teacher
Christ King School
08.1994 - 06.1999
K4 Teacher
Archdiocese of Milwaukee
08.1989 - 06.1994
Master of Arts - Education
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Early Childhood
St. Norbert College