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Hi, I'm Joseph VanWagner

an experienced teacher, writer, and speaker dedicated to empowering and inspiring others through education and advocacy.

2015-Present

English Teacher & Mentor

Allen Independent School District
Allen, Texas

  • Modeling teaching strategies, conducting observations, and facilitating professional learning communities.

  • Tailoring instruction, resources, and assessments to varying abilities including language learners and gifted students.

  • Incorporating new technologies, enabling learners to demonstrate new skills.

  • Personal growth advocate providing individualized academic trajectory consultation, aiding college acceptance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE >

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Northwestern Michigan College

Associate of Science and Art

2002-2006

Communication and Information Technology

Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Art

2009-2011

English, Education, and Psychology

EDUCATION

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Writing & Editing

  • AP, APA, MLA, and Chicago styles

  • Creative, commercial, and news

Education & Training

  • All ages: pre-school through college

  • Award-winning secondary and adult educator

  • One-on-one or large groups

Instructional Design

  • Curriculum-writing

  • Collaborative lesson planning

  • Multi-modal/gamified activities

Management & Advocacy

  • Project Management

  • Personal consulting/planning

SKILLS

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Let's connect and explore working together!

(Additional contact information, references, and more available upon request.)

CONTACT ME

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