Josie Groves

Experience

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  GREENBRIER COUNTY SCHOOLS

  Jul 2010 - Jun 2021

  Delivered engaging and comprehensive lessons to middle and high school students in English Language ArtsCreated a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted active participation and critical thinkingUtilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilitiesMaintained open communication with parents and caregivers to ensure student success —————————————-Duties:6th Grade ELA; SAT (Student-Assistance Team) Coordinator for all 6th grade students; Wellness Coordinator liaison from district leadership to school-level educators; Head Cheerleading Coach for two years Show less

  • High School English Teacher

    Jul 2018 - Jun 2021

  • Middle School English Teacher

    Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  • English as a Second Language Specialist

    Jul 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Middle School English Teacher

    Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  • English as a Second Language Specialist

    Jul 2014 - Jun 2015

  • Technology Integration Specialist

    Jul 2013 - Jun 2014

  • Middle School English Teacher

    Jul 2010 - Jun 2013
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  GREENBRIER COUNTY SCHOOLS

  Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  High School English Teacher

  Delivered engaging and comprehensive lessons to middle and high school students in English Language ArtsCreated a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted active participation and critical thinkingUtilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilitiesMaintained open communication with parents and caregivers to ensure student success —————————————-Duties: 9th and 10th Grade English Language Arts; Journalism I, II, III, and IV; Honors 9th and 10th ELA Show less

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  Nicholas County Schools

  Jan 2022 - Nov 2023

  Coordinated district-wide initiatives focused on curriculum development, teacher training, and student engagementCollaborated with school administrators to implement effective instructional strategies and ensure alignment with state standardsOrganized professional development workshops for educators, fostering a culture of continuous learningDeveloped and maintained partnerships with community organizations to enhance student support services

  • Federal Programs Coordinator

    Feb 2022 - Nov 2023

  • High School English Teacher

    Jan 2022 - Mar 2022
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  WVDE/Marshall University

  Nov 2023 - now

  Literacy Specialist

  As an extension of the statewide Ready, Read, Write, West Virginia initiative, my role involves collaborating with educators and county instructional leaders. Together, we are dedicated to the transformation of schools and communities into dynamic and engaging learning environments focused on providing guidance and coaching to promote high-quality literacy instruction firmly grounded in the science of reading.