JO.ANN K. WOESSNER
201-***-**** ************@*****.*** 10 Palm Street, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in early childhood. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and success through effective classroom management and tailored disability accommodations. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that empower all students to thrive.
SKILLS
● Lesson Planning
● Differentiated Instruction
● Student assessment
● Instructional technology
● Classroom management
● Disability accommodations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Preschool/Elementary Teacher Woodland Park, NJ School District August 2007-June 2025
● Planned and implemented engaging lessons for preschool to second grade students, fostering a love of learning.
● Delivered individualized and whole group instruction in elementary classrooms, enhancing student understanding and participation.
● Modified instructional strategies for students with disabilities, ensuring inclusive learning environments.
Preschool Disabilities Teacher Westwood, NJ Regional School District August 1999-June 2007
● Developed and executed tailored instructional strategies for students with multi-disabilities, enhancing individual learning experiences.
● Implemented innovative teaching strategies using technology and multimedia resources.
● Planned engaging lesson plans to meet diverse students’ needs.
● Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration. Instructional Paraprofessional, Northern Valley Regional School District-The Valley Program Demarest, NJAugust 1997-June 1999
● Facilitated Applied Behavior Analysis lessons in a K-2 Autistic classroom, enhancing students’ engagement and learning outcomes.
● Supported students with individualized learning plans and special needs accommodations.
● Assisted teachers in delivering lessons to diverse student populations.
● Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive leaRning environment. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, English minor St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY May 1991
Graduate candidate in Reading Literacy
Long Island University, Orangeburg NY
CERTIFICATIONS
NJ Teacher of the Handicapped
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
NJ Governor’s Educator of the Year 2017-2018