Joseph Francis Minore, Jr.

4th Grade Teacher at Cascadia School

Created a safe and welcoming classroom environment; designed and implemented the entire 4th grade curriculum; collaborated with parents to support students; implemented data-informed instructional practices; applied PBIS strategies to support student success.

5th Grade Teacher at Victor Falls Elementary

Led 5th grade as classroom teacher; represented the school district’s curriculum at Curriculum Night; directed writing curriculum for 5th grade; implemented and studied PBIS practices; collaborated with grade-level teams; piloted a new district math curriculum; pursued professional development to enhance expertise.

Long Term Substitute at Campbell Hill Elementary

Served as a long-term substitute in a 5th grade classroom; established and maintained classroom expectations; supported students’ return to in-person learning post-pandemic; assisted students in writing skills development for the 5th grade seminal writing project; built strong relationships with students and families; employed trauma-informed instructional approaches.

Student Teacher at Discovery Community School

Student taught in 4th and 5th grade hybrid classroom; collaborated with mentor teacher to implement teaching practices; adapted teaching strategies to curriculum and school expectations; built relationships with students and families.