This document is a resume for Joshua Katz that summarizes his education and career experience. Katz has a Master's degree in Educational Leadership and Bachelor's degrees in Elementary Education and History. He has over 12 years of teaching experience in both elementary and middle school social studies. Currently, Katz works as the ISS Coordinator and Title One Site Coordinator in the Keansburg School District, where he develops curriculum, facilitates professional development, and coordinates character education programs. Prior teaching roles included positions in East Orange and Paterson. Katz has experience in curriculum development, data analysis, budgeting, and assisting with school administration responsibilities.

1. J O S H U A K A T Z
105 East Lincoln Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
732.710.6773
joshuakatz8@gmail.com
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Kean University
Master of Education - Educational Leadership 2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education and History 2001
New Jersey State Principal and Supervisor Certifications, 2014
Teacher of Social Studies Standard Certificate
New Jersey K-8 Standard Certificate
C A R E E R T R A C K
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE
Keansburg Township School District
ISS Coordinator/Title One Site Coordinator 2014-Present
Ø Deliver Professional development to staff covering effective classroom management, balanced literacy
implementation, and effective curriculum application in the classroom.
Ø Develop Curriculum and facilitate delivery; assisted with ILP development and analysis for Title One
students and teachers
Ø Developed ISS(In School Suspension) program contributing to significant reduction in conduct referrals(data
provided upon request)
Ø Developed and maintained peer mediation program while participating in school/community outreach efforts
Ø Training in Danielson and McRel evaluation systems
Ø PBSIS(Positive Behavioral Support In Schools) team coordinator; Collaborate with faculty in the
implementation and support of character education programming, school policy, and student code of
conduct
Ø Collaboration with I&RS Committee; Conduct research and data collection on effectiveness of disciplinary
measures
Ø Assisted in development and execution of schools’ emergency management planning
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Keansburg School District
6
th
Grade Social Studies Teacher 2007-2015
Ø Develop/deliver comprehensive curriculum detailing cross-cultural connections and awareness of ancient
civilizations and world religions
Ø Incorporating higher order thinking skills in daily instruction
Ø Chair of Curriculum and Instruction Strategies Committees
Ø Incorporate LEADS-based Learning Centers, Restorative Practices and PBSIS Model into classroom
operations.
Ø Incorporated writing assessments into Social Studies and Language Arts instruction.
Keansburg School District
Boys’ Wrestling Coach 2007
Ø Promoted and facilitated teamwork in collaboration with assistant coaches.
Ø Authored detailed progress reports for Athletic Director.
Ø Tracked and monitored individual progress.

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East Orange School District
7
th
and 8
th
Grade Social Studies Teacher, 2003 - 2004
Ø Formulated and administered classroom lessons on US Domestic Government, US History and History of
Western Civilization.
Ø Successfully facilitated consistent SGO increase in student grade point average through consistent student
engagement.
Ø As Social Studies Team Chair, produced and directed cross-curricular Social Studies and Language Arts
Centers.
Alexander Hamilton Academy; Township of Paterson
5
th
and 6
th
Grade Social Studies Teacher 2002-2003
3
rd
Grade Teacher 2001-2002
Ø Proficiently taught students Mathematics, Social Studies, Language Arts and Science courses and instituted
Cooperative Learning Centers for each of these disciplines.
Ø Knowledgeably managed classroom sessions covering US Domestic Government, US History and History
of Western Civilization.
Ø Expertly promoted and facilitated crucial social interaction skills among students.
P R O F I L E O F Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S
Ø ISS Coordinator/Title One Summer Site Coordinator
Ø Assistant building level Dean of Students
Ø Twelve years teaching experience in Title One districts.
Ø Coordinator of Parental Involvement PLC (2011-2013); Creation and implementation of Parent-
Teacher chat board.
Ø Coordinator of PBSIS (2013-2015; Positive Behavioral Support In Schools) school climate and
culture committee.
Ø Member of School Interview/Hiring Panel
Ø Coordinator of Social Studies Curriculum Committee (2012-2013); responsible for aligning school
curriculum to Common Core standards
Ø Contributing Member of Student Special Services Consultation panel.
Ø Well versed in GENESIS software for evaluation, scheduling, record keeping, and lesson design.
Ø Assisted with Master Schedule Development.
Ø Budget development and analysis
References
Craig Palmer: Former Principal, Current Principal St. Mary School- (732) 671-0129
James Altobello: Former Vice Principal, Current Principal Navesink School-(732)-291-0289
Dr. Thomas Tramaglini: Superintendent, Kenilworth School District -(908)-276-1644