Joseph Ludolph

Dedicated social studies teacher with 2 years of experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Skilled in delivering engaging lessons that promote critical thinking and civic awareness. Proven ability to assess student learning and adjust instruction to enhance comprehension. Committed to fostering a respectful classroom environment and collaborating with colleagues to support student success.

Social Studies Teacher - Perquimans County Schools

(2024-08)

• Planned and delivered daily social studies lessons aligned with Perquimans County Schools curriculum standards, using varied instructional strategies to build students’ understanding of history, civics, geography, and economics concepts.
• Assessed student learning through formative and summative assessments, analyzed results to identify gaps, and adjusted instruction, review activities, and small-group support to improve comprehension and retention.
• Managed a structured, respectful classroom environment by establishing clear expectations, implementing consistent routines, and using positive behavior supports that encouraged student engagement and on-task behavior.
• Integrated primary and secondary source analysis, map skills, and current events discussions into lessons to promote critical thinking, civic awareness, and connections between course content and students’ daily lives.
• Collaborated with grade-level teams and support staff to align units, share resources, and communicate student progress with families through conferences, progress reports, and regular school-approved communication channels.

Special Education Teacher - HYDE COUNTY SCHOOLS - Swanquarter, NC

(2019-08 - 2024-07)

I worked in a self-contained classroom with an assistant and students requiring one-on-one support due to disability and behavior issues. My students required very specialized learning plans due to being several grade levels behind. I also taught inclusive special education with students with varying learning disabilities From 16-18 I worked as a middle school math teacher as well has a high school science teacher.

Maintenance Technician - Dayton Aviation Natiuonal Historical Park - Dayton, OH

(2008-04 - 2009-04)

This work consisted of general maintenance as well as construction research on building materials to come as close as possible to historic paint color; for example, interior and exterior work was done on turn-of-the-century buildings. I also cleaned and maintained museum exhibits, worked and managed museum events, making sure all was prepared and well attended.

Master's degree - History education - East Carolina University (2010-07 - 2011-07)

Bachelor's degree - History - Wright State University-Main Campus (1988-01 - 1992-12)