About MeMy name is JoAnna Foster. I have been a special education teacher for 4.5 years. I started my career in Houston and moved to Dripping Springs last school year.
My passion in teaching is finding students the tools they need in order to be successful in the most least restrictive setting possible. My goal is to build on each students' strengths while their weaknesses are brought up simultaneously. I promise to use your interests to make school fun and give you the best support possible. I look at education with the mindset that we are a team, so please know that I am aways available and will be collaborating with the general education teacher, administration, community leaders, and any and all other relevant support. |
Certifications• Bachelors from the University of Texas
• Teaching Certifications: - Generalist EC-6 - Special Education EC- 12 - ESL Supplement - GT certified |
Experience• Resource/ Inclusion for the upper elementary grades
• Full Inclusion Kinder Co-Teacher- Worked with administration to pilot the program. This has been my favorite role, as each child grew exponentially in social, communication, and academic aspects. • PPCD Lead Teacher - Created communication and behavior tools for students to work more effectively in the general education setting while modifying their academics as needed. • Montessori Teacher Assistant - I learned to facilitate students' goals and build their independence through individualized learning paths. |
Personal Life• I am married with two children and one on the way! I will be working closely with Lacey Kissinger to continue to personalize your students learning through meetings and the app Seesaw.
• I love skating, playing roller derby, finding new dripping spring adventures with the family, running with the dogs, learning, and hiking in my free time. |