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Joscelyn Buford
Theater and Creative Writing Teacher, Hinds County School District
Location: Vicksburg, MS United States
Joined: Jun 6th, 2007
About   (request update)
Just because I'm me!!!!
My Interview Question
I don
Current Whereabouts:
Reading, school, computer games, family, friends, getting some sleep when I can!
Life & Professional Aspirations:
About to start working on my Master's and eventually I want to teach Literature on the college level and write great novels!!!
Website:
http://myspace.com/joscelynb
Education   (request update)
Alcorn State University class of 2008
Undergrad Major: Mass Communication
Campus Organization:
Delta Sigma Theta
Most Memorable Moment:
Becoming a DevaSTing lady of DST April 7, 1993, riding the loop, visiting my friends at Grambling, roller skating through Burrus Hall with my LS Stephanie because almost everyone else had gone home for the weekend, Honor's trip to Houston, watching the fabulous "Air 2 McNair Show" in Jack Spinks Stadium
High School: Vicksburg High School in Vicksburg, MS class of 1991
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
Band, National Honor Society, Just Say No, Yearbook Staff, SADD
Best Memories:
So many! Going to ATL on band trip, marching in parade at Epcot Center my senior year, beating Warren Central in football my senior year, proms, dances.....
Experience
I currently work with Hinds County School District as Theater and Creative Writing Teacher
I have 1 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.
Theater and Creative Writing Teacher | Hinds County School District
From August 2025 to Current • 1 year(s)
 Instructed high school students in theater and creative writing, fostering artistic expression. Developed engaging scripts and modeled acting techniques to enhance student performance and creativity.
Asset Management Analyst | Vectrus via AllStaff Technical Solutions
From April 2016 to July 2016 • 0 year(s)
 Assisted in processing software licensing requests, validating purchasing requirements, and managing license compliance using the Flexera system.
Software Assets Manager | Vectrus
From April 2016 to July 2016 • 0 year(s)
 Managed software assets including licensing requests, purchasing requirements, and license compliance.
Social Studies Teacher | Vicksburg Warren School District, Vicksburg Jr High
From January 2016 to April 2016 • 0 year(s)
 Taught social studies to junior high school students.
Technical Editor | Bowhead Professional Services
From July 2014 to November 2015 • 1 year(s)
 Edited documents, letters, reports, and presentations for engineers and government employees at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Consulted with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and compliance with government and journal guidelines.
Technical Writer/Editor | UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies
From June 2014 to November 2015 • 1 year(s)
 Edited documents for government workers using the Chicago Manual of Style and US government requirements. Wrote blurbs and reports as needed.
Middle School Teacher | Warren Central Jr. High
From August 2012 to May 2014 • 2 year(s)
 Provided students with grammatical and literary knowledge, created lesson plans, and handled classroom management. Collaborated with administrators and parents as needed.
7th and 8th Grade Reading/Read 180 Teacher | Warren Central Jr. High
From August 2010 to August 2012 • 2 year(s)
 Implemented intervention programs to assist students with low reading levels improve comprehension skills using READ 180 guidelines.
English Teacher | Vicksburg High School
From August 2008 to August 2010 • 2 year(s)
 Provided students with grammatical and literary knowledge, created lesson plans, and managed classroom behavior. Consulted with administrators and parents as necessary.
Table Game Dealer | Ameristar Casino Vicksburg
From April 2007 to April 2008 • 1 year(s)
 Dealt multiple table games, handled money, and provided customer service and entertainment for casino guests.
Rural Carrier Associate | United States Postal Service
From December 2004 to July 2005 • 1 year(s)
 Served as a substitute letter carrier, sorting and delivering mail in the absence of the regular carrier.
Greeter | Memphis Grizzlies/FedEx Forum
From August 2004 to May 2005 • 1 year(s)
 Assisted guests in finding seats, vendors, and other locations during games and events held at FedEx Forum.
My Groups
Alcorn State University Alumni
Guestbook Comments
Hi, my name is Patricia Neely-Dorsey. I am from Tupelo, MS. I have just recently published a book of poetry that I think you would enjoy. Please check out my page for details.
Tagged by Patricia Neely-Dorsey on 09/07/2008  
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