Background
Janna Murphy is a literacy coach and has been in the education field for the past 20 years. Beginning her teaching career in the New York City Public Schools as a second grade teacher, Janna became fascinated by the world of literacy teaching and learning. After her first few years in the classroom, Janna enrolled in the Advanced Literacy Program at Bank Street College where she was able to work alongside many renowned experts and researchers of literacy learning. After completing this program, Janna returned to Massachusetts and began working as a reading specialist on the South Shore. After 11 years working with at-risk readers, Janna moved into the literacy coach role where she is able to support teachers in bringing best literacy practices to their classrooms. Janna is passionate about ensuring all children have access to quality literacy instruction as it is every child's right to read.
Education & Certifications
- MEd Elementary Education, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
- MEd Reading, Bank Street College of Education
Courses Taught
- Pedagogy of Reading and English Language Arts
- Teaching Phonological and Phonemic Awareness and Phonics
- Teaching Literacy
- Teaching Children's Literature