Joy Elzinga

Assistant Professor of Education; Director of Student Teaching

I Serve in...

Education Department

Education

• MS, Curriculum and Instruction, Ball State University
• BS, Elementary Education (Kindergarten and Computer Endorsement, Reading Recovery Certification), Purdue University

Career Accomplishments

My greatest accomplishments are being a small part of life changing moments with children and students. My years working with children in ministry and individually through reading intervention were a joy!

Being a part of children growing in Christ was a privilege, and sitting with students as they realized they could succeed in something hard like reading was an honor. Walking alongside students as they become more like Christ in their pursuit of a calling in education is an honor.

About

I worked in public education from 2000-2017 in various areas. I had opportunities to work in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, Reading Intervention, Title I administrator, High Ability Coordinator, and Curriculum and Instruction Director. Over the last four years, I was privileged to lead the children's ministry at our church.

My husband and I have five children and we love watching them use their God-given talents and gifts in sports and activities. I love to exercise, read, and travel to new places with friends and family.