Mrs. Joyce Keller
Teacher Spotlight
October 28, 2008
Name: Joyce Keller
Birthday: August 10, 1948
Where do you live: Rural Pleasant Hill
Where did you graduate from HS: Pleasant Hill
Where did you attend college: Jacksonville School of Practical Nursing
How many years have you worked at the school: 9 years
Current Duties & Responsibilities at PHGS: 0-3 parent trainer
Are you married: Yes Spouse’s Name: Pat Keller
Children: (Names & Ages) Grandchildren (Names & Ages)
Karen (step daughter)- 39 Alex- 16
Jeff- 35 Gabi- 14
Jenny-32 Jacob- 3
Jay- 28 Jalie- 10
Brittney- 16 Grant- 8
Jade- 3
Clint- 16
Clay- 11
Cameron- 9
Hobbies: Spending time in my flower garden, and with our family.
Who or what inspired you to pursue your career? Nothing, Steve Goodman called me and asked me if I was interested in the job.
What was your most memorable moment while working here? To many to count
What is your favorite thing about your job? I enjoy going into the homes of the children and watching their parents play and interact with them, they are, as they should be, so proud of the children.
Mottos or quotes: Worry is a useless emotion
What kind of characteristics makes a good PAT coordinator? Having a positive attitude
How does your job help the students at Pleasant Hill Elementary School? I watch for any red flags and seek early interventions if necessary.
How does this job require you to work after school? Many of my parents work during the day and are only able to have home visits in the evening. I’m good with doing evening visits for the working parents. We also have monthly family nights.
