ALEXANDERIA N. JOHNSON
Kohl's Child Development Center
Milwaukee,Wisconsin
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated education professional with over five years of experience in early childhood education and youth programs. Skilled in developing interactive, age-appropriate activities, implementing curriculum, and managing classrooms. Focused on fostering children's emotional regulation, communication skills, and confidence within a supportive learning environment.
Work History
Assistant Teacher
4 Years 3 Months- Create and facilitate interactive, engaging activities that accommodate children across different age groups and developmental stages.
- Taught and encouraged children's independence through self-help routines, fostering confidence in toileting, dressing, and personal care.
- Teach and encourage children's independence through daily self-help routines, including toileting, dressing, and personal care.
- Help children develop emotional regulation skills and learn appropriate ways to express their feelings and manage frustration.
- Encourage children to communicate their needs, make requests, and express themselves through developmentally appropriate communication methods.
- Incorporated play-based learning experiences, enhancing creativity, exploration, social interaction, and problem-solving skills.
- Supported classroom management and applied behavior guidance techniques, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
- Collaborate with fellow educators to address children's individual needs and support their academic, social, emotional, and practical life skills.
Program Specialist
3 Years 6 Months- Supported youth programming and activities designed to encourage participation, engagement, and personal development.
- Maintained structured, welcoming, and supportive environment for program participants to enhance engagement.
- Utilized communication and conflict resolution skills to foster positive interactions and resolve challenges.
- Used communication and conflict resolution skills to encourage positive interactions and address challenges.
- Employed creativity and adaptability to meet participants' needs and promote involvement in program activities.
Program Coordinator
3 Months- Coordinated and implemented program activities to ensure successful execution.
- Organized activities and maintained effective program operations to enhance participant experience.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve program objectives and boost participant engagement.
- Applied communication, time management, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to daily responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies and Sociology
- Double Major
- Completed all coursework in Elementary Education.
- Fundamentals of Infants & Toddler Care
Skills
Early Childhood Education
Curriculum Implementation
Lesson Planning
Interactive Activity Development
Play-Based Learning
Social-Emotional Development
Emotion regulation
Emotional support
Dressing skills
Classroom Management
Behavior guidance
Communication Development
Conflict Resolution
Collaboration and Teamwork
Creativity and Adaptability
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Certification
Promoting Positive Behavior and Managing Aggression: 03/24/23
Fundamentals of Infant and Toddler Care: 09/15/22
Developmentally Appropriate Environments: Youngstar 2021-23: 06/07/22
Diversity in Organizations: 05/20/22
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Kohl's Child Development Center
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Program Coordinator
Unity in Motion
02.2022 - 05.2022Read More
Program Specialist
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
02.2019 - 08.2022Read More
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science from Educational Studies and Sociology
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PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
- Passionate about helping children develop independence, confidence, and essential life skills.
- Skilled in adapting activities to different ages, developmental stages, and learning needs.
- Committed to positive behavior guidance and social-emotional development.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments.
Personal Information
Title: Teacher Assistant | Early Childhood Education