Amanda Johnson
Fourpaws Playground
620 Warren Glen Road Bloomsbury,NJ
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated Health and Physical Education K–12 teacher candidate at Kean University with experience in classroom instruction, student supervision, coaching, and extracurricular leadership. Currently serving as an Assistant Coach for the Phillipsburg High School Dance Team/Color Guard, with additional experience as a substitute teacher across elementary and high school settings. Skilled in creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments while adapting instruction to meet diverse student needs. Phillipsburg High School graduate with a strong commitment to student development, wellness, physical activity, and serving the local school community.
Work History
Counselor
3 Years 4 Months- Led groups of children safely through a variety of activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Collaborated with staff to design and implement innovative activities that enhanced camper experience.
- Supervised activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety, and inclusivity.
- Supervised children on field trips
- Supervised and coordinated evening programs for middle and high school students, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.
Program Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Coordinated and facilitated bi-weekly iLEAD Youth Coalition meetings, enhancing youth engagement through agenda development and attendance tracking
- Expanded youth coalition participation by targeting underrepresented populations, including Hispanic/Latino youth and residents of public housing communities
- Coordinated prevention curriculum presentations (Prevention Plus Wellness, Don't Get Vaped In) for middle school, high school, athletes, and community youth groups
- Assisted with grant-aligned programming and reporting, ensuring accurate tracking of activities, outcomes, and participation data
- Supported development and execution of youth-driven social media campaigns that promoted substance use prevention and healthy decision-making
- Ensured youth safety and supervision during programs, events, and drop-in sessions; completed incident reports and enforced organizational protocols
Substitute Teacher
5 Months- Delivered lesson plans and maintained classroom continuity across diverse grade levels.
- Managed student behavior using established school procedures and positive reinforcement.
- Managed attendance and equipment setup for daily physical education classes.
- Supervised student activities while reinforcing gym rules and safety expectations.
Dance Teacher
4 Years 4 Months- Developed and delivered lesson plans that introduced students to diverse dance techniques, fostering skill acquisition and artistic expression.
- Facilitated weekly classes that encouraged creativity and physical fitness, contributing to students' overall well-being and confidence.
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
Doggie Daycare Attendant
4 Years 4 Months- Supervised dog playgroups, monitored behavior, and separated incompatible pets to maintain safe daycare environment.
- Greeted clients, completed check-in and check-out routines, and communicated pet updates clearly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
- Dean's List 2023-2026
- 3.90 GPA
High School Diploma
- Extracurricular Activities: Dance Team, Girls Junior Varsity and Varsity Lacrosse
- Elected Captain of Dance Team
- Elected Captain of Girls Varsity Lacrosse
- Key Club Member
Skills
Group Supervision
Youth Engagement
Group leadership
Program Facilitation
Program Development
Safety Oversight
Behavioral Guidance
Youth behavior guidance
Accomplishments
- Joseph H. Firth Youth Centers 2023 Youth Service Award Recipient
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Anticipated Certification in Driver Education Instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS (Educational Staffing Solutions)
01.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Program Assistant
Joseph H Firth Youth Center
06.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Counselor
Joseph H. Firth Youth Center
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Doggie Daycare Attendant
Fourpaws Playground
06.2022 - CurrentRead More
Dance Teacher
Joseph H. Firth Youth Center
09.2021 - 01.2026Read More
Kean University
Bachelor of Science from Health And Physical Education
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Phillipsburg High School
High School Diploma
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