Amber L. Johnson
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. Analytical problem-solver successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK Lead Teacher/Team Lead
Childtime Learning Center
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Implement behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and positive learning environment
- Develop lesson plans and curricula to meet academic, social and emotional needs of students
- Attend meetings and professional development
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
Waitress/Hostess
Texas Steakhouse
Chesapeake, VA
02.2019 - Current
- Waited tables and provided excellent face to face customer service to create a great guest experience
SPED Teacher Assistant
Portlock Primary School
Chesapeake, VA
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted teacher in running lessons and classroom routines
- Utilized assistive technologies such as speech recognition software or adaptive keyboards when necessary.
- Developed individualized education plans and monitored student progress in accordance with IEPs.
- Assisted in developing social skills curricula for students with autism spectrum disorders.
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication about their child's academic progress.
Director of Sales / Supervisor
Gameworks Chesapeake
Chesapeake, VA
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Trained, coached and mentored new employees to consistently exceed personal and department goals
Quick Service Food/Beverage
Walt Disney World Company
Orlando, Fl
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Delivered a quality, high energy, customer satisfaction-oriented experience
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant & Stratton College
Virginia Beach, VA06-2022
General Education Diploma -
Camden County High School
06.2013
Skills
- Lesson development
- Classroom Management
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Modeling
- Student Records Management
- Teacher Training
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Regulatory Compliance
- Childcare requirements
- Compliance understanding
- Child Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Teacher coaching
- Safety awareness
- Safe learning environment
- Lesson Planning
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
PreK Lead Teacher/Team Lead
Childtime Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
SPED Teacher Assistant
Portlock Primary School
02.2022 - 06.2023
Waitress/Hostess
Texas Steakhouse
02.2019 - Current
Director of Sales / Supervisor
Gameworks Chesapeake
02.2017 - 06.2019
Quick Service Food/Beverage
Walt Disney World Company
05.2016 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Bryant & Stratton College
General Education Diploma -
Camden County High School