APRIL JOHNSON
Edina Early Learning Center
Eagan,US
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with expertise in child development, classroom management, and curriculum design. Delivers engaging lesson plans that promote social skills and adapt to diverse learning needs. Creates a safe, inclusive environment fostering collaboration and effective communication.
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
5 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated small group activities that engaged students in meaningful tasks, enhancing individual learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that supported social, emotional, and cognitive development for all students.
- Conducted assessments to measure student understanding of concepts taught.
- Established effective communication with parents and guardians, promoting collaboration on academic progress and behavior.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices related to early childhood education.
Program Supervisor
4 Years- Supervised 10+ staff members and 40 preschool children for before and after school activities.
- Supervised daily operations and activities, ensuring adherence to educational standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented program policies and procedures that ensured compliance with regulations and enhanced operational efficiency.
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities and gross motor time that strengthened relationships with staff and children.
- Created and executed engaging curriculum programs that supported children's cognitive and social development.
- Developed rapport with families and children fostering trust, respect, and a safe and fun learning environment.
- Coached team members on effective communication methods when interacting with parents and teachers.
- Facilitated partnerships with building teachers, leadership, and custodial staff to increase program reach and effectiveness.
Academic Program Advisor
2 Years 2 Months- Provided individualized advising to students on academic and personal matters, helping them develop appropriate educational plans.
- Managed caseload of advisees, guiding course selection, sequencing decisions, and major/minor declaration process to align with academic goals.
- Counseled at-risk students to maintain enrollment in courses, facilitating referrals to additional support services as needed.
- Developed comprehensive reports on student progress towards degree completion goals, enabling targeted interventions.
- Facilitated communication between students, faculty advisors, department chairs, deans.
Education
BS - Business Administration
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Social-Emotional Learning
Special Needs Support
Classroom Management
Professional Development
Play-Based Learning
Child Development Knowledge
Curriculum Planning
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving
Emotional support
Creative Arts Integration
Lesson design
Certification
- Licensed Birth-3rd Grade Teacher- 2026
Languages
English
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher
Edina Early Learning Center
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Program Supervisor
Concord Elementary
03.2016 - 03.2020Read More
Academic Program Advisor
Rasmussen College
01.2014 - 03.2016Read More
North Central University
BS from Business Administration
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Grand Canyon University
Master of Science from Early Childhood Education
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