Brenda Johnson
Clarkridge,AR
Summary
Dynamic substitute teacher skilled in classroom management and student engagement. Committed to fostering collaboration and creating positive learning environments through innovative lesson plans and effective communication.
Professional educator with strong foundation in early childhood and elementary education. Proven ability to adapt to varying classroom environments and maintain constructive learning atmosphere. Highly collaborative, consistently supporting team efforts and adjusting to meet changing classroom needs. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and fostering student engagement and growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Gainsville Public School
2025.01 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Fostered collaboration among students through group activities and discussions.
- Provided feedback on student progress, helping identify areas for improvement.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance lesson delivery and student engagement.
Outreach Coordinator
Impact Faith Church
2023.01 - Current
- Developed and implemented outreach programs to engage community members effectively.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts, enhancing participation and support for church activities.
- Managed communication strategies, including newsletters and social media updates.
- Collaborated with leadership to align outreach initiatives with church mission and goals.
- Trained and mentored new volunteers, improving team efficiency and engagement.
- Analyzed outreach program outcomes to refine strategies for better impact.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach efforts and resources.
- Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Mountain Home Public Schools
2021.01 - 2026.01
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Cultivated a supportive classroom atmosphere by effectively managing student behavior and promoting respect among peers.
- Assisted teachers in implementing curriculum and instructional strategies seamlessly.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet individual student needs and preferences.
Children's Ministry Director
Real Life Church
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Developed engaging children's programs that fostered spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Trained and mentored volunteer staff to enhance teaching effectiveness and program delivery.
- Coordinated weekly activities and events, ensuring alignment with church mission and values.
- Implemented curriculum improvements based on feedback from parents and participants to increase satisfaction.
- Established safety protocols for children's ministry activities, prioritizing child protection and well-being.
- Led outreach initiatives targeting families in the community, promoting church engagement through special events.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and resource allocation.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through surveys and assessments, driving continuous improvement efforts in offerings.
Teacher
Mountain Home Christian Academy
2007.09 - 2014.07
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and initiatives.
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods for continuous improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA08.1995
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior management
- Positive reinforcement
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Activity planning
- Behavior modeling
- Lesson implementation
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Gainsville Public School
2025.01 - Current
Outreach Coordinator
Impact Faith Church
2023.01 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Mountain Home Public Schools
2021.01 - 2026.01
Children's Ministry Director
Real Life Church
2014.01 - 2016.01
Teacher
Mountain Home Christian Academy
2007.09 - 2014.07
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Allan Hancock College