Brooklynn Johnson
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dedicated and outgoing Forensic Professional with 6 years of teaching experience across various age groups. Seeking to expand expertise in Forensic Psychology while remaining passionate about mental health, rehabilitation, and promoting diversity within Forensic Science. Committed to ongoing professional development through education, training, and certifications.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Chair/Assistant Professor of Forensic Science
Southern University at New Orleans
New Orleans, La
08.2021 - Current
- Serves as Interim Chair of the Forensic Science program.
- Supervises three faculty members and two staff members.
- Manages the annual budget for program and laboratory needs, including instrumentation, maintenance, supplies, training, accreditation, recruitment, and travel.
- Oversees Forensic Science majors, providing academic support.
- Teaches upper and lower-level courses and offers hands-on training for students in Forensic Science, Psychology, Biology, and Criminal Justice programs.
- Mentors' students to secure internships at Innovative Risk Management Laboratory, International Cold Case Analysis Project in Germany, and New Orleans Police Department Crime Laboratory (NOPD).
- Conducts student advisement every Fall, Spring, and Summer.
- Participates in grant writing to enhance academic excellence through scholarships and hands-on training.
- Writes proposals to secure research funding.
- Attends and conducts faculty and departmental meetings, voicing concerns and providing suggestions for improvement.
- Conducts research in Forensic Psychology, highlighting the interrelationship between Psychology and Forensic Science.
2nd Grade Teacher
Noble Minds Institute
New Orleans, La
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Administer informal and formal school assessments
- Communicate expectations and curriculum requirements to reinforce classroom goals
- Communicate student progress and areas needing improvement to parents during parent conferences
- Create and adapt lesson plans and classroom work to meet students' individual needs
- Create instructional materials appropriate for students with a wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturities
- Design lesson plans and instructional material conforming to current state and district standards
- Establish and maintain relationships with students, parents, staff and community members
- Maintain comprehensive student records documenting attendance, grades and progress towards goals.
In Home Stylist
West Elm
New Orleans, La
07.2014 - 07.2019
- Addressed and resolved customer issues promptly and efficiently.
- Processed customer payments using cash, credit cards, and checks, ensuring validity.
- Assisted clients in understanding service options and selecting appropriate plans.
- Collaborated with Ensemble to create and develop floorplans.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and upper management to ensure comprehensive customer care.
- Highlighted product features to customers, clarifying capabilities and limitations.
- Assessed customer needs and recommended suitable service options.
- Followed up with customers to ensure satisfaction with purchases.
- Completed administrative tasks, including paperwork, phone management, and appointment scheduling.
- Welcomed and assisted customers upon arrival.
- Identified potential customers through business directories, conferences, trade shows, and client referrals.
Science Teacher
New Orleans Charter Science & Mathematics High School
New Orleans, La
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Served as an Environmental Science, Physical Science, and Chemistry Teacher, teaching high school students STEM curriculum
- Attended staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and in-services
- Designed engaging and interactive lesson plans and clearly defined learning goals and objectives
- Established and maintained high standards of student behavior
- Evaluated students' progress towards learning objectives, expectations and goals by grading assignments and conducting routine assessments like quizzes and tests
- Maintained comprehensive student records, including attendance, grades, and academic work.
Science Teacher
Tulane University Upward Bound
New Orleans, La
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Created and managed camp programs and activities
- Established and maintained high standards of student behavior
- Designed engaging and interactive lesson plans and clearly defined learning goals and objectives
- Assisted in supporting and coordinating activities, field trips and road events for high school students.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Saybrook University
California 12.2026
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Multitasking
- Creating Lesson Plans
- Microsoft Office
- Moodle
- Canvas
- Google Drive Suite
- Blackboard
- Project Management
- Research
- Presenting
- Strategic leadership
- Delegation Abilities
- Innovation Encouragement
- Meeting facilitation
- Influencing skills
- Staff Development
- Motivation Techniques
- Innovative and Visionary
- Annual Planning
- Business Administration
- Media Relations
Related Experiences
- Public/Media Appearance - Guest Speaker
- Radio Interview with WWL Radio New Orleans, La - 2016
- Professional Organizations - National Institute of Science - 2011 – 2013
- Delta Delta Epsilon - 2014-2016
- Outstanding Service Award - Southern University at New Orleans - 2014-2016
- Internships - New Orleans Coroners' Office - Jan-May 2016
- Hutton Forensics - 08/2019-03/2020
- Research/Publications - Hutton,E., Johnson,B., Barone,P., Harmon, J., & Helwig, A. (2021). Investigating criminality patterns in female juveniles that commit homicide: Establishing a baseline for criminal profiles. Currently writing.
Certification
- Profiling African American Serial Killers October 2019
- Investigating Cults in Crime Scene Investigations October 2019
- DNA Touch in Sex Crimes October 2019
- Investigating Homicide Patterns in Murdered Pregnant Teens January 2020
- Investigating Strategies in Criminal Profiling February 2020
- Dismemberment in Crime Scene Investigations April 2020
- Profiling Home Invasions-Robberies May 2020
- Profiling Crime Scenes of Men That Poison May 2020
Instructional Lecture and Lab Experience
- Forensic Science Seminar
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Professional Practice in Forensic Science
- Introduction to Forensic Entomology
- Introduction to Forensic Entomology Lab
- General Psychology
- Victimology
- Forensic Psychology
- Crime and Culture
- Senior Comprehension Exam
- Forensic Science Internship
Timeline
Interim Chair/Assistant Professor of Forensic Science
Southern University at New Orleans
08.2021 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Noble Minds Institute
08.2019 - 05.2021
Science Teacher
Tulane University Upward Bound
08.2016 - 05.2017
Science Teacher
New Orleans Charter Science & Mathematics High School
07.2016 - 07.2017
In Home Stylist
West Elm
07.2014 - 07.2019
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Saybrook University
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Southern University At New Orleans
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University At New Orleans