Chelsea Johnston
Chino Valley,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator and former Team Lead at American Leadership Academy, skilled in relationship building and classroom management. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and interactive methods, fostering a supportive environment. Proven ability to mentor peers and communicate effectively with parents, ensuring comprehensive support for student success. Arizona teaching credential holder.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Instructor M+K Fitness
Self-employed
Prescott, AZ
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Teacher - Team Lead
American Leadership Academy
Gilbert, AZ
07.2014 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Collaborated with support staff such as counselors, special education specialists, and paraprofessionals to provide comprehensive services for students within the grade level team.
- Mentored new teachers within the grade level, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and curriculum implementation.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improved instruction.
- Monitored student performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement in both teaching methods and curriculum content.
- Student Government Advisor: worked directly with students in leadership organization, organized events, and community service projects, including discipline or mediation when required.
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
ITeach Canidate - ASU
Gilbert, AZ
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, continually improving teaching skills and staying current on best practices in education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, creating connections between subjects for students.
- Utilized various assessment methods to monitor student progress, tailoring instruction as needed to address areas of weakness.
Student Intern - Teacher
ASU - Elementary Education
Queen Creek, AZ
08.2011 - 06.2012
- 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.
- Collaborated with support staff such as counselors, special education specialists, and paraprofessionals to provide comprehensive services for students within the grade level team.
- Mentored new teachers within the grade level, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and curriculum implementation.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improved instruction.
- Monitored student performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement in both teaching methods and curriculum content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2014
Skills
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Team oversight
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Arizona teaching credential
- Enrichment opportunities
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - Arizona Department of Education.
Timeline
Owner/Instructor M+K Fitness
Self-employed
08.2023 - 08.2024
Teacher - Team Lead
American Leadership Academy
07.2014 - 05.2019
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
ITeach Canidate - ASU
07.2013 - 05.2014
Student Intern - Teacher
ASU - Elementary Education
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Arizona State University