Debra Johnson
Groves,TX
Summary
Experienced substitute teacher with 7 years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
Port Arthur, TX
08.2017 - Current
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Counseled students with adjustment or academic problems.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Office Manager
Boone's Towing And Automotive
Port Arthur, TX
03.2013 - 08.2017
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Managed compliance to keep organization operating within legal and regulatory guidelines.
- Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
Education
No Degree -
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TXNo Degree -
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TXHigh School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
Port Arthur, TX05.1999
Skills
- Testing Standards
- Instructional Technology
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Video Conferencing
- Lesson Implementation
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Nondiscriminatory Practices
- Administrative Updates
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- IEP Understanding
- Special Education
- Google Classroom
- Smart Board Technology
- Curriculum Standards
- Clerical Support
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2017 - Current
Office Manager
Boone's Towing And Automotive
03.2013 - 08.2017
No Degree -
Prairie View A & M University
No Degree -
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School