Erica Johnson
New York,New York
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at St. Philip Neri School, adept in lesson development and educational leadership. Expert in fostering literacy and employing reflective teaching methods to enhance student learning. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to nurturing inclusive environments, significantly contributing to academic and social growth. Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in themanagement of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
UPK- 4 Lead Teacher
St. Philip Neri School
Bronx, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Establish adequate lesson plans for students in partnership with the Department of Education
- Work alongside social workers and you evaluators for children that have IEP's and need speech therapy
- Collaborate with administration, and teachers to ensure that the school fosters an environment that is inviting and nurturing for every child
- Demonstrated strengths in organizational skills, data-driven decision-making to benefit student learning, and effective collaboration with Teacher Assistants/Aides to continue supporting student learning, physical, social, and emotional growth
- Manage day-to-day classroom support for activities, including collaboration with fellow lead teachers to discuss and share lesson plan ideas, and meeting required policies for the program- such as PD’s , appropriate Certification
- Demonstrated demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and organizational ability is desired for this position
First Grade Teacher
Catapult Learning Company
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Philip Neri School
Bronx, NY
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assist in designing a complete teaching plan
- Form adequate assessments
- Follow the teaching plan
- Teach alphabet and Numbers
- Teach personal, social and emotional skills
- Use and organize learning material and resources
- Use songs, stories and games to motivate children to participate
- Regularly communicate with parents
- Evaluate children's performance and progress
- Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations
Homeschool Nanny
Bronx, NY
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Provide a well-rounded curriculum in a flexible environment for the children, ages 2 and 1.5
- Create lesson plans that are kept up with grade-level/age-level requirements
- Arrange formulas, and change diapers
- Perform light housekeeping and errands running tasks
- Giving children lunch and in-between snacks, encouraging them to assist with household chores, helping them with homework, and supervising them during play
- Transporting and collecting children to and from play dates and extramural activities
Lead Teacher
BedRock Preschool
Bronx, NY
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Assist the lead teacher in helping their students to develop social and their behaviors during their daily activities
- Help work with the child one-on-one to identify where they are in certain skills and work on their weaker skills
- Encourage the children to work with friends and try to handle certain situations independently and or amongst their group of friends
- Teach the students that they are capable of doing things on their own such as (playing with toys and cleaning up or getting something they want.)
- Help encourage the students to read and write
- Establish classroom management while practicing physical, emotional social and cognitive needs
- Keep personal portfolios on the students and their progress and significant milestones
- Used the Teaching Strategies GOLD Assessment Tools
- Become a role model for the children
- For example, Lead By Example; follow my clapping, can you wave bye
- Pick up a fork, hold the baby
- Create activities for the students to use their verbal and physical capabilities
Summer Intern
TOTS- These Our Treasures
Bronx, NY
07.2016 - 08.2016
- During my internship I assisted a teacher and their TA with each children’s daily routine
- These children were between the ages of 2 and 5 & they all had their own unique disabilities
- Some of their routine consisted of :
- Bussing- taking the children on and off the bus
- Activity interaction- playing with toys, assisting in yoga sessions, and water play
- Communication interaction- helping the children express their feeling and what they need towards me as well as their other classmates
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Behavioral Science
Mercy College
Master’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Skills
- Lesson development
- Instructional methods
- Educational leadership
- Literacy strategies
- Reflective teaching
- Standards development
References
- Jasmin Roman, 914-966-9444, Romanlee219@gmail.com
- Elizabeth Henderson, 646-671-0774, Ehenderson114@gmail.com
- Katherine Byrne, 1914-439-1337, katherinebyrne@gmail.com
ericaj3797@gmail.com, personal
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Catapult Learning Company
07.2023 - 08.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Philip Neri School
09.2022 - 06.2023
UPK- 4 Lead Teacher
St. Philip Neri School
09.2021 - Current
Homeschool Nanny
10.2020 - 09.2021
Lead Teacher
BedRock Preschool
07.2019 - 09.2020
Summer Intern
TOTS- These Our Treasures
07.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor’s of Science - Behavioral Science
Mercy College
Master’s Degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
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