Frances Johnson
Lake Placid,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Martin County School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in differentiating instruction for special needs students and enhancing literacy through targeted programs. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and continuously improving through professional development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Highlands County School Board
Sun N Lakes Elementary
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and academic growth among students.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to create support systems for student success and well-being.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Teacher
Martin County School District
Stuart, FL
08.2004 - 06.2025
- 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.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Teacher/ESE
Collier County School District
Naples, FL
10.1992 - 06.2004
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ESE K-12
Flagler College
Saint Augustine, FL05-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student-centered learning
- Special needs students
- ESL- english as second language
Certification
Elementary Education 1-6
Specific Learning Disabilities K-12
English for Speakers of other Languages
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Highlands County School Board
07.2025 - Current
Teacher
Martin County School District
08.2004 - 06.2025
Teacher/ESE
Collier County School District
10.1992 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ESE K-12
Flagler College