Isaiah Johnson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Upbeat Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in leading students and staff and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and apt decision-making skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary/Single Subject Teacher/ DEI Coordinator
Pine St School
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Met tight deadlines across variety of roles
- Built positive relationships with diverse clientele
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Ran staff-wide professional development
- Planned and facilitated student performances
- Developed and enhanced schoolwide curricula
5th Grade Teacher
Department Of Education
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Managed Classroom full of 30 students
Social Studies Teacher
Department Of Education
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and linguistic diversity.
- Managed 5 classes of 30+ students during academic year.
Integrated Arts Specialist
Ember Charter School
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Garnered support among art staff and parent communities, created equity and eliminated student achievement gaps.
- Led change in arts curriculum and school system practices that perpetuated inequities based on race and class.
- Taught grade bands ranging from Kindergarten - Eighth Grade.
- Implemented project based learning to marry school standards and creative artistic practices.
- Taught 100+ students per academic year
Private Tutor
Varsity Tutors
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
- Collaborated with parents to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style.
- Created individualized practice tests to promote student growth and adhere to student specific learning goals.
- Taught students ranging from ages 4 - 22.
Resident's Assistant
LIU Post
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes.
- Performed duties in accordance with policies and regulatory guidelines promoting safe working environment.
- Conducted tours, orientation and educational sessions for residents and families.
- Managed 100+ residents per academic year.
Education
Master of Arts - Contemporary Improvisation
The New England Conservatory of Music
Boston, MA05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
LIU Post
Brookville, NY05.2016
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Multimedia Instruction
- Teaching in Different Languages
- Training Program Design
- Creative Solution Development
- Virtual Learning Management
- Program Monitoring and Tracking
- Learning and Development
- Group Discussion Facilitation
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Staff Supervision
- Team Leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Additional Information
Co-leader Men's Ministry Emmanuel Baptist church September 2022 - Present
- Facilitating prostate cancer testing events for 100+ men
- Leading bi-monthly meetings to discuss prominent community issues
- Planning and facilitating conferences for 50+ men
- Facilitating Food drives and food delivery for the elderly
- Facilitating all communication with members on and off of online server
Timeline
Elementary/Single Subject Teacher/ DEI Coordinator
Pine St School
08.2022 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Department Of Education
03.2022 - 07.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Department Of Education
03.2021 - 03.2022
Integrated Arts Specialist
Ember Charter School
08.2019 - 02.2021
Private Tutor
Varsity Tutors
12.2016 - 08.2019
Resident's Assistant
LIU Post
01.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Contemporary Improvisation
The New England Conservatory of Music
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
LIU Post
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