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JEFF JOHNSON

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Washington Market School, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods and fostered critical thinking. Committed to student-centered learning, I effectively communicated with parents to support educational journeys and promote a growth mindset among students.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Washington Market School
09.2020 - Current
  • 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.

Music Teacher

Songs For Seeds
01.2015 - 07.2020


  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.

Worship Leader/Service Director

Mosaic Church
01.2015 - 02.2019
  • Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
  • Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
  • Collaborated with pastors and ministry leaders to develop cohesive and spiritually enriching worship experiences.
  • Maintained a comprehensive music library, ensuring all necessary sheet music, chord charts, and lyrics were readily available for rehearsals and services.

Weekend Service Director

Emmanuel Church
09.2012 - 09.2014
  • Led a team of service professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance performance and achieve objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Forged strong partnerships with external stakeholders as well as maintained healthy relations with clients.
  • Managed budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum impact on service delivery outcomes.

Worship Director

The River Church
09.2006 - 08.2012
  • Organized outreach events featuring music performances, connecting with individuals beyond traditional church settings.
  • Implemented audiovisual technology upgrades to improve overall production quality during services.
  • Worked closely with other ministry leaders to ensure alignment of goals and priorities throughout the church organization.
  • Evaluated worship service effectiveness regularly, making adjustments as needed to better serve the congregation''s needs.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with church staff and volunteers through regular meetings, email updates, social media posts.
  • Coordinated special events and seasonal programs to engage the congregation and reach the community.
  • Streamlined scheduling processes for volunteers, improving efficiency and reducing conflicts or last-minute changes.
  • Developed original songs or arrangements tailored specifically for the congregation''s unique culture and preferences.
  • Collaborated with pastors to develop sermon series themes, resulting in cohesive and impactful messages.
  • Established a mentoring program for young musicians, nurturing their talents for future leadership roles.
  • Fostered relationships with local musicians, expanding the talent pool available for worship services.
  • Continually pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in worship leadership.
  • Assisted with pastoral care responsibilities when necessary, providing guidance and emotional support to congregants in need.
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance and inventory management, minimizing downtime due to technical issues or missing items.

Teacher

Wateford Christian Academy
08.2004 - 05.2009
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Hunter College
New York, NY
08-2023

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Child development
  • Student-centered learning

Timeline

Teacher

Washington Market School
09.2020 - Current

Music Teacher

Songs For Seeds
01.2015 - 07.2020

Worship Leader/Service Director

Mosaic Church
01.2015 - 02.2019

Weekend Service Director

Emmanuel Church
09.2012 - 09.2014

Worship Director

The River Church
09.2006 - 08.2012

Teacher

Wateford Christian Academy
08.2004 - 05.2009

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Hunter College

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