Jolynn Johnson

Leonia,NJ

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

General Ed Teacher - ICT Class: 3rd, 4th, & 5th

P.S. 247

7000 21st Ave

09.2016 - Current

Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
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.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

General Education Teacher - 5th & 6th

Hellenic Classical Charter School

646 5th Ave

09.2008 - 01.2016

Designed original Social Studies curriculum based on Common Core State Standards while integrating Reading & Writing Standards into the curriculum
Designed original Reading, Writing, Math, Science & Social Studies Curricula using new Common Core State Standards
Lead students to 22% growth in ELA & 20% growth in Math based upon standardized test scores
Selected as Lead Teacher to attend advanced Professional Development seminars at Teacher’s College at Columbia University
Disaggregated and analyzed data on student progress and implanted findings to inform instruction
Inaugurated technology based Math curriculum known as Time to Know and served as a mentor teacher for the program
Planned small group instruction to support students struggling in ELA and Math for 2nd – 5th grade
Co-Taught Math Classes in 2nd – 7th grade
Selected as Individualized Learning Plan Coordinator
Event Coordinator
Production Coordinator for Middle School Musical Productions
Coach for Color Guard.

Education

Masters of Science - Childhood Education

St. John’s University

Queens, New York

05.2009

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre Production And Design

University of Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

05.2002

Skills

Classroom Management
Critical Thinking
Lesson Planning
Motivating students
Growth Mindset
Collaborative learning

Curriculum Implementation
Small Group Instruction
Technology Integration
Classroom Technology Implementation
Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
Student Motivation and Engagement