Jurisha Johnson
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dynamic educator with exceptional organizational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Expertise in implementing diverse techniques and strategies that drive successful interventions, enhancing student abilities across all levels. Committed to fostering an engaging learning environment that promotes academic growth and personal development. Passionate about leveraging innovative approaches to meet the unique needs of each student, ensuring success in a rapidly changing educational landscape.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2023 - Current
- Filled in for ill, vacationing or serving classroom teachers faced with jury duty or other demands.
- Managed classrooms of up to 30 students in schools in Southfield.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
ELA At-Risk Teacher
National Heritage Academy - Reach Charter Academy
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed strong rapport with students by building trust through consistent encouragement, feedback, and respect for individual learning styles.
- Provided targeted support for at-risk students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Enhanced student engagement with creative, hands-on activities in the classroom.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in reading intervention, using new knowledge to enhance curriculum effectiveness.
- Facilitated communication between parents and school personnel regarding student progress and available resources for additional support.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using assessment data to inform future instructional planning and report progress to stakeholders effectively.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
Academic Interventionist
Distinctive Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted faculty in securing materials to support instruction.
- Worked with small groups of students to provide research based Tier II and Tier III interventions.
- Developed activities and strategies for improvement of instruction and student performance.
- Conducted child assessments during intervention visits.
- Gathered, organized and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
- Taught ELA/Reading to individuals and small groups.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Provided emotional support to students.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
4th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
DPSCD Hutchinson @ Howe Elementary Middle School
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Completed documentation of attendance, and other required details.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives using PBIS strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement using PBIS strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-5, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies from PBIS.
- Managed Learning Center classrooms of up to 40 students during Covid-19 pandemic, solving technical issues with computers, assisted students with class assignments, and maintained safe learning environment involving state mandated restrictive measures.
- Managed summer program classroom at Brenda Scott Academy
Production Supervisor
Chrysler
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Monitored production operations for compliance with specifications and promptly reported defects
- Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment
- Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolution with development team and functional leads
- Performed preliminary, in progress, hidden damage and final product inspections
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
- Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Education
Bachelor's Of Science - Marketing & Sociology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05.2020
Associate Of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05.2017
Master of Science - Upper Elementary Education & Special Education
Concordia University
Ann Arbor, MI09-2027
Skills
- Planning and Coordination
- Organization and Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Assessments
- Progress Monitoring
- Parent Communication
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Classroom Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Test Proctoring
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Special Needs Students
- Lesson Planning
- Testing and Grading
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
Additional Information
- Completed course work in Market Research and Analysis, Consumer Behavior, Psychology, Managerial & Financial Accounting, Macro & Micro-Economics, Information Technology, Professional Selling, Human Relations in Administration, Integrated Marketing Communications, Applied Statistics, Finance, Operations Management, Strategic Brand Management, Marketing Research, International Business, Social Media Marketing & Communications, Business Systems Analysis & Design, Business Law, Strategic Marketing Planning, Strategic Management & Policy, Sustainable Communities, Liberal Arts, Natural Science, Humanities, and Sociology.
- Developed marketing plans for corporations such as General Motors, Nike, and JCPenney.
- Researched and analyzed historical economic data to prove what caused the 1970s stagflation and oil crisis, and how it could have been prevented, and received the highest honor in class for the best researched and creative PowerPoint presentation.
- Researched and develop presentations for International Business Trade, Sustainable Communities, Marketing Research.
- Received the highest honor in Perspectives in Liberal Arts course having the highest overall grade out of all students in course.
- Created Marketing Blogs for class assignments based upon topics that dealt with consumer behavior, market research, and business ethics. Link to blogs: https://jurishasmarketingthoughts.wordpress.com
Timeline
ELA At-Risk Teacher
National Heritage Academy - Reach Charter Academy
02.2024 - 06.2025
Guest Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
08.2023 - Current
Academic Interventionist
Distinctive Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
4th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
DPSCD Hutchinson @ Howe Elementary Middle School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Detroit Public School Community District
01.2020 - 08.2021
Production Supervisor
Chrysler
05.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor's Of Science - Marketing & Sociology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate Of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science - Upper Elementary Education & Special Education
Concordia University