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Karen Johnson

Fargo

Summary

Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.

Professional paraprofessional with solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks and maintaining positive learning atmosphere. Reliable team player focused on adapting to changing needs and achieving results through effective communication and collaboration.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Nokomis Child Care Center
05.2024 - 10.2024

Planned and implemented daily and weekly activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of the children and made those plans available to parents.

Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.

Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.

Established positive relationship with students and families.

Created a safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Maintained daily communication with parents about their child's progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together toward shared goals for academic success.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Sheyenne Learning Academy
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

South YMCA
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with each child under my care, recognizing their unique strengths and areas for growth while supporting their overall well-being at school.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
  • Regularly communicated with parents about their child''s progress, addressing concerns promptly and working together towards shared goals for academic success.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Legacy Childcare
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Kangaroo House
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Lead Preschool Teacher

La Petite Academy Inc.
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.

Preschool Teacher

Polaris LC
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

TLC for Tots
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.

Owner/Director/Teacher

Small World Learning Center
07.2017 - 12.2020
  • Monitored children''s safety during indoor/outdoor playtime while also encouraging cooperative interactions among peers.
  • Established a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing consistent behavior management strategies and clear expectations for students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities among students.
  • Developed age-appropriate curriculum that incorporated play-based learning, promoting cognitive, social, and emotional growth in students.
  • Facilitated small group activities that focused on developing essential pre-reading skills such as phonemic awareness and letter recognition.
  • Fostered a love of learning within each child by nurturing their natural curiosity and enthusiasm for new experiences.

Para Educator

Deer Creek Elementar
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

Teacher/Aide

Action for Eastern Montana
09.2015 - 04.2016
  • 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.

Paraprofessional

Dawson County High School
09.2014 - 12.2014
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA

Early Childhood Education

Cerritos Community College
Norwalk, CA

Early Childhood Education

Dawson Community College

Skills

  • Classroom organization
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Safety procedures
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Creative lesson planning

  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Parent communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Play-based learning

Timeline

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Nokomis Child Care Center
05.2024 - 10.2024

Lead Preschool Teacher

Sheyenne Learning Academy
04.2024 - 05.2024

Lead Pre-K Teacher

South YMCA
01.2024 - 03.2024

Lead Preschool Teacher

Legacy Childcare
11.2023 - 12.2023

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Kangaroo House
01.2023 - 03.2023

Lead Preschool Teacher

La Petite Academy Inc.
09.2022 - 11.2022

Preschool Teacher

Polaris LC
06.2022 - 08.2022

Lead Pre-K Teacher

TLC for Tots
02.2022 - 06.2022

Owner/Director/Teacher

Small World Learning Center
07.2017 - 12.2020

Para Educator

Deer Creek Elementar
09.2016 - 06.2017

Teacher/Aide

Action for Eastern Montana
09.2015 - 04.2016

Paraprofessional

Dawson County High School
09.2014 - 12.2014

Early Childhood Education

Long Beach City College

Early Childhood Education

Cerritos Community College

Early Childhood Education

Dawson Community College