Kayla Johnson
Sioux City,Iowa
Summary
Professional educator dedicated to providing impactful instruction and fostering a positive learning environment. Knowledgeable in developing well-structured lesson plans and collaborative activities. Dependable, adaptable, and skilled in promoting academic growth and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching
North Middle School
01.2025 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
Student Teacher
North High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Sales Associate
Shoe Carnival
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Co-teaching and Co-planning
Timeline
Student Teaching
North Middle School
01.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
North High School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
Shoe Carnival
07.2021 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Secondary English Education
University of South Dakota
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