Kirstie Johnson
Metairie,LA
Summary
Dedicated educator focused on supporting all students by assisting teachers with all types of classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, as well as planning indoor activities and outdoor learning actives. Excellent teacher, record keeper and multitask. Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings 15 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Abeona House Child Discovery Center
08.2022 - Current
- Organized classroom materials and daily inventory
- Kept clean , neat , sanitized and health classroom efficiency
- Used positive and behavioral modeling
- Followed REGGIO EMILIA curriculum.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
Lead Teacher
Mid-City Early Learning Center
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed special tasks such as circle time and one on one to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Implemented learning exercises and used repetition, which enabled students to grasp new information concepts quickly
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest
Lead Teacher
Springridge Academy II
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Implemented learning exercises and used repetition, which enabled students to grasp new information concepts quickly
- Performed special tasks such as circle time and one on one to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Handed out classroom materials to each parent.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest
Teacher's Assistant
Metairie Day Care and Learning Center
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Implemented learning exercises and used repetition, which enabled students to grasp new information concepts quickly
- Performed special tasks such as circle time and one on one to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
Security Guard / Flager
The Esplanade Security Office
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Triage problems quickly, providing precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns
- Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues to management when necessary
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to gain better overall coverage of parking lots and interior and exterior of buildings.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nola's Little Miracles
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assertive devices
- Classroom upkeep
- Assisting with personal needs
- Regulating daily activities
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
Education
High school diploma -
New Summit High School
10.2011
Skills
- First Aide
- CPR
- Early Childhood Education
- Childcare
- Babysitting
- Toddler Care
- Infant Care
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Skills
- Experience with Children
- Communication Skills
- First aid
- Progress reporting
Certification
January 2020 to January 2023
My CDA is in Infant and Toddlers
Security Guard TWIC
June 2019 to June 2021
CPR Certification First Aid Certification Teaching Certification
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Abeona House Child Discovery Center
08.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Mid-City Early Learning Center
12.2021 - 06.2022
Lead Teacher
Springridge Academy II
10.2020 - 10.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Metairie Day Care and Learning Center
09.2017 - 03.2020
Security Guard / Flager
The Esplanade Security Office
01.2016 - 07.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nola's Little Miracles
11.2014 - 05.2015
High school diploma -
New Summit High School
January 2020 to January 2023
My CDA is in Infant and Toddlers
Security Guard TWIC
June 2019 to June 2021
CPR Certification First Aid Certification Teaching Certification
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