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Work History
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Kristina Johnson, Ed. S

Hilliard,OH

Summary

A dynamic educational leader with 15+ years of experience in K-8 settings, seeking an Assistant Principal position at Perry Middle School, who processes a proven record of exceptional instructional leadership, student achievement, and management accomplishments. A professional with demonstrated success in curriculum development, teacher mentorship, and fostering positive school culture through data-driven decision-making and collaborative leadership approaches.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

5th Grade ELA Teacher

Bluffsview Elementary
08.2019 - Current
  • Spearheaded innovative cross curricular project-based learning initiatives involving local business partnerships
  • Developed comprehensive student advisory program
  • Implemented instruction strategies aligned with district objectives resulting in increased student achievement
  • Differentiated lessons to students’ level and provided accommodations and modifications in response to RTI (Response to Intervention) and MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)

Permanent Guest Teacher for Worthington City Schools

ESCCOG-ESC Council of Government
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Implement lessons in accordance to lesson plans left by teacher
  • Provide instruction in various core subjects
  • Encouraged student participation and provided individual instruction as necessary
  • Maintained a safe and supportive learning environment through effective classroom management

8th Grade Language Arts Teacher/Team Leader

Compton-Drew I.L.C. Middle School
08.2011 - 05.2018
  • Led departmental initiatives in curriculum development and instructional improvement
  • Designed and implemented data-driven instruction strategies
  • Facilitated professional development sessions for staff

8th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Ralph Bunche International Studies Middle School
08.2009 - 05.2011
  • Co-Chair annual Cultural Fair that engaged local community partners and celebrated student's cultural backgrounds within the school community
  • Interned as Assistant Principal
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Collaborated with intervention specialists to work toward inclusion for all students
  • Differentiated lessons to students’ level and provided accommodations and modifications

21st Century Afterschool Assistant Director

Ralph Bunche International Studies Middle School
08.2009 - 05.2011
  • Tracked program participation levels, attendance, and evaluation measures
  • Planned and oversaw afterschool program for Ralph Bunche International Studies Middle School
  • Enforce regulations concerning student conduct and discipline

Education

Educational Specialist - Educational Administration

Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
05.2013

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
12.2010

Master of Arts - Teaching

Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
08.2009

Bachelor of Arts - English Liberal Arts

Rust College
Holly Springs, MS
04.2007

Leadership Experience

Instructional Leadership
• Led district-wide curriculum alignment initiatives as Content Team Leader, resulting in improvement on Ohio and Missouri state assessment scores over tenure as a teacher 

• Facilitated monthly data analysis meetings with the English department to implement targeted instructional strategies and enhance student performance

• Served on the Missouri Department of Secondary Education Content Team, engaging in professional development and establishing cross-district professional networks

• Supervised and mentored student teachers and new staff members, focusing on instructional best practices and classroom management


Curriculum Innovation/Development 

• Coordinated large-scale events including STEM-focused Career Fair for 8th-grade students and cross-curricular community partnership initiatives

• Led grade-level team meetings focused on student support, behavioral interventions, and academic progress monitoring

 • Managed 21st Century After-school Program operations, including staff supervision, attendance tracking, and policy enforcement

• Developed and implemented school-wide student and teacher recognition programs to promote academic excellence and staff motivation


Community & Stakeholder Engagement
• Established partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to create authentic learning experiences for students

• Initiated and managed service learning projects with community agencies including CRIS and Worthington Food Pantry

• Served as Building Representative for Worthington Education Association for five years

• Created sustainable partnerships between school and community stakeholders to enhance educational opportunities

Certification

  • Ohio 5 Year Professional Principal Certification (K-12)
  • Ohio 5 Year Middle Childhood (4-9)
  • Missouri Continuous Career Teacher Certification English 9-12/ Language Arts 5-9

Memberships Positions

  • Worthington Teacher Leader Cohort (2023-2024)
  • OEA RA Delegate (2023-2025)
  • Girls on the Run Coach (2022-2024)
  • St. Louis Public Schools District Professional Development Committee (2015-2018)
  • Member Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals (2013-2018)
  • Missouri Department of Secondary Education English Cohort (2015-2018)
  • 2013 Summer School Principal Intern
  • Vendor Coordinator for Ferguson Twilight 5/10K Run (2015-2020)
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (2005-Present)

Timeline

5th Grade ELA Teacher

Bluffsview Elementary
08.2019 - Current

Permanent Guest Teacher for Worthington City Schools

ESCCOG-ESC Council of Government
08.2018 - 05.2019

8th Grade Language Arts Teacher/Team Leader

Compton-Drew I.L.C. Middle School
08.2011 - 05.2018

8th Grade Language Arts Teacher

Ralph Bunche International Studies Middle School
08.2009 - 05.2011

21st Century Afterschool Assistant Director

Ralph Bunche International Studies Middle School
08.2009 - 05.2011

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Lindenwood University

Master of Arts - Teaching

Lindenwood University

Educational Specialist - Educational Administration

Lindenwood University

Bachelor of Arts - English Liberal Arts

Rust College
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