Leslie Johnson
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Nuview Union School District
01.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Instructional Assistant
Nuview Union School District
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Education, Multiple Subjects
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA12.2024
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Management
- Creativity in Teaching
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Elementary Education
- Multi-Subject Instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Nuview Union School District
01.2023 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Nuview Union School District
08.2017 - 12.2022
Master of Arts - Education, Multiple Subjects
University of Redlands
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