Linda Johnson
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 5 years of experience teaching high school. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations. Experienced Pharmacy Technician knowledgeable in all facets of pharmacy healthcare operations both hospital and retail, eager to bring talent and expertise to the classroom.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
College Environmental Earth Science Teacher
Vineland High School
09.2019 - Current
- HOSA advisor 2021-22, African American Cultural Club advisor 2021-present, Home Instruction Teacher, Science Afterschool Assistance Teacher, Speak Up Facilitator, Assisted in curriculum building and benchmark development
- Enhanced student understanding of complex earth science concepts through engaging hands-on activities and experiments.
- Increased student participation by fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment that celebrated diverse perspectives and ideas.
- Mentored struggling students, providing one-on-one support and tailored resources to improve their comprehension and performance in the subject matter.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to encourage open communication about student progress and foster a supportive learning community.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Pharmacy Technician Consultant
Perfecting Pediatrics
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Working closely with nurses in an inpatient pediatric care setting, performing mock inspections on patient care areas
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
Certified Level 3 Pharmacy Technician
Cooper Hospital
10.2003 - 07.2018
- Proficient in working with IV admixtures and solutions in a clean room, counseling patients on medication, compounding medication in a lab, setting, working closely with doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, many years performing tasks that are biology and chemistry related, knowledge of medication technology system and software (Pyxis, Epic charting), processing billing claims
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Virtua Hospital
10.2000 - 07.2010
- Compounding medication in a lab setting, working closely with pharmacist daily, many years performing tasks that are biology and chemistry related
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
03.2004 - 01.2007
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Master of Science - Biology Teacher Education
Rutgers University, Camden
Camden05.2019
School of Public Health-6 credits -
Rutgers University, Stratford
01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - General Science
Rutgers University, Camden
Camden, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Environmental Science
- Outdoor Education
- STEM Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- New Jersey Science Teacher Certification High and middle school Biology
- Passed Core, General Science, and Biology Praxis Exams
- NJ Registered Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician Consultant
Perfecting Pediatrics
10.2022 - 07.2023
College Environmental Earth Science Teacher
Vineland High School
09.2019 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
03.2004 - 01.2007
Certified Level 3 Pharmacy Technician
Cooper Hospital
10.2003 - 07.2018
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Virtua Hospital
10.2000 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Biology Teacher Education
Rutgers University, Camden
School of Public Health-6 credits -
Rutgers University, Stratford
Bachelor of Arts - General Science
Rutgers University, Camden
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