Madyson Johnson
Fortville,IN
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on fostering inclusion and critical thinking skills among students. Proven ability to manage classroom environments effectively using positive behavior strategies. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills enhance student engagement and development. Committed to continuous learning and making a significant impact in the classroom.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Student Teacher
Harrison Parkway Elementary
Fishers, IN
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.
- Adapted instructional materials based on the needs of diverse learners.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative assessments.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives and promote automaticity.
- Taught phonics based instruction using UFLI and Heggerty rooted in science of reading.
Special Education Student Teacher
Harrison Parkway Elementary
Fishers, IN
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Instructed small groups of students focusing on reading, writing and mathematics.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supervised students awaiting after-school transportation and assisted students boarding and exiting school bus daily.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Lead Teacher/ Teachers Aid
Burris Elementary
Muncie, IN
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Taught whole class independent activities
- Created and led small group lessons
- Led interactive read aloud to whole group
- Prepped and planned materials for a whole class setting
- Worked individually with students who needed accommodations
- Tutored students outside of school
- Worked collaboratively with teaching peers to design and teach lessons
Teacher Aid- Mathematics
West View Elementary School
Muncie, IN
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with peers to co-teach math lessons in an equitable and approachable manner
- Independently developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and assessments for mathematics instruction
- Facilitated hands-on math activities to enhance student learning and understanding
- Acquired additional knowledge and strategies for teaching mathematics effectively in elementary settings
Teachers Aid
Head Start Program
Muncie, IN
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted in safe sleep practices and observed sleeping students
- Aided in meal preparation and feeding times
- Helped print and organize materials
- Engaged and played with students on a daily basis
- Planned activities to engage and empower students
- Engaged students in interactive read aloud daily
- Supported students in daily routines and transitions
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment
Teachers Aid
Burris Elementary
Muncie, IN
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted in supervising children in various educational settings
- Supported teachers in delivering lessons to large classes
- Took initiative to lead small group instruction when requested
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging learning activities
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs
Education
Early Childhood Education - Special Education & General Education Dual
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana05-2025
Skills
- Educational technology
- Individualized instruction
- Group and individual teaching
- Effective communication
- Leadership Experience
- Conversational Spanish
- Behavior management
- Multitasking and organization
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Suicide Prevention
- Safe Sleep
- AED/CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Student Teacher
Harrison Parkway Elementary
03.2025 - 05.2025
Special Education Student Teacher
Harrison Parkway Elementary
01.2025 - 02.2025
Lead Teacher/ Teachers Aid
Burris Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
Teacher Aid- Mathematics
West View Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Teachers Aid
Head Start Program
01.2022 - 04.2022
Teachers Aid
Burris Elementary
01.2022 - 04.2022
Early Childhood Education - Special Education & General Education Dual
Ball State University
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