Martha Johnson
Montebello,CA
Summary
Former Resource Specialist teacher for grades 9-12 and current adaptable and reliable secondary substitute teacher skilled in engaging students across various subjects and educational levels. Possess strong classroom management abilities, ensuring a supportive and structured learning environment. Demonstrated capability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs, fostering academic improvement. Made impactful contributions by maintaining continuity of education during teacher absences, promoting positive outcomes for students. Dedicated professional successful in long-term assignments for extended periods and extensive subject matters all across the curriculum. Decisive leader and analytical problem solver dedicated to helping students develop to full potential. Talent for utilizing diverse educational techniques. Responsible professional versed in educational, behavioral, and administrative classroom practices. Recognized for upholding standards of classroom behavior and supporting teacher goals. Offers flexible approach to cover diverse classes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TPSL/ 30 Day Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA
11.2007 - Current
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Utilized appropriate instructional methods to meet varied student needs, interests, and abilities.
- Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.
- Encouraged students to be actively engaged in all learning activities.
- Assessed student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Instructed students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Prepared and distributed classroom materials for students.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure successful implementation of educational programs.
- Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Special Education, Resource Specialist Teacher
James A. Garfield High School
Los Angeles, CA
01.2005 - 09.2007
- Case carrier for 33 students mainstreaming in general education setting with individualized accommodations
- Developed student Individualized Educational Plan (IEP)
- Held annual, bi-annual, tri-annual IEP (formal and non-formal) meetings with parents, counselors, teachers, parent advocates, school staff and students
- Collaborated with teachers and co-taught lessons
Education
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12-2005
Associate of Arts - Education
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA06-2003
Skills
- Student engagement
- Team teaching
- Formative assessment
- Assessment strategies
- Data-driven instruction
- Classroom safety
- Curriculum design
- Special needs support
- Learning styles accommodation
- Visual aids creation
- Organization
- Social-emotional learning
- Collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional skills
Accomplishments
- Para-educator Career Ladder Scholarship Recipient for Teacher Assistant (3 consecutive years)
- Recipient of the Latino Minority Scholarship Foundation (LMSF) for future teachers at the University of Southern California (USC) for two consecutive years
- Max Marie Foundation Scholarship, Awarded as a Distinguished Garfield Alumni
- Telacu Foundation Scholarship Recipient, 1.5 years
- California State University, Los Angeles - Charter College of Education, President's Award, Cohort J
Strengths
- Strong Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, Counseling Skills, and Case Management Skills
- Technology and Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Slides, Internet Search Engines, and Interactive Platforms
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Strong Classroom Management Skills
- Curriculum Development
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
Hold a Teaching Permit for Statutory Leave (TPSL /CL-902) in Special Education
Current on all LAUSD mandated certificates
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
TPSL/ 30 Day Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
11.2007 - Current
Special Education, Resource Specialist Teacher
James A. Garfield High School
01.2005 - 09.2007
Hold a Teaching Permit for Statutory Leave (TPSL /CL-902) in Special Education
Current on all LAUSD mandated certificates
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Education
East Los Angeles College
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