Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in many different grade level classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
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Presley Johnson
Easley,SC
Summary
Overview
2
years of professional experience
2
Certifications
Work History
Forest Acres Elementary School
Student Teacher
08.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
In Home Supportive Services
Tutor
05.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Collaborated with outside agencies delivering services for students with learning disabilities, especially when family requested interagency collaboration.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Assessed students' academic achievement continually through variety of methods, documented progress and adjusted instructional planning to maximize student achievement.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Delivered direct instruction to dyslexic students receiving special education and assisted in attainment of IEP goals.
Pickens Elementary School
Student Teacher
01.2022 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.,
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Small World Day Care Center
Student Teacher
09.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Education
Tri-County Technical CollegePendleton, SC
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
08.2023
University Overview
- Life Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: Child Development & Classroom Management
- SC Workforce Needs (WINS) Scholarship Recipient
- SC Workforce Scholarship Recipient
- 3.0 GPA
- National Society of Leadership and Success Member
- cum laude graduate qualifications
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Integration
- Student Tutoring
- Participant Observation
- Teacher Support
- Nurturing Environment
- Positive Interactions
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Certification
- CPR Training
- First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter
Timeline
Student Teacher
Forest Acres Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Tutor
In Home Supportive Services
05.2022 - 12.2022
Student Teacher
Pickens Elementary School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Student Teacher
Small World Day Care Center
09.2021 - 01.2022
Tri-County Technical College
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
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