Rebecca Johannesen
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Creative teacher offering 10 plus years of experience developing and implementing course curriculum. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Isaac Newton Christian Academy
07.2009 - 07.2017
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Teacher for the Summer Classes
Summit School
06.2005 - 07.2008
- I developed engaging and hands on lesson plans for a variety of summer classes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Substitute Teacher K-6
SEMS
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teacher
Rockwell Daycare
08.1999 - 07.2006
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IATimeline
Teacher
Isaac Newton Christian Academy
07.2009 - 07.2017
Teacher for the Summer Classes
Summit School
06.2005 - 07.2008
Substitute Teacher K-6
SEMS
08.2003 - 05.2008
Teacher
Rockwell Daycare
08.1999 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
Mount Mercy University
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