Rebecca Johnson
Roanoke,Virginia
Summary
Patient math teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 55 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.
Overview
129
129
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA
09.2003 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Worked closely with the department to develop and implement developmental math curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Collaborated with two co-workers to revise the material we were using so it better matched the needs of the students and the state standards of learning.
Mathematics Tutor
Self-employeed
Roanoke, VA
01.1973 - 06.2015
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
Assistant and Head Tennis Coach
William Fleming High School
Roanoke, Virginia
08.1993 - 06.2008
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health and safety.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
Preschool Teacher
Penn Forest Christian Preschool
Roanoke, VA
09.1984 - 05.2004
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
High School Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
Roanoke, VA
08.1998 - 06.1999
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Substitute Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
Roanoke, VA
09.1973 - 06.1998
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Followed the lessons plans as requested by the teacher for whom I was substituting.
- Was able to continue with the material being covered since I was knowledgeable in the subject.
Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
Roanoke, VA
06.1967 - 01.1973
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Contacted parents a to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of students.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Maintained lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
- Supplemented textbook material with approved third-party examples and resources for clarity on difficult topics.
- Addressed systematic issues with math curriculum by collaborating with colleagues.
Data Processing
Virginia Department Of Highways (now VDOT)
Bristol, VA
06.1966 - 08.1966
- Assisted Bristol Renewal Project Coordinator to compile internal reporting data.
- Completed time-sensitive data entry requests.
- Verified data checking for compliance, error and repeat data.
Data Gatherer
Virginia Department Of Highways (now VDOT)
Bristol, VA/TN
06.1964 - 08.1964
- Gathered information for specific parking areas throughout the city regarding the time and location of each vehicle parked, reason for parking, and length of time parked for initial stage of Bristol VA/TN urban renewal project.
Farm Worker
Bryces Farm
Orleans, Indiana
05.1960 - 06.1962
- Harvested strawberries
Education
No Degree - Mathematics
University of Virginia
UVA ExtensionNo Degree - Statistics, Horticulture, IT
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VANo Degree - Psychology
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, ARNo Degree - Does Not Apply
Paoli High School
Paoli, INPaoli High School
Paoli, INBachelor of Science - Mathematics And Psychology
Radford University
Radford, VA03.1967
High School Diploma -
Virginia High School
Bristol, VA06.1963
Skills
- Online teaching
- Taught 7th grade general math through introduction to calculus
- Remote learning tools
- Curriculum design experience
- Decision Making
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Software Proficiency
- Written Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
Awarded Honorary Life Membership of the Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers
Honorary Alumni of Johnson University, Knoxville, Tennessee
Certification
- Teaching Online certification - Summer 2020 through VWCC
Affiliations
Penn Forest Christian Church Benevolence Committee and various other positions
Timeline
Adjunct Mathematics Instructor
Virginia Western Community College
09.2003 - Current
High School Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
08.1998 - 06.1999
Assistant and Head Tennis Coach
William Fleming High School
08.1993 - 06.2008
Preschool Teacher
Penn Forest Christian Preschool
09.1984 - 05.2004
Substitute Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
09.1973 - 06.1998
Mathematics Tutor
Self-employeed
01.1973 - 06.2015
No Degree - Mathematics
University of Virginia
No Degree - Statistics, Horticulture, IT
Virginia Western Community College
No Degree - Psychology
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
No Degree - Does Not Apply
Paoli High School
Paoli High School
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Psychology
Radford University
High School Diploma -
Virginia High School
Mathematics Teacher
Roanoke City Schools
06.1967 - 01.1973
Data Processing
Virginia Department Of Highways (now VDOT)
06.1966 - 08.1966
Data Gatherer
Virginia Department Of Highways (now VDOT)
06.1964 - 08.1964
Farm Worker
Bryces Farm
05.1960 - 06.1962