Years of teaching in South Carolina public schools
Robin Johnson
Greenville,SC
Summary
I've gained a wealth of teaching experience from working with a variety of ages, levels, and subjects since 1992. I homeschooled my own children while living overseas. I've taught kindergarten English, high school Chinese, and many grades and subjects in between. I particularly enjoy working with emergent readers and Multilingual Language Learners. I've had much experience with curriculum development and differentiation for various levels, learning styles, and neurodiversities. I've also had years of experience collaborating with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents in order to ensure academic success for their children.
Overview
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Work History
Multilingual Learner Program Specialist
East Link Academy
Greenville , SC
2018.08 - Current
- Supported Multilingual Learners (MLs)* both in and out of the classroom.
- Conducted screenings to determine qualification of incoming students for ML services
- Performed annual assessments for each ML as required by federal regulations
- Provided appropriate accommodations to classroom teachers in order to support MLs
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure the success of MLs in the general education classroom
- *The former term for Multilingual Learners was ESOL students.
Reading and Math Interventionist
East Link Academy
Greenville , SC
2019.08 - 2023.06
- Provided one-on-one or small group math and/or reading intervention for students from kindergarten through fourth grade.
- For three years I've lead Academic Recovery Camp (for reading and math) during several weeks in June/July.
- Conducted periodic assessments to measure student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss student performance data and develop effective interventions for identified areas of weakness.
ESOL Teacher
Carolina High School (Greenville County Schools)
Greenville , SC
2016.08 - 2018.06
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of English as a Second Language students.
- Assessed student progress and provided appropriate feedback, instruction, and guidance.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop effective strategies for teaching ESOL students.
- Delivered engaging lessons that encouraged active participation among all students in the class.
- Conducted assessments on a regular basis to evaluate progress of ESOL learners.
- Adapted course content according to the level of proficiency of ESOL learners.
ESOL Teacher
Sullivan Middle School (Rock Hill Schools)
Rock Hill , SC
2015.08 - 2016.06
- I attended content classes with ESOL students in order to support them, particularly with challenging content and academic vocabulary.
- I collaborated with content area teachers to determine the most effective ways to help ESOL students be successful in the classroom.
- I taught sixth grade English one period a day to help students grow in their English language proficiency.
- I developed curriculum and instructional materials (in science and social studies) to support student learning.
High School Mandarin Chinese Teacher
Rock Hill Schools
Rock Hill , SC
2013.08 - 2015.06
- Developed and taught the first high school Mandarin Chinese course in Rock Hill Schools.
- Developed students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiencies in Mandarin.
- Adapted course material to meet the needs of various learning styles, neurodiversities, and levels of proficiency.
- Introduced students to elements of Chinese culture, bringing realia to class to complement subject matter with hands-on experience with subject matter covered in current units.
Education
Master of Arts - Linguistics And Education
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX1994-05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC1992-05
ESOL Endorsement on Teaching Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Clemson University
Clemson, SCSkills
- Experience working with students from kindergarten through high school
- Preference for elementary-aged students
- Preference for emergent readers and Multilingual Learners
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Reading and math intervention
- Experience with differentiation
- Staff Development and Collaboration
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
Limited
Personal Information
My family and I lived in southwest China (off and on) from 1996 to 2009. I've had the opportunity to travel to several countries including Canada, Portugal, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Ghana, Zambia, Thailand, the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), and Hong Kong (while HK was still part of the British Commonwealth).
I enjoy reading historical fiction. I also enjoy watching period dramas, based upon historical eras and events. Two of my current favorites are "The Gilded Age" and "Call the Midwife."
I have two adult sons. Ben (who was ten months old when we moved to China) lives in Boston. Daniel (who was born in Thailand) lives in Washington, D.C.
Timeline
Reading and Math Interventionist
East Link Academy
2019.08 - 2023.06
Multilingual Learner Program Specialist
East Link Academy
2018.08 - Current
ESOL Teacher
Carolina High School (Greenville County Schools)
2016.08 - 2018.06
ESOL Teacher
Sullivan Middle School (Rock Hill Schools)
2015.08 - 2016.06
High School Mandarin Chinese Teacher
Rock Hill Schools
2013.08 - 2015.06
Master of Arts - Linguistics And Education
The University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Winthrop University
ESOL Endorsement on Teaching Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language
Clemson University
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