Sheridan Johnson
Carbondale,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic educator and leader with extensive experience across Carbondale Elementary School District 95 and other institutions, specializing in special education and program coordination. Excelled in motivating students and implementing individual education plans, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis intervention, demonstrating a profound impact on student development and organizational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Carbondale Elementary School District 95
Carbondale, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Case manager of students with IEPs and 504s.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
Resource Teacher (Communications)
Carbondale Middle School
Carbondale, IL
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivering Illinois Standards: Speaking and Listening, Computer Literacy, and Social-Emotional Learning.
- Tracking students for necessary accommodations, modifications, and successful assessments.
Learning Center Coordinator
Belle Valley School
Belleville, USA
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Providing necessary behavioral intervention; detention, ISS duties
- Conducted ELA And Math Small Groups
- Developed and implemented effective learning plans for students.
Clinical Experience
Thomas Elementary School
Carbondale, USA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted Soc. Stud., Math, ELA, and Writing Unit Lessons for 20 or more students.
- Resolved conflicts among students and taught emotional coping skills to aid personal growth and development.
- Facilitated meetings with parents to discuss student progress, learning challenges, and behavioral conduct in the classroom.
Student Teacher/Co-Teacher
Thomas Elementary School
Carbondale, USA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Engaged in a full year of intensive co-teaching, including mentorship by an experienced teacher at a PDS Public District School site.
- Developed lessons per Illinois State Learning Standards in all disciplinary content subjects for 20+ students in a 2nd-grade classroom.
- Accommodated, as well as modified, the content of lessons and tests as necessary for students' special needs, and the capability of working with Spec. Ed. Instructor
Director and Program Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois
Carbondale, USA
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
Mentor/Coordinator/IT Support Tech.
'I Can Read' (After-School Program)
Carbondale, USA
02.2016 - 07.2019
- Provided guidance and support to mentors and mentees in the program.
- Created individualized plans for each match based on their needs and interests.
- Fostered positive relationships between all stakeholders involved in the program.
President, Project Management Organization Group
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, USA
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
- Established fundraising strategies to increase financial support for programs and services.
Education
LBS1 Endorsement - Learning Behavioral Specialist 1
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL07-2024
M.S.Ed. - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL05.2023
M.S.Ed. - Workforce Education and Development
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05.2019
B.S.Science - Information Systems and Technology
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05.2016
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Motivating students
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Individual education plans ieps
Certification
IL Professional Educator License
Military Experience
United States Navy, Aviation, 1995-1997
- Military service in Aviation: SAR Swimmer (Search and Air Rescue) - ABF (Aviation Boatswain Mate - Fuels)
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals
Organizationsvolunteerexperiencehonorsstudentactivities
- Director and Program Coordinator, Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois, Carbondale, IL, 01/20-05/21
- Mentor/Coordinator/IT Support Tech., 'I Can Read' (After-School Program), Carbondale, IL, 02/16-07/19
- President, Project Management Organization Group, Carbondale, IL, 01/15-05/16
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Carbondale Elementary School District 95
08.2024 - Current
Resource Teacher (Communications)
Carbondale Middle School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Learning Center Coordinator
Belle Valley School
08.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Experience
Thomas Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teacher/Co-Teacher
Thomas Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Director and Program Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois
01.2020 - 05.2021
Mentor/Coordinator/IT Support Tech.
'I Can Read' (After-School Program)
02.2016 - 07.2019
President, Project Management Organization Group
Southern Illinois University
01.2015 - 05.2016
IL Professional Educator License
LBS1 Endorsement - Learning Behavioral Specialist 1
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
M.S.Ed. - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
M.S.Ed. - Workforce Education and Development
Southern Illinois University
B.S.Science - Information Systems and Technology
Southern Illinois University
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