Stephen Johnston
Brownsville,USA
Summary
Accomplished English Language Arts and ESL educator with nearly 30 years of teaching and academic leadership experience in the U.S., China, Spain, and Mexico. Proven expertise in instructing secondary and adult learners in English literature, writing, conversation, exam preparation, and history. Former Academic Dean with a strong track record in faculty supervision, curriculum development, and cross-cultural engagement. Adept at building inclusive classrooms, adapting instruction to diverse communities, and navigating the demands of online and hybrid education. Committed to language empowerment, academic excellence, and global literacy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
TEFL Teaching Intern
EBC
- Completed hands-on teaching practicum with Spanish learners
- Emphasized fluency-building, cultural connections, and personalized instruction
- Dates Available Upon Request
ESL Instructor
Various Schools
- Taught English to children and adult learners
- Customized curriculum to local language goals and cultural nuances
- Dates Available Upon Request
English Language Arts Teacher
Buckland School K–12
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Taught English literature and writing for grades 6–12
- Tailored instruction to the cultural context of Native Alaskan students
- Delivered virtual instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic using adaptive strategies
Academic Dean & World History Teacher
China Crosspoint High School
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Directed the academic program and managed foreign faculty
- Oversaw curriculum planning and quality assurance for high school courses
- Taught 10th-grade World History and conducted student enrollment interviews
English Literature & ESL Teacher
China Crosspoint High School
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Delivered instruction in 9th-grade English literature and ESL reading/grammar
- Designed interactive assignments including video storytelling projects
Adult ESL Instructor
University of Texas at Brownsville
09.2006 - 08.2016
- Taught ESL courses in conversation, grammar, writing, U.S. culture, and test prep
- Developed curriculum and mentored new language instructors
- Supported interpreters working with deaf students for enriched language development
English & ESL Teacher
Porter High School
08.1995 - 09.2006
- Educated immigrant students in ESL and taught grades 9–12 in English literature
Education
M.A. - Philosophy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KYB.A. - Philosophy
Asbury College
Wilmore, KYTexas Secondary Education Certification - English Literature & ESL
TEFL Certification - undefined
EBC
Skills
- Secondary & Adult ESL/ELA Instruction
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Curriculum Development & Implementation
- Online, Hybrid & In-Person Learning
- Student Evaluation & Progress Monitoring
- Faculty Supervision & Instructional Leadership
- College Entrance & Exam Preparation (TOEFL, GRE, ACT)
- Training & Mentorship of Educators
Languages
Spanish: Professional Proficiency
Mandarin Chinese: Limited Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Led ESL students to district’s highest performance levels
- Recognized as a Highly Rated English Teacher
- Served as President of a local nonprofit organization
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Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Buckland School K–12
09.2020 - 05.2022
Academic Dean & World History Teacher
China Crosspoint High School
08.2018 - 07.2019
English Literature & ESL Teacher
China Crosspoint High School
09.2016 - 07.2018
Adult ESL Instructor
University of Texas at Brownsville
09.2006 - 08.2016
English & ESL Teacher
Porter High School
08.1995 - 09.2006
TEFL Teaching Intern
EBC
ESL Instructor
Various Schools
B.A. - Philosophy
Asbury College
Texas Secondary Education Certification - English Literature & ESL
TEFL Certification - undefined
EBC
M.A. - Philosophy
University of Kentucky
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