Taylor Johnston
Lenoir City,TN
Summary
Methodical educator with mastery in developing and implementing innovative curricula, fostering intellectual growth, and effectively utilizing data-driven strategies to enhance student outcomes. Skilled in creating engaging, thought-provoking learning environments that stimulate curiosity and critical thinking.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Farragut Intermediate School
Farragut, TN
07.2025 - Current
- Develop and execute rigorous, standards-aligned ELA and social studies curriculum, integrate literacy skills, historical analysis, and writing instruction while fostering a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment for a diverse group of 4th grade students.
- Systematically collect and analyze formative and summative assessment data to guide instructional planning, design targeted interventions, differentiate instruction, and improve student mastery of grade-level standards.
- Systematically plan and execute accommodations, modifications, and targeted interventions to ensure inclusive, equitable instruction and measurable academic growth for students with varied learning profiles and instructional needs.
Special Education Teacher
East Moriches Middle School
East Moriches, NY
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed individualized learning plans that integrated multisensory strategies, enabling students to access curriculum and demonstrate clearer mastery across subjects.
- Tracked IEP goal progress using systematic data collection, informing weekly adjustments that produced steady academic and behavioral gains.
- Analyzed assessment and observation data to prioritize skill targets, crafting focused interventions that accelerated task completion and participation.
Summer Program Teacher
East Moriches School District
East Moriches, NY
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Designed and delivered individualized learning activities for students with diverse needs, improving engagement and achieving noticeable progress in classroom participation.
- Maintained precise progress notes and updated IEP documentation after each session, enabling accurate tracking of goals and informed instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust interventions.
Substitute Teacher
East Moriches Elementary School
East Moriches, NY
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Deliver whole group and small group instruction to grades K-4 while adhering to the teacher’s instructions
- Use positive classroom management techniques to ensure proper student behavior and participation
Education
Master of Science - Second Language Education in TESOL
Suny Cortland
Cortland05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study
St. Joseph's University
Patchogue, NY05-2024
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
- TN Practitioner Teacher-1st Issuance: Elementary Education K-5
- TN Practitioner Teacher-1st Issuance: Early Childhood Education (Pre-K-3)
- TN Practitioner Teacher-1st Issuance: Special Education Early Childhood (Pre-K-3)
- TN Practitioner Teacher-1st Issuance: Special Education Interventionist K-8
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Farragut Intermediate School
07.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
East Moriches Middle School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Summer Program Teacher
East Moriches School District
07.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
East Moriches Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Second Language Education in TESOL
Suny Cortland
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study
St. Joseph's University