Victoria Johns
Hamburg
Summary
Passionate NYS Certified Mathematics educator ready to begin my full time educator journey in the Frontier School District. Often commended for being creative and adaptable. A team player that is always looking for ways to improve upon myself and work. As a mom of 3 boys, classroom management skills are second nature to me. Every student has the ability to succeed and given the proper nurturing and guidance, they can develop skills to help them in all aspects of life. Firm believer in a restorative classroom, which allows those that put in the time and effort to better themselves and their grades. Technologically inclined and always gets excited about new methods and tech to assist students in reaching their learning goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Preferred/Building Substitute Teacher
Frontier CSD - Frontier Middle School
11.2022 - Current
- Four long term placements for 6+ weeks each. One placement teaching 7th grade math (6 weeks) and another teaching 6th grade accelerated math (12 weeks).
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and in-school detention when necessary.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping during all long term placements.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Made numerous positive connections with many students and staff.
Student Teacher
West Seneca East Senior High School
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Received first hand experience in 3 Algebra and 2 Geometry classes.
- Worked with students in grade 9-11, with varying skill levels.
- Created and graded numerous tests, quizzes and activities that incorporated mandated topics.
- Assisted my cooperating teacher with daily after school help that involved practices/remediation, retakes of both quizzes and tests, and assistance with homework.
- Experienced a Mastery Classroom for the first time, which I quickly became a fan of.
Student Teacher
SS. Peter & Paul Catholic School
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Received first hand experience working in multiple classrooms that include 6th grade math, 7th grade math, 7th AP math, 8th grade math and 8th AP math.
- Taught lessons, assigned homework, and organized activities.
- Created and graded homework, quizzes and tests that followed current standards and included mandated topics.
- Experienced the daily schedule in a Catholic school setting which included attending Mass and religion classes.
- Assisted in other daily duties in the building including supervising/assisting during K-2 lunch, dismissal duties, and practicing drills that included transferring the entire student-body to their designated safe building at HCSD Pleasant Elementary.
Field Experience
Dunkirk High School
10.2018 - 11.2018
- Received first hand experience in a culturally diverse 9th grade Algebra classroom.
- Created and administered both pre- and post-tests on various course work and led daily lessons.
- Organized and supervised multiple group work activities, including “Graphing Battleships” as a test review.
- Observed disciplinary actions taken by the head teacher, as well as her approach to one-on-one check-ups with struggling students.
Field Experience
Dunkirk Middle School
10.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked in a partnership with a fellow education major to tutor a struggling student with math coursework and homework afterschool
- Focus was on reinforcing the daily lessons
- Created some fun hands-on activities for the student to help reinforce those concepts.
Field Experience
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
02.2015 - 03.2015
- Worked with a small group of 7th and 8th grade students after school
- Focus was on math lessons from daily course work
- Created and implemented various activities that helped to reinforce the learned concepts.
Field Experience
Westminster Early Childhood Program
10.2010 - 11.2010
- Worked side-by-side with the head teacher in a 5 year old Kindergarten readiness program
- Assisted with small group activities, as well as large group activities
- Chaperoned a class trip to the Theater of Youth.
Before and After School Care Assistant
Frontier CSD Before/After School
09.2009 - 01.2010
- Shifted between all 4 elementary schools in the district
- Supervised students ranging from grades K-5
- Helped with homework, organized and played games, as well as mediating issues and disciplining when necessary.
Child Care Program
Erie 1 BOCES
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Ran free-for-the-community childcare program for children aged 3-5 years
- In conjunction with my fellow BOCES classmates, we planned and executed all aspects of a child care program
- Aspects included lessons, activities, and games as well as snack time, nap time and assessments.
Field Experience
EduKids
01.2008 - 02.2008
- Worked alongside the head and assistant teachers in the 4/5 year old classroom
- Observed teacher-student interactions, as well as assisted in small group activities
- Planned and executed a week-long lesson on the letter “Yy”, which included reading, writing, math and art activities.
Field Experience
Big Tree Elementary
10.2007 - 11.2007
- Worked alongside the, in a second grade inclusion classroom
- Helped plan and execute various activities
- Observed and participated in activities with the math specialist that helped to reinforce topics with the inclusion students
- Area of focus during my experience was with time and money.
Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of America
01.2005 - 01.2007
- As a Senior Girl scout, myself and my 2 other troop members ran a Brownie troop of girls grades 2-3
- Planned and executed meetings and activities, in addition to organizing fundraising events and troop field trips.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Math - Adol. Ed
State University of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Ed
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY2011
High School Diploma -
Frontier High School
Hamburg, NY06.2009
Technical Endorsment - Early Childhood Education
Erie 1 BOCES
West Seneca, NY06.2009
Skills
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Learning Assessments
- Online Teaching
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Nurturing Environment
- Interactive Media
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Disciplinary Procedures
- SMART Boards
- Positive Learning Environment
- Google Classroom
Professional Development
Newline Board Seminar, Frontier Big Picture, ECC South Campus, Orchard Park, NY February, 2024.
WSCSD Staff Development Day, WSW High School, W. Seneca, NY. November, 2021.
Diocese of Buffalo Catholic Schools Staff Development Day, OLV Basilica, Lackawanna, NY. October, 2021.
68th Annual AMTNYS Conference, Saratoga Springs, NY. November, 2018.
Family Math Night, Washington Middle School, Jamestown, NY. October, 2018.
CPR Training and Certification, Erie Community College, Buffalo, NY. September, 2010.
Timeline
Preferred/Building Substitute Teacher
Frontier CSD - Frontier Middle School
11.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
West Seneca East Senior High School
10.2021 - 12.2021
Student Teacher
SS. Peter & Paul Catholic School
09.2021 - 10.2021
Field Experience
Dunkirk High School
10.2018 - 11.2018
Field Experience
Dunkirk Middle School
10.2017 - 11.2017
Field Experience
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
02.2015 - 03.2015
Field Experience
Westminster Early Childhood Program
10.2010 - 11.2010
Before and After School Care Assistant
Frontier CSD Before/After School
09.2009 - 01.2010
Field Experience
EduKids
01.2008 - 02.2008
Child Care Program
Erie 1 BOCES
01.2008 - 01.2009
Field Experience
Big Tree Elementary
10.2007 - 11.2007
Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of America
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Math - Adol. Ed
State University of New York At Fredonia
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Ed
Erie Community College
High School Diploma -
Frontier High School
Technical Endorsment - Early Childhood Education
Erie 1 BOCES
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