Catherine Johnson
Email: *********@********.***
Address: ***** ******** *****
City: Rockville
State: MD
Zip: 20853
Country: USA
Phone: 240-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: $40,000
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Catherine Johnson
13408 Parkland Drive, Rockville, MD 20853
*********@********.***
CERTIFIED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER (1-8)
A dedicated elementary educator with over 12 years of experience delivering enthusiastic instruction for primary and elementary grade school children. Continuously seek new ways to improve instruction and link learning with a positive attitude and outcomes. Always provide children with the knowledge, tools, and resources to exceed individual/school goals. Skilled in serving among a variety of different curriculum structures, student learning styles along with a background serving diverse populations. Expert interpersonal skills; able to build solid, positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Passionate about teaching, learning, and student success
Teaching Experience
Ritchie Park Elementary School, Rockville, MD
August 2007 - June 2011
Second Grade Teacher: 8/2009-6/2011 Third Grade Teacher: 8/2007-6/2009
Provided explicit reading instruction and support to small groups.
Strong skills in collaborating with other educators and specialists.
Provided a Balanced Literacy program for students, which included modeling and instruction of Guided Reading, Independent Literacy Centers, Word Work, Shared Reading, Read Aloud, Independent Reading and Guided Writing.
Provided an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, social and emotional growth of each student.
Fostered an environment of respect and empathy for each student`s class contributions.
Developed, selected and modified instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students using the MCPS reading/language arts, mathematics, social studies and science curriculum.
Integrated Gifted and Talent programs William and Mary and Junior Great Books into reading instruction.
Met wide range of students needs including GT, ESOL, LD, ADHD, and autistic students.
Co-chaired American Sign Language club for students during lunch, after school.
Phoebe Hearst Elementary School, Washington, DC
September 2001 - June 2007
Kindergarten Teacher: 8/2006-6/2007 First Grade Teacher: 8/2001-6/2006
Responsibilities included instruction and assessment for kindergarten and first grade students.
Subject areas included: Reading/Language Arts block, Everyday Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Writing.
Used the Responsive Classroom Model.
Administered reading, writing and math benchmark tests.
Provided a Balanced Literacy program for students, which included modeling and instruction of Guided Reading, Independent Literacy Centers, Word Work, Shared Reading, Read Aloud, Independent Reading and Guided Writing.
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