2023 Johnson Resume-2

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Janifer P.

Johnson
3283 Kilmer Dr. Troy, MI 48083 - (248)-765-9574 - [email protected]

CERTIFICATIONS
Teacher Certification Expected May 2023
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
● Completed 12 graduated-level credits
Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate March 2022
(K-5 All Subjects)
Adult and Child First Aid & CPR Anticipated April 2023

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education May 2022
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
● Teaching Major: Social Studies

● Additional Endorsements: Global Educator Cohort Program

TEACHING EXPERIENCES
Year-Long Intern, First-grade Oct 2021- May 2023
Pine Knob Elementary, Clarkston, Michigan
● Taught in a first-grade classroom and maintained relationships with students through consistent
and positive interactions
● Used high-functioning classroom management skills and created a productive learning
environment
● Designed and implemented whole-class social studies, science, literacy, and mathematics lessons
tailored to all learner profiles within the classroom
● Cultivated student/teacher rapport within the classroom

● Reflected and adjusted instruction using observations, assessments, and data

● Participated in professional development and staff meetings

● Professionally communicated with parents about their child’s learning journey

● Evaluated student progress through district assessment and grading practices

● Engaged in teacher responsibilities in the building

Kindergarten Student Teacher Oct 2021 - April 2022


Gardner International Magnet School, Lansing, Michigan
● Assisted and observed in a kindergarten classroom

● Established relationships with students through consistent positive interactions

● Observed daily classroom activities and management techniques

● Planned and delivered diverse instruction in social studies, science, literacy, and mathematics

● Collaborated with mentor teacher to provide an inclusive learning experience during Covid

Field Placement Feb 2021 - April 2021


Beagle Elementary School, Grand Ledge, Michigan
● Observed second-grade students learning in a virtual setting and enhancing their literacy skills
with a reading and literacy specialist
● Prepared engaging writing lesson plans

● Collaborated with a mentor teacher in a virtual setting and observed teaching techniques

Field Placement Oct 2018 - Dec 2018


Refugee Development Center, Lansing, Michigan
● Mentored in an English language-learning program that provided one-on-one tutoring and group
center discussions for middle school students
● Addressed cultural and language barriers while creating a sense of community for students

● Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain a safe environment for all students

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCES


Okemos Kids Club Summer Camp June 2021 - Aug 2021
Cornell Elementary School, Okemos, Michigan
● Supervised a group of 20 campers daily and created a safe and fun camp experience.

● Collaborated with a lead teacher and other counselors to develop engaging, active, and energetic
activities for campers
● Communicated with parents regarding camp events and addressed issues that arose during camp

● Maintained a safe, clean, and inclusive environment for all campers during the pandemic
Volunteer May 2018 - May 2022
Morse Elementary School, Troy, Michigan
● Observed a mentor kindergarten teacher conduct inclusive and engaging lessons in literacy,
science, and mathematics for emergent bilingual students
● Assisted and taught mathematics with small groups of kindergarteners where students engaged in
various skill-strengthening activities
● Led multiple read-alouds to the whole class on topics that included diverse student backgrounds

OTHER EXPERIENCES
Nanny Summer 2022
Kilpatrick Household, Battle Creek, MI
● Served as a caretaker to two children under the age of 11
● Created a child-friendly environment while planning activities for the children
● Maintained the children’s schedule for summer camps and other planned activities
Server
Kirby’s Koney Island, Troy, MI Summer 2019
● Delivered personable customer service to every guest
● Efficiently put together orders and delivered them in a timely manner
● Assisted in maintaining food safety and sanitation guidelines

TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLS


Proficient in
● Microsoft Word ● Document Camera

● PowerPoint ● Digital Projector

● Excel ● Google Docs

● SMART board/Clever Touch ● Seesaw

HONORS AND AWARDS


Dean’s List May 2020 - Jan 2022
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Elementary Professional Learning March 10, 2023
Pine Knob Elementary, Clarkston, Michigan

Professional Learning led by SACS AM/Building Time by Principal November 11, 2022
Pine Knob Elementary, Clarkston, Michigan

Sexual Harassment AM/ Building Led Time by Principal October 14, 2022
Pine Knob Elementary, Clarkston, Michigan
District Kick-Off and Professional Learning led by Dr. Jim Henry August 22, 2022
Clarkston High School, Clarkston, Michigan

REFERENCES
Jodi Yeloushan
Principal of Pine Knob Elementary
[email protected]

Kiryn Petruska
First Grade Teacher/Internship Mentor at Pine Knob Elementary
[email protected]

Teri Simons
Michigan State Internship Field-Instructor
[email protected]

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