Lauren Johnson
Arlington,VA
Summary
Experienced educator with diverse classroom experience who is a passionate advocate for improving K-12 public education. Dedicated to facilitating seamless transitions from theory to practice by empowering educators with the tools and resources necessary to create enriching learning experiences for young learners.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Implementation Specialist
Appletree Institute For Education Innovation
07.2022 - Current
- Successfully coached and mentored 50 teachers throughout the school year
- Facilitated on average 4 training sessions monthly for two consecutive school years
- Co-writer of the morning meeting preschool curriculum that is used in over 400 classrooms across the US (NY, DC, TX, STL)
- Co-developed standardized coaching templates for the 23-24 academic year, streamlining support for teachers across the school.
- Developed, organized and facilitated summer professional development sessions for 350+ teachers in DC, promoting effective teaching practices and professional growth.
- Worked in conjunction with the school principal as an instructional coach, driving improvements in instructional strategies and student outcomes.
- Successfully maintained external school partnerships by working diligently with the school leadership to implement curriculum with fidelity and provide targeted support to staff members
Second Grade Teacher
Rolling Terrace Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Differentiated instruction to meet th unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Integrated weekly multicultural lessons that promote bilingualism, and a greater understanding of other languages and cultures.
- Planned and modified instruction in English for Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies to meet bilingual student’s needs.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Policy
George Washington University
Washington, DC05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12.2018
Certification
- Certified CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Pre-K–3rd
- EDTPA Teaching Certification
Timeline
Implementation Specialist
Appletree Institute For Education Innovation
07.2022 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Rolling Terrace Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Education Policy
George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
- Certified CLASS 2nd Edition Observer Pre-K–3rd
- EDTPA Teaching Certification
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