Nicole Johnson

8 Golf Ave, San Rafael CA 94903 - 415-299-2353 - johnsonnicole94@gmail.com

www.teachandbetaught.weebly.com

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OBJECTIVE
To secure a teaching position in a grade K-5 classroom that provides the opportunity to make a difference
in the academic, social and emotional lives of children by utilizing effective teaching methods, 21st
century skills, assessment measurement, and strong communication skills.

EDUCATION

Dominican University of California, San Rafael, CA

Credential: SB 2042 Content Multiple Subject Credential
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Teacher Education

Substitute Credential

Anticipated Grad Date 05/2016

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Deans List - 3.85 GPA

Capstone Research Project - The Art of Integration, Dominican University

Researched the impact of integrating the arts into multiple curricular subjects which concluded that
integrating the arts into the classroom is essential for improving students test scores and personal
development while creating a positive environment.

Vallecito Elementary, San Rafael, CA

Student Teacher
Fifth Grade

2013-2016
2014-2015

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
01/2016-Present

Observed master teacher while slowly taking over all responsibilities in the classroom.
Effectively created and taught English Language Arts, Social Studies, Mathematics, and Science
lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
Implemented newly adopted Math Expressions curriculum.
Planned daily and weekly outlines with general as well as detailed lesson plans.
Kept an updated grade book aligned to CCSS.
Designed and implemented hands-on, interactive activities to enhance students interactions and
critical thinking skills.
Participated in district, staff, and grade-level planning meetings.
Attended Welcoming Schools trainings on embracing family diversity, avoiding gender
stereotyping and ending bullying and name-calling.

Kindergarten

Team taught with master teacher in Language Arts, Social Studies, and Mathematics.
Planned and facilitated curriculum for Writers Workshop during six week period.
Modeled teaching for college students in Liberal Studies program in a lesson study.

Youth In Arts, San Rafael, CA

Kindergarten Art Intern

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

02/2014-05/2014

Assisted Youth In Arts teacher in kindergarten art lessons. Responsibilities included working with
small groups, creating a student work album, planning and facilitating student art gallery.

Boca Pizzeria, Corte Madera, CA

Hostess

2014-2015

Greeted customers, organized seating charts, and managed customers requests and needs.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

Nicaragua Service Club, Terra Linda High School, CA

2010-2013

Taught a variety of lessons to impoverished children in Managua, Nicaragua including Health,

Physical Education, Art, and Music.

OTHER RELEVANT SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Word, internet research, utilization of MAC & PC, and social media.
Attended GLAD training.
Studied theater, music, and dance.