My Resume.

Joshawna Johnson

jjoshawna@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshawna-johnson

EDUCATION

Morgan State University School of Education                                                                                                       Baltimore, MD

Candidate for B.S in Elementary Education                                                        Expected Graduation: May 2027      GPA: 3.10                                                                   

Relevant Coursework: Educational Psychology | Human Development | Foundations of Education| Classroom and Behavior Management

Organizations: Student Mentor, LoveYours, National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Evolve502- Jefferson County Public Schools Summer Success  League         June 2025 - Present

Camp Counselor,                         Louisville, KY

• Assists with daily activities, including classroom sessions, enrichment events, and community-based learning experiences

• Models positive behavior and encourages students to build confidence and stay motivated

• Collaborates with teachers, program coordinators, and peer mentors to deliver engaging, goal-oriented sessions

The YMCA                                     May 2024 - August 2024                                                                     

Group Leader                                   Louisville, KY

• Facilitated integrated academic and recreational programs daily for 9-13-year-olds, focusing on writing and math skills to amplify academic performance in the school setting

• Cultivated an inclusive and nurturing environment that fosters teamwork, personal growth, and development for 150+ children ages 5-13, promoting a positive atmosphere for learning and social interaction

• Enhanced interpersonal skills by facilitating problem-solving activities and organizing group bonding initiatives, allowing campers to strengthen their communication and friendships       

Kroger                                           January 2023-April 2023

Customer Service Clerk/Cashier               Louisville, KY

• Provided exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers with inquiries and resolving issues to enhance their shopping experience

• Processed transactions accurately and efficiently, handling cash, credit, and returns while maintaining a balanced cash register

• Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and stock levels, contributing to a positive and organized shopping environment

LEADERSHIP & COLLEGIATE INVOLVEMENT 

School of Education Mentorship Program                                                                                                                Aug 2025- Present

Mentor                                                                                                                                                                                  Baltimore, MD

• Directs 350+ freshmen at Morgan State University through their first-year transition by connecting them with professional networks, campus resources, and academic support systems  

• Creates a motivating and empowering environment for incoming freshmen and first-year transfer students by teaching them how to efficiently transfer from high school to college to ensure they excel academically, mentally, and professionally

Change Today, Change Tomorrow Wesley Food Drive                                                     June 2025- Present

Volunteer                                                             Louisville, KY

• Organize, pack, and distribute food donations to community members with efficiency and care

• Collaborate with volunteers to manage events and raise awareness about food insecurity

First Virginia Avenue Missionary Baptist Church                                                                                                     Oct 2023- Present

Social Media Manager                                                                                                                                                           Louisville, KY

• Create and manage social media content to engage the congregation and promote church events

• Increase community outreach by coordinating digital campaigns and maintaining a consistent online presence

                                                      

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Microsoft Excel | Canva | Collaboration | Interpersonal Skills | Communication | Organization | Program Leadership | Mentoring

My Video Journal.

             In this video, I will explain how I would teach a lesson in a classroom while effectively integrating technology to support students' learning. The goal is to show how technology can make lessons more engaging, interactive, and accessible for students. I will focus on how I use digital tools to explain content, check for understanding, and keep students involved throughout the lesson. 

Technology Infused Lesson

For this lesson plan, I created a second-grade English Language Arts lesson focused on identifying story elements, including characters, setting, and major events. The lesson was designed to align with second-grade Common Core standards and required me to incorporate direct instruction, guided practice, independent work, and a technology-based component. I included a read aloud, anchor chart modeling, a Beginning, Middle, End graphic organizer, and a digital activity using BrainPOP Jr. to reinforce understanding. The goal was for students to actively engage with the text and demonstrate comprehension through discussion, drawing, writing, and interactive digital practice. Hands-on, project-based learning played an important role in this lesson because students were not just listening to a story; they were actively analyzing it. By completing a graphic organizer, participating in turn-and-talk discussions, and using a digital quiz, students practiced applying their knowledge in meaningful ways. Project-based and interactive strategies are especially helpful in second grade because students learn best when they are engaged and involved. These techniques also help address challenges that may arise in the classroom, such as varying reading levels, short attention spans, and different learning styles. For example, visual learners benefit from anchor charts and drawing activities, while kinesthetic learners benefit from interactive digital components. Using hands-on and project-based strategies also helps with classroom management and student motivation. When students are engaged in meaningful tasks, they are less likely to become distracted or disengaged. Technology tools like BrainPOP Jr. provide immediate feedback, which helps students correct misunderstandings in real time. In my future classroom, I plan to continue using interactive and project-based approaches because they promote critical thinking, collaboration, and deeper understanding. These strategies allow me to differentiate instruction while ensuring that all students are actively involved in their learning process. 

Professional Development technology.

 1. Identify the purpose of developing a technology professional development plan. 

                The reason of developing a technology professional development plan is to create a structured and intentional roadmap for improving instructional practices through meaningful technology integration. In my position as a second grade teacher at Northwood Elementary, this plan helps ensure that digital tools are not used just for the fun of it but stragtegically to support literacy development, differentiation, and student growth. By seeking their identify strengths, setting measurable goals, and outlining specific strategies, the plan ensures that technology use aligns with reading standards, supports diverse learners, and imporves students outcomes. it also allows for ongoing reflection and data driven adjustments throughout the school year. 

2. Discuss why it is important for teachers to participate in this type of plan. 

                    It is very important for us teachers to participate in a technology professional development plan because education is continuously evolving, especially in the area of digital learning after covid. At Northwood Elementary technology is integrated directly into classrooms instruction through interactive whiteboards, ipads, Chromebooks, and adaptive reading programs. In order to use these tools effectively teachers must stay informed within their skills. Participating in a structured plan helps teachers improve student digital literacy, differemtiate instruction, and monitor progress using todays time. 

3. Identify what types of problems or issues can occur during the development of the plan.

                    Serveral challenges can occur during the development and implementation of a technology professional development plan. One problem may be limited time for training, planning, and collaboration while balancing daily instructional responsibilities. Another challenge could involve levels of teacher comfort and confidence with digital tools. Access to reliable devices or teachnical support may also present obstacles, especially if technology malfunctions or porgrams do not funcation as expected. Finally, maintaining consistent familiy engagement with digital platforms may require ongoing communication and support. Recongnizing these potential challenges allows for proactive planning and realistic goal setting throughout the school year. 

My Teacher Tool Kit

 

               Welcome to my classroom here you will find a number of websites that helps students learn in fun way. These websites may help with math, spelling, reading, and so much more it keeps the students entertained while learning. These resources helps in the classroom and at home. 

https://www.funbrain.com/

        Fun Brain is a free educational website that helps make leanring fun for students in grades K-8. In the classroom it can reinforce subjects like math and reading through interactive games and activities that keep students engaged. Addtionaly it supports different learning levels by allowing students work at their own pace. 

https://www.coolmathgames.com/

        Cool Math is another educational game infact i grew up on this website. This website uses fun and interavtive games to help develop math, logic, and problem solving skills. In the classroom it can keep students engaged while reinforcing important concepts in a low pressure enjoyable way. It allows students to think critically and work at their own pace making it useful tool for both practice and enrichment. 

https://www.abcmouse.com

        ABCmouse is a website designed for young learners typically ages 2 through 8 that teaches subjects like reading, math, science, and art through interactive lessons and games. In the classroom it can help build foundational skills while keeping students engaged with colorful activities and rewards. It allows children to learn at their own pace, making it helpful tool for individualzied learning and early education support. 

https://www.brainpop.com

       BrainPop is a website that uses animated videos, quizzes, and interactive activities to teach a wide range of subjects like math, science, socical studies, and English. In the classroom it helps simplify complex topics through learning styles, and encourages critical thinking. Its a useful tool for introducing new concepts, reinforcing lessons, and making learning more interactive and fun. 

https://www.khanacademy.org/

       Khan Academy is a free educational platform that offers lessons in subjects like math, science, and more through videos and practice exercises. In the classroom it helps studetns provides  personalized practice and allows teachers to track progress. Its a valuable tool for reinforcing cancepts, supporting different learning levels, and makes learning more flexible and accessible. 

https://pbskids.org/

        PBS Kids is an educational website that offers games, videos, and activites based on popular children's shows to teach skills like reading, math, and problem solving. In the classroom it helps engage younger students with familiar characters, reinforces learning through interactive content, and supports early childhood development in a fun and accessible way. 

https://mrnussbaum.com/

        Mr. Nussbaum is an educational website that provides interactive games within lessons in subjects like reading, history, math, ans geopraphy. In the classroom it helps reinforce key concepts through engaging content, supports independent learning, and allows students to practice skills in a fun and interactive way. 

https://www.mathchimp.com/#google_vignette

        Math Chimp is a free educational website that offers math games, worksheets, and videos for elementary and middle school students. In the classroom it helps reinforce math concepts through interactive activities, supports different learning styles, and allows students to practice skills at their own peace in a fun and engaging way. 

https://www.starfall.com/h/

        Starfall is an educational website designed to help young leaners develop reading, phonics, and basic math skills through interactive games and activities. In classroom it supports early literacy development keeps students engaged with fun visual and sounds and allows children to learn at their own pace, making it especially useful for beginning readers. 

https://www.duolingo.com/

      Duolingo is a lanuage learning app that teaches reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in different languages through short, interactive lessons and games. In the classroom it can help students practice vocabulary and grammar in a fun, engaging way, support individualized learning, and encourge daily practice to build language skills over time. 

Professional Development

 Professional development is and important part of my growth as a future educator. I believe that effective teachers are lifelong learners who always seek new knowledge and strategies to better teach their students learning. Through my coursework and training in education I have strengthened my understanding of child development, classroom management, instructional strategies. I am interested in workshops that focus on culturally responsive teaching and social emotional learning because I believe in supporting the whole child. I am committed to receiving the necessary certifications and continuing my learning beyond the classroom. Organizations like the "National Association for the Education of Young Children'' promote high standards in early childhood. Im also looking forward to participating in professional learning communities, conferences, and ongoing training that'll help me grow in many areas such ass differentiated instructions and technology integration. Learning will allow me to stay current, reflective =, and effective in meeting my students needs.