SUZANNE Johnson
Rockford
Summary
Dynamic professional with exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, adept at engaging effectively and diplomatically with diverse audiences. Committed to customer service excellence, with extensive experience fostering rapport with high school students in classroom settings for college coursework. Proficient Google Workspace applications, demonstrating a solid ability to present information clearly to both large groups and individuals. Exhibits excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, with a proven track record of successful classroom management in middle and high school environments. Knowledgeable Teacher with solid background in Family and Consumer Sciences education. Successfully developed and implemented engaging curricula that fostered student growth and understanding in essential life skills. Demonstrated expertise in classroom management and creating inclusive learning environments. Proficient use Skyward and Schoology.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher
Richmond-Burton Community High School
08.2018 - Current
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in family and consumer sciences.
- Mentored students in personal finance management and nutrition education.
- Integrated technology into classroom instruction to enhance student engagement.
- Evaluated student progress and adapted instructional methods to meet diverse needs.
- Managed classroom effectively by establishing clear expectations and routines, maintaining a focus on learning objectives throughout each lesson.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts by reviewing existing materials and suggesting improvements based on current research trends in family and consumer sciences education.
- Developed strong rapport with students, leading to a positive learning environment and improved classroom behavior.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Organized classroom spaces and materials for optimal student learning.
- Created and opened student-led business Rockets Bake Shop.
Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Delavan-Darien School District
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Teach sixth, seventh and eighth grade students as well as an Personal Intervention Enrichment course thirty minutes, three days per week
- Create curriculum/lesson plans that differ for each grade level
- Set and achieve SLO’s for middle school students
- Create differentiated learning for a variety of student learners
- Plan and abide by the budget for the school year
- Attend weekly staff meetings
- Grocery shop, prepare and supervise kitchen labs
- Grade students work and report work into grading management system known as Infinite Campus
- Incorporate technology into the classroom with use of Google Classroom as well as other various media resources
Student Teacher
Grant Community High School
03.2017 - 04.2017
- Teach four different courses consisting of juniors and seniors
- Create market orders and use a budget to obtain food for classroom labs
- Develop lesson plans and presentations to reinforce knowledge to students
- Create differentiated learning for a variety of students
- Attend staff meetings
- Grade student work and record grades in the grading system known as Skyward
- Organization and preparation for all cooking labs
Student Teacher
Barrington Community School District
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Teach three different courses ranging from sixth grade to eighth grade
- Create and develop lesson plans for coursework
- Participate in weekly staff meeting at the school
- Grade student work and document grades into classroom management system knows as Infinite Campus and Schoology
- Enforce use of a variety of technology and media in the classroom
- Supervise and control classroom cooking labs with a number of students
- Organization and preparation for all cooking labs
- Use a budget system to order materials and food for classroom cooking labs
Special Service Assistant
Barrington Community School District
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Reinforce learning objectives to small groups of students or individuals
- Supervise independent study of special education students
- Correct work completed by students
- Collect and organize teaching materials for the classroom teacher
- Assist teacher in preparing and reproducing learning materials
- Substitute teach for classroom teacher when necessary
Nanny
Ray and Carrie Raffin
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Loving, fun, and savvy child care provider with extensive knowledge of advanced care techniques.
- Adaptable and flexible (24/7)
- Well versed in managing many tasks given each day pertaining to children and household.
- Manage outdoor and education activities of children
- Implement and oversee daily routines
- Schedule and organize children activities
- High level of enthusiasm to work with children and family.
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Implement age stimulating curriculum for two year olds
- Complete enrichment activities to promote sensory learning
- Support personal hygiene practices and potty training
- Maintain a fun and interactive learning environment
- Guide and mentor fellow Assistant Teachers
- Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
Lead Teacher
Swedish American Ryan Jury Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Create lesson plans on a weekly basis for toddlers 15-24 months
- Complete enrichment activities to promote sensory learning
- Prepare meals and assist with clean-up
- Support personal hygiene practices on a timely basis
- Communication with parents regard child activities and daily reports
- Create monthly newsletters to inform parents of upcoming activities and events
- Develop monthly bulletin boards to promote events and communication
Car hop/Dispatch
Sam’s Drive-In Restaurant
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Assist in scheduling and other management functions, like opening and closing
- Provide outstanding customer service to all patrons
- Provide training to new employees
- Take customer orders with 100% accuracy
- Deliver food to customer and assist with other needs
- Assist other coworkers with jobs as needed
Day Camp Counselor
Camp Medill McCormick
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Develop and design daily activities for young campers ages 5-8
- Prepare meals for day campers
- Supervision of camp groups during day and overnight camps
- Coordinate with other counselors regarding resources, activities, and campouts
- Established teamwork skills with counselors and day campers
Education
M.S. - Family and Consumer Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE08-2017
B.S. - Family and Child Studies
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL01.2008
Associates of Arts - undefined
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL01.2006
Skills
- Food safety training
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional strategies
- Continuous professional development
- Child development
- Textile and apparel expertise
- Food safety
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Cooking
- Self motivation
- Interior design
- Goal setting
- Food preparation techniques
- Parenting
Timeline
Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher
Richmond-Burton Community High School
08.2018 - Current
Student Teacher
Grant Community High School
03.2017 - 04.2017
Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Delavan-Darien School District
01.2017 - 06.2018
Student Teacher
Barrington Community School District
01.2017 - 03.2017
Special Service Assistant
Barrington Community School District
08.2014 - 01.2016
Nanny
Ray and Carrie Raffin
01.2012 - 08.2014
Lead Teacher
La Petite Academy
01.2011 - 01.2012
Lead Teacher
Swedish American Ryan Jury Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
Day Camp Counselor
Camp Medill McCormick
01.2002 - 01.2004
Car hop/Dispatch
Sam’s Drive-In Restaurant
01.2001 - 01.2010
B.S. - Family and Child Studies
Northern Illinois University
Associates of Arts - undefined
Rock Valley College
M.S. - Family and Consumer Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln