Saturday, November 9, 2019

Resume



Amie Johnson
Simi Valley, CA * 805-390-0083 * amieDjohnson@gmail.com






Education
Associate of Arts: Liberal Studies                                              Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA
Bachelor of Arts: English                                                  Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ


Work Experience
DIRECTOR CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS, Simi Valley, CA                               2015-2018
Challenge A, B
·      Tutor 7th and 8th grade students through 6 disciplines using a classical approach.
·      Assess students’ progress throughout tutoring sessions.
·      Communicate progress in written progress reports, in person, by phone, and by email.
·      Prepare goals and objectives for tutoring sessions according to student needs.
·      Provide feedback to students using to encourage, motivate, or build confidence.
·      Review subject material with students by discussing, working solutions, and reviewing assignments.
·      Organize the environment to promote learning.
·      Participate in personal growth through training and development to improve practices and learn current techniques.

IEW REGISTERED INSTRUCTOR, Simi Valley, CA                                              2011-Present
·      Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
·      Evaluate students’ class and homework.
·      Prepare the course syllabus, homework assignments, and other related handouts.
·      Maintain student attendance records, payment, and other required records.
·      Select and obtain materials and supplies.
·      Partner with parents to ensure success of each student at his or her individual level of learning
·      Modify curriculum and instruction for students with learning challenges
·      Teach students in grades 4-7 writing structure and stylistic techniques using the Excellence in Writing program.
·      Continually working towards obtaining highest level of certification
·      Current private in-home contract for 2017-2018 school year.

PRIVATE TEACHING CONTRACTS, Simi Valley, CA                                          2015-Present
Licensed and Insured
·      Approved Contract Vendor, Inspire Charter Schools; Duarte, CA
·      Approved Contract Vendor, Golden Valley Charter Schools; Ventura, CA
·      Teacher, Trinity Pacific Christian Schools; Thousand Oaks, CA
·      Instructor, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District; Simi Valley, CA


DIRECTOR, THE GRACE ACADEMY, Simi Valley, CA                                            2006-2013
·      Partnered with the Grace Brethren High School principal to create and implement a thriving Private School Satellite Program for homeschoolers.
·      Supervised day to day operations of two campus-based programs for students in grades K-12.
·      Filed State of California affidavit
·      Kept records to ensure state compliance.
·      Had critical input for PSP budget and worked within budget guidelines.
·      Created a successful Monday School program which offered on site classes to homeschoolers, comprised of approximately 12 classes and over 100 students.

Leadership Experience
Leadership Advisor, The Grace Academy                                                                       2007-2008
Director, Truth & Training, Grace Brethren Church                                                        2005-2007

Personal Experience
I home educated two of my own children for a total of 11 years. I have a son with low functioning autism and worked as a part-time Instructional Aide Special Education for the Simi Valley Unified School District.  I have attended multiple homeschool conventions over the years including CHEA, Carole Joy Seid’s Literature Based Approach to Education, and the Central Coast Home Education Conference.

Professional Skills Profile


·      Classroom Teaching Experience
·      Leadership Experience
·      Academic Administrative Experience
·      Experience with Special Needs
·      Behavior Management
·      Proficient Oral/Written Communication


Special Training Certification
Handwriting Without Tears Training                                                                                June 2019
Barton Reading and Spelling System Training Levels 1-3                                          January 2019
ACSI CEU (3) Power of Nonfiction Writing Workshop                                                  May 2011
Institute for Excellence in Writing Registered Instructor                                            January 2011
ACSI CEU (2) Biblical Studies                                                                                  October 2010
Leadership Advisors Development Day                                                                         March 2010
Christian Parent Educators Certificate                                                                              June 2009

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