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Randi Johnson
2500 2
nd
Ave South
Great Falls, MT, 59405
(406)-450-1878
Randi.johnson@umconnect.umt.ect
Education:
The University of Montana, Missoula, MT
Bachelor of Arts in Education, Elementary with a Reading Endorsement, Minor in Psychology, May 2014
Overall GPA: 3.70
Certification:
Eligible for certification, May 2014
Teaching Experience:
Student Teaching: Lincoln Elementary, Great Falls, MT. Spring 2014.
Prepared and developed lessons to specifically address common core standards for a third grade
class.
Modified instruction to provide small group lessons to best enhance individual learning needs of
all students.
Established connections with parents at parent teacher conference and through regular
interactions in a school setting.
Attended weekly staff meetings, IEP meetings, and district content training.
Assumed responsibilities of the classroom teacher which included: taking attendance, dealing
with behavioral issues, monitoring student progress, preparing lesson plans, and grading
student work.
Related Experience:
Volunteering Vina Chatten Elementary on the Blackfeet Reservation
Spent time in a Kindergarten class getting to know what it was like working with a diverse
population of learners. Taught lessons in ELA and Math.
Gear Up College Advocate
Worked with students from ages 11-18 encouraging early college awareness and importance of
higher education. Presented to them an array of topics related to higher education including;
dorm life, classes, registration, campus layouts, financial aid and support programs. Presented
also on being a Native American college student and some common struggles.
ELL Test Proctor Browning Middle School
Administered English Language Learners test for grades six through eight. Read students the
standardized test. Assessed and scored students based on individual performance.

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Field Experiences:
Mrs. Harts fourth grade class. Stevensville, Montana
Observed and reflected on cooperating teachers instruction. Provided one on one help to
struggling students in areas of reading. Prepared and taught science lessons to entire group of
learners.
LAB Pre-School/ Flagship first grade
Observed student interaction with teachers in the LAB preschool. Focused on emergent literacy
and how it is developed with young learners. Provided instruction to individual students using
the school philosophy. Taught a mini literacy lesson to a small group of preschoolers.
Planned and conducted weekly literacy lessons for first grade Imagination Station.
Mrs. Undems second grade class. Frenchtown, Montana
Provided instruction to students in all subject areas including: reading, math, science, and social
studies. Administered pre and post tests to track students progress. Provided teacher with data
on students in the area of reading by conducting the reading assessment IRI.
Other Work Experience
Waitress/Hostess Park Caf. St. Mary, Montana June 2009- August 2013
Greeted customers while finding seating. Handled waiting list of customers to be seated which
requires you to be friendly even in stressful situations. Took food and drink orders and handled
money. Trained new employees in providing efficient and friendly service.
Secretary, Native American Studies. University of Montana October 2011-May 2012
Completed office tasks such as, filing papers, creating documents, grading papers, and
answering office telephone. Answered student and visitors question about the building and
department.
Recognitions
Will be graduating from the University Of Montana, College Of Education with high honors in
May 2014.
Member of the Golden Key and Mortar Board Honor Societies.