Lawrence Johnson

6th Grade Humanities Teacher @Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School

Brooklyn, NY, US

Instruct and support 5th and 6th grade students in both Mathematics and English Language Arts (ELA), aligning lessons with Common Core State Standards and Ascend’s rigorous academic curriculum.• Create and implement engaging lesson plans that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and reading comprehension across multiple learning levels.• Utilize data-driven instruction to assess student progress, differentiate instruction, and improve academic outcomes.• Establish a classroom culture rooted in high expectations, respect, and consistent routines to promote student success and personal growth.• Collaborate with co-teachers, instructional coaches, and school leadership to align curriculum, share best practices, and participate in professional development.• Maintain accurate records of student performance, communicate regularly with families, and participate in school-wide events and initiatives to support the Ascend community.• Support students’ social-emotional development through positive behavior reinforcement, relationship-building, and restorative practices.