Kristin Johns, M.S.Ed. Email & Phone Number

Experienced instructional leader with a demonstrated proficiency in reaching students from diverse backgrounds, specifically who may be historically underserved in advanced academic settings.Postgraduate Professional License (Virginia):• Grades 4-8 (all subjects);• Gifted Education (PK-12);• Educational Leadership (PK-12); and • Secondary English (7-12).

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  Advanced Academics Coach

  Arlington Public Schools

  Jul 2023 - Present - Virginia, United States

  As an AAC, I work to support our school culture by empowering teachers to utilize proven instructional strategies and routines that promote critical thinking, encourage student engagement, and enhance student achievement. Through professional development, I build capacity for high-quality differentiated instruction using a variety of proven curriculum models, including Problem-Based Learning (PrBL), Parallel Curriculum Model (PCM), and Understanding by Design (UbD).As educators, we are… Show more As an AAC, I work to support our school culture by empowering teachers to utilize proven instructional strategies and routines that promote critical thinking, encourage student engagement, and enhance student achievement. Through professional development, I build capacity for high-quality differentiated instruction using a variety of proven curriculum models, including Problem-Based Learning (PrBL), Parallel Curriculum Model (PCM), and Understanding by Design (UbD).As educators, we are the ambassadors of our profession. Leadership is more than just a title; it is a disposition. Therefore, we must create structures that bolster the professionals who support our students at the grassroots level. To provide a meaningful educational experience for all, we must intentionally create a climate of high expectations, choice, and inclusivity within which teachers and students can thrive. Show less