CURRICULUM VITAE
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Learning Design and Technology Exp. Spring 2024
The University of Georgia, Department of Career and Information Studies
Master of Science December 2007
The University of Georgia, Department of Child and Family Development
Bachelor of Science in Education May 2004
The University of Georgia, Department of Child and Family Development
Bachelor of Science May 2001
The University of Georgia, Department of Child and Family Development
Publications
Kopcha, T.J., Komal, F., & Johnston, J. (In Review: Dec 2022) Factors that Affect a Teacher’s Use of Technology: A Synthesis of Path Analyses from 2008-2018. Journal of Research on Technology in Education
Stice, S., Tesler, J., Johnston, J., & Gul, A. (2021, July 29). Interviewing friends. QualPage:
Examining the world through qualitative inquiry. https://qualpage.com/2021/07/29/interviewing-friends/
Presentations
Earnshaw, E., Johnston, J, & McDonald J., (2022). Preparing Instructional Designers for the
Workplace: Integrating Project Management Skills [Concurrent]. Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Kopcha, T.J., Komal, F., & Johnston, J. (2022) Factors that Influence Technology Integration: A
Synthesis of Path Model Studies [Concurrent]. Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Johnston, J., Stefaniak, J., McDonald, J., & Earnshaw. Y. (2022). Preparing Future Practitioners for
the Complexities of ID Project Management [Panel]. Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Johnston, J. (2021). Improving Group Project Experiences in Your Classroom [Presentation].
Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy, Virginia, USA
Tesler, J., Stice, S., Johnston, J., Gul, A. (2022 Jan 20) Interviewing Known Others [Presentation] The
Quality Report 13th,Virtual Conference
Johnston, J. (2021). How do experts view the intersection of instructional design and project
management? [Panel]. Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Johnston, J. & Branch, R (2021). The Scholarship of Project Management in Instructional
Design [Roundtable]. Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Awards and Scholarships
Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award Spring 2023
UGA, Center for Teaching and Learning
Presidential Special Service Award October 2022
AECT, for outstanding volunteer service for the 2021 international conference
Presidential Special Service Award November 2021
AECT, for volunteer supervisor service to the 2020 1st virtual conference
AECT Foundation Scholarship November 2021
AECT
Teaching Experience
University of Georgia, Athens, GA Aug 2021 - Present
Instructor of Record, Department of Career and Information Studies
Taught three sections of EDIT 4020 Innovation through Design and Technology, an undergraduate upper-level elective averaging 18 students
Taught two sections of EDIT 2000 Teaching and Learning with Technology, an undergraduate course averaging 18 students per class, covering the following topics: ISTE standards, UDL, and Design Thinking
Developed activities, group projects, group discussions, and course readings
Revised the syllabus to meet accreditation standards
Blue Summit Consulting Group, Various Locations Mar 2015 - May 2022
Instructor of Record, Special Forces, Communication Electronics Command, Signal University, and Signal School House, Training Camp
Independent Contractor specializing in Course Taught Project Management Professional (PMP), Informational Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB), and Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) to soldiers as part of an undergraduate course averaging 16 students per class.
Developed presentations, activities, practice questions, mock exams, and homework
Revised the program of study and syllabus to meet standards set forth by TRADOC 350-70
Columbia County Board of Education, Colombia County, GA Aug 2006 - May 2008
Educator, Career and Technical Education
Taught Child and Family Development as part of a high school course averaging 120 students per semester, covering the following topics: early childhood development and care, adolescent growth and development, parenting skills and theories of child-rearing, family life education, and social learning concepts.
Lessons focused on the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-emotional aspects of child development while emphasizing evidence-based practices in teaching.
Planed, prepared, implemented, and evaluated assigned curriculum for 9th-12th graders
Ensure state, district, school, and classroom procedures and policies were followed.
Leadership roles: Coach for Varsity Basketball Cheerleaders, Coach for Junior Varsity Basketball Cheerleaders, Senior Council Advisor, and FCCLA Advisor
Professional and Industry Certifications
Interdisciplinary Certification in University Teaching Expected May 2023
The University of Georgia
Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies Certification Expected Dec 2023
The University of Georgia
Online Teaching & Learning Certification May 2022
The University of Georgia
eLearning Design Certification May 2022
The University of Georgia
Agile Hybrid Project Pro September 2021
The Project Management Institute
Certification number: 3138523
Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) March 2021
The Project Management Institute
Certification number: 2989496
Discipline Agile Scrum Master (DASM) December 2020
The Project Management Institute
Certification number: 2976552
Certified Project Management Institution Instructor November 2020
The Project Management Institute
Certification number: 1790987
Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP) February 2015
The Project Management Institute
Certification number 1790987
Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) January 2018
American Society for Quality
Certification number: 19814
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITILv4) Aug 2019
Axelos Global Best Practice
Certification number: GR671042843JJ
Project + Certification November 2015
CompTIA
Certification number: COMP001020824558
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) June 2016
American Society for Quality
Certification number: 15390
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) May 2016
Council for Six Sigma Certifications,
Certification number: 32e474e1cd205ae3cd2e17647ae37a14
ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management (ITIL v3) January 2015
Axelos Global Best Practice
Certification number: GR750143022
Secret Security Clearance January 2015
Sponsor: US Army-LRC/CECOM
Certificate of Non-Profit Management December 2007
The University of Georgia, Institute for Nonprofit Organizations
Georgia Teaching Certificate (expired) June 2004
Georgia Professional Standards Commission, Family, and Consumer Science
Work Experience
Chief Operating Officer and Chief Learning Officer Oct 2016-Current
Blue Summit Consulting Group
Assisted with the development of local policy and procedures for the product's development and submission.
Responsible for providing and deciding on input for training requirements, adjusting training schedules, and coordinating training resources
Responsible for compiling, monitoring, and evaluating applicable data for use in support of training requirements; and identifying potential training problem areas and proposing solutions
Plans manage and execute personnel in accordance and coordination with applicable training requirements, standards, and policies.
Conducts periodic technical and functional training by established schedules
Develops new or tailors existing training material to meet the operation's mission-specific needs or integrate new technology or lessons learned.
Prepares and maintains training plans and records, information papers, briefings, and related documents to support periodic review and Brigade training assessment.
Supports the company's capability training on the station and deployed supporting operations, maintaining technical proficiency, and document training requirements.
Develops and manages training opportunities, courses, and schedules for events for local and geographically dispersed locations
Assesses training material, mission performance, and lessons learned to ensure currency of technical and functional training.
Solicits information from leaders and soldiers on the effectiveness and relevance of training.
Training Developer Oct 2018-Sept 2019
Cyber Center of Excellence, Schoolhouse, Ft. Gordon
For 17C courses developed and reviewed training products TRAS documentation, Soldier training products, Army correspondence courses, extension training materials, distributed learning materials, job aids, computer-based training, and training strategies)
Create, modify, and revise course materials associated with current and future training development requirements by TRADOC 350-70 requirements in an instructional system known as TDC for 17C
Completed tasks associated with Instructional System Specialist within TDC, the Army's Instructional Training Development System
Assisted with the interpretation and implementation of changes to governing regulations for 17C.
Develop Master Training Schedules (MTS), and general training development support for the Cyber School for 17C
Develop a unit task list (UTL) to support collective training products for annually selected units and develop collaborative tasks to support these products.
Plan, organize, and carry out special studies, analysis, and evaluation affecting resident and nonresident training for 17C as needed
Provide specialized advice on training analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) process
Managed established records, automated document files, and supporting documentation of required correspondence to field products as required
Maintained current knowledge of organizational policies and regulations relating to training material sufficient to chiefs/directors on existing policies and governance
Prepared tasking correspondence for staffing through the training departments. Prepares input to training development workload databases
Provided specialized advice on ADDIE model functions (e.g., analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation) concerning education and training development processes to my GS lead
Recommended to the chief new/changed procedures on education and training development to improve the school's effectiveness and efficiency when needed
Project Manager Aug 2016-Dec 2016
Automatic Data Processing (ADP)
Manage all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure
Create project plans, including deliverables, activities, timelines, and budgets
Direct day-to-day activities of projects and staff in a matrixed organization
Ensure milestones are successfully met through oversight of project vehicles and coordination of resources
Work collaboratively with other departments impacting projects.
Lead communication with stakeholders and team members through the completion of the project
Provide scheduled and on-demand status reports and updates
Direct project timelines and budgets
Assess, manage, resolve and escalate (if necessary) risks and issues
Tailor processes to meet the needs of individual projects
Make decisions based on information and input in a timely manner
Work on projects of high complexity
Project Analyst/Course Developer/PMP Instructor, Oct 2014-July 2016
Communications- Electronic Command for the Army (CECOM)
Developed and taught a two-week PMP course
Developed new and tailored training material to meet the operation's mission-specific needs or integrate new technology or lessons learned.
Coordinated with subordinate units and higher headquarters to identify specific training requirements and schedule training activities.
Developed material that will help facilitate adult learning through modern training techniques and methodologies.
Develop training support documents, lesson plans, individual student assessment plans, Program of Instruction (POI), practical exercises, and test material, assess student performance, and resolve complex student problems (e.g., students with complicated or specialized learning difficulties).
Developed and taught a 4-day ITIL course
Developed a Certified Six Sigma Green Belt course
Project Integration with the Training and Development Branch, POC, for coordinating projects
Work with multiple projects leads and customers to develop various project subsidiary plans compiling, monitoring, and evaluating applicable data for use in support of training requirements; and identifying potential training problem areas and proposing solutions
Update project 2013 files and shared resource knowledge database system
Serve as a resource for others regarding Project Management questions, certifications, and ethical issues
Assesses training material, mission performance, and lessons learned to ensure the currency of technical and functional training.
School Partnership Manager Aug 2008-Feb 2012
College Summit
Work with high school principals, counselors, teachers, and students to build a college-going culture within schools by building school capacity, ensuring optimal utilization of College Summit technology and tools, and leveraging student voices in the college application process.
Reviewed products for educational soundness, training philosophy, adherence to MOS strategy, accuracy, problems, and compliance with published guidance. Assists in conducting workshops, briefings, and consultations to understand the product development process, delivery milestones, and staffing requirements.
Ensure the successful implementation, delivery, and support of the College Summit curriculum at partner schools, including recruiting students and teachers; conducting orientation, training, and professional development sessions for school staff; and ensuring participation and successful completion of the program.
Deliver excellent customer service to key stakeholders within the school community
Gather and disseminate programmatic data and results to collaborate with principals, guidance counselors, and educators on strategies for maximizing College Summit's programs' impact.
Partner with the National Workshop Operations staff to manage workshop operations and logistics, recruit volunteers, and manage student registrations.
Professional Organizations
American Educational Research Association (AERA): Member 2021-Present
Association for Educational, Communications & Technology (AECT): Member 2020-Present
American Society for Quality (ASQ): Member 2016-Present
Mensa: Member 2015-Present
Program Management Institute (PMI): Member 2011-Present
Service
AECT Presidential Search Committee Member Spring 2023
Career & Information Studies Graduate Association (CISGA), UGA Fall 2020-2023
President (Fall 2022-2023)
Professional Development Coordinator (Fall 2021-2022)
Instructional Technology Student Association (ITSA), UGA Fall 2020-2023
Vice-President (Fall 2022-2023)
Secretary (Fall 2021-2022)
Alpha Gamma Delta, UGA, Fall 2020-Current
Executive Advisor for Academic Achievement
Association for Educational, Communications & Technology Fall 2020-Current
Proposal Reviewer (Spring 2021-current)
Volunteer Supervisor (Fall 2021-current)
Mensa, Central South Carolina Region 2017-Current
Gifted Youth Coordinator,
PMI, Augusta Chapter, 2017-2018
Military Transition Coordinator