KALIEYAH G. JOHNSON
Mount Rainier
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in program development and community outreach at JHB Childcare Group. Expertise in behavioral management and conflict resolution led to the creation of positive environments for children, significantly improving emotional regulation and learning outcomes. Committed to empowering youth through innovative educational initiatives and community programs. Authored a guide on consent and recovery for youth, self-published at 18 through Amazon KDP.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
JHB Childcare Group
Issaquah
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging educational programs for children.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure quality childcare services.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to meet program needs effectively.
- Collaborated with parents to address concerns and enhance communication.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in childcare management.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
- Worked hands on in emotional regulation and care for children ranging from 3 months to 12 years of age, including those with behavioral disorders, learning disabilities, and other special needs
Lead Coordinator
KCCIM Outreach
Seattle
2022 - 2023
- Founded and led a nonprofit providing free dance lessons to children and youth experiencing poverty and domestic violence.
- Coordinated outreach programs to engage community members effectively.
- Organized and coordinated dance recitals, ensuring smooth execution of performances.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage healing from and expression of complex trauma.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2026
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WASkills
- Behavioral management
- Community outreach
- Event coordination
- Program development
- Empathy and patience
- Conflict resolution
- Teaching
- Writing
- Entrepreneur
- Client Communications
Certification
- WA State Child-Care Basics Certificate 2023-2025
- President's Award for Academic Excellence 2023
- J&J of America's Arts & Leadership Award 2023
Aspirations
- I plan to open a series of counseling firms and community centers for inner-city youth nationwide with an emphasis on non-violent conflict resolution and community restoration, after receiving my Master's in social work and Ph.D. in Psychology.
- I want to counsel children and families, foster educational and job opportunities for young people, and provide mentorship to youth and young adults (ages 5 to 25) in various communities across the U.S. as well as run homeless shelters and food banks in the communities.
- I plan to participate in both research and clinical psychology, addressing systemic issues on a micro and macro sociological scale by studying and dismantling the internal and external stigmas and barriers that contribute to disparities in mental health care and hesitance in receiving treatment.
- I want to help close the gaps in Black and Brown Americans’ access to opportunities and resources as well as combat harmful stigmas surrounding Black youth.
Current Work and Research
- I am in the process of starting a non-profit helpline for domestic violence survivors to receive virtual counseling and care
- I am writing my 2nd book, a fictional story about and dissertation on Black Youth in America from a multifaceted perspective
- I am developing a Presentation Proposal for NAMICon on Disparities in Mental Health for BIPOC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
JHB Childcare Group
07.2023 - 08.2025
Lead Coordinator
KCCIM Outreach
2022 - 2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Howard University
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bellevue College