An integrative and compassionate teaching approach.

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching style is integrative and culturally responsive to the needs of the students. I promote a “power-with” as opposed to a “power-over” class environment in which collective narratives can be voiced and agentic learning can be experienced. In this way, a trauma-informed stance is cultivated.

“I truly enjoyed this class and it is evident that Professor Johnson cared about us as students. It was evident that she had a strong grasp on the material. This was one of the few classes where we had a mental health check and we learned tips for managing our health in different environments…Overall, great class, I have recommend[ed] to others.”

— Student, Mental Health in Organizations course

Featured Course

Mental Health in Organizations

This course focuses on the interplay between organizational practices, management behaviors, and the mental health of employees.  We examine mental health from a person-in-environment perspective to understand how systemic oppression, workplace norms and values, and social role expectations impact the job performance and well-being of varying identity groups.  Students can expect to participate in discussions on evidence-based organizational and individual interventions to create social equity and improve the mental health and well-being of employees, with consideration for marginalized workers.  In addition, students engage in experiential therapeutic activities to cultivate self-healing which can also be used as a guide to restorative health for others. This can help in managing mental health challenges in the role of a student as well as along their career journey.

Teaching Assistant Courses

This list describes courses in which I served as a teaching assistant.

Undergraduate Courses

Leading People

Leading Organizations

Leading Teams Through Interpersonal Relationships

Developing Interpersonal Skills for Managers

Managing Negotiations

Graduate Courses

Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship

Leading People & Organizations

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