TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – A fourth-grade teacher at Springwood Elementary School received a surprise recognition as April\u2019s Teacher of the Month, an honor presented by WCTV and Addition Financial.<\/p>\n
Ervin Johnson, who teaches reading and also serves as an intermediate reading coach, was selected for his dedication to student growth and academic excellence. His nominator praised his ability to encourage deep thinking and hold students accountable while supporting their progress.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat motivates me to keep teaching is the faces everyday,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cI\u2019m making an impact, and I love see students grow throughout the year.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to teaching, Johnson develops lesson plans across multiple grade levels. His work carries special meaning, as he now teaches in the same school he once attended as a student.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a complete full circle for me,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cIt\u2019s surreal to me, but I know I have a purpose to be here.\u201d<\/p>\n
Students say his impact goes beyond academics.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe\u2019s a really good teacher overall, just perfect,\u201d said student Taeo Williams. \u201cI was proud of him because that\u2019s my school dad.\u201d<\/p>\n
Johnson has been teaching for 13 years.<\/p>\n
Each month, WCTV and Addition Financial recognize educators across the Big Bend and South Georgia who are making a difference in their classrooms.<\/p>\n
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