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Amanda Johnston
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Amanda Johnston, PTA, M.Ed.

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Welcome! This site includes helpful information for employers, students, and clients and exemplifies my passion for higher education, health and wellness, and diversity. 

Throughout this site you will find sample written work and multimedia projects highlighting my higher education experience and social media links to assist in your quest of life long learning. ​​

I will also reflect on my experiences that have brought me to where I am today including my experience living oversees, my training as a Pilates instructor, my educational opportunities, and my numerous encounters with students, patients, and colleagues throughout my education and career. 

​As a Physical Therapist Assistant and educator, I value diversity as we have much to learn from those around us and I thrive on empowering others to reach their full potential.
I use progressive treatment techniques to improve the mobility and life of my clients and offer teaching methods that are student centered to educate future Physical Therapist Assistants in evidence based practice. ​​

As an administrator, I value program review and assessment techniques that will continue to advance my courses, program, and profession. I have actively participated in accreditation visits, been lead writer for program review, and lead department meetings to streamline our program policies and procedures.

In my role as Acting Program Director for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at San Diego Mesa College I enjoy teaching fundamental therapy techniques and seeing students develop empathy and the ability to apply critical thinking and knowledge to create successful treatment options. There is no better way to improve my community than to educate the future of the profession!
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Professional Video

This short video from CCHE 590 Master's Seminar, will describe my experience, skills, and career goals in higher education.  
Success in a diverse classroom comes from a balance of student self-awareness and community acceptance of others.
​                                                                           -Beth Morrow
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Professional Endorsements

It’s rare that you come across exceptional talent and work ethic like Amanda.

Amanda expertly filled the Acting Program Director position for our Physical Therapist Assistant Program for the past year.

I was particularly impressed by Amanda’s ability to handle conflict resolution with our students in a calm, professional and effective manner.  This skill often takes years for an educator to develop, but it seemed to come naturally to Amanda.

Amanda was a pleasure to work with, loved her smile and her thoughtfulness to both faculty and students.

As a leader/program director of a Physical Therapist Assistant program, Amanda earns my highest recommendation.​


Christine Balderas, MPT, DPT
Director of Clinical Education,
Asst. Professor

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Mandy is quietly confident with her clients sharing both her compassion and therapeutic expertise during treatments. She has a passion for education demonstrated by her ability to teach her clients self care strategies and exercise while also teaching her students basic therapeutic skills and detailed treatment techniques. 

Her big bag of therapy skills include but are not limited to Pilates, PNF, Graston, Janda, and an incredible amount of soft tissue and joint mobilization techniques. Any clinic or patient would be lucky to have her.


Cindy Furey,
PT, CEO
Owner Comprehensive Therapy Services

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It is a pleasure to work with Amanda.  She is professional and hardworking. Amanda has collaborated well with faculty and makes solid relationships through her interactions with others.
 
She provides excellent and considerable guidance for students
 
She has a strong work ethic and is dedicated to her career and helping others. I am confident that Amanda will achieve the goals she has set for herself.
 
Amanda has a unique strength as a team player and leader and is truly an asset to our department.


Danielle Lauria
B.S., MPH, PA-C
Professor
Department Chair,
Allied Health
Program Director

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Letter of Intent
Resume
Curriculum Vitae
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  • Home
    • My Story
  • M.Ed. Program
    • Written Work
    • MultiMedia
    • Statement Paper
    • HED Professional Reviewers
  • Employers
    • Resume
    • Curriculum vitae
    • Letter of Intent
  • Students
  • Contact