Clifton Johnson

Clifton Johnson is a nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience. He has successfully managed teams, fostered collaborations, and guided internal communication strategies in large scale projects. Johnson is known for his unique focus on people and communities. Johnson worked as the Senior Managing Director of Staff Culture & Communication Strategy at Teach For America. He also previously worked as the Managing Director of Talent Acquisition Strategy & Operations at Teach For America. Before working at Teach For America, Johnson was the Regional Recruitment Supervisor and Regional Recruiter at Peace Corps. Johnson was also a Youth Development Worker at Peace Corps. Moreover, Johnson worked as a Social Worker at Lutheran Social Services of Illinois and Youth Outreach Services. Early in his career, Johnson was an Educational Assistant and Residential Counselor at Emmaus Ministries. He has a BA in Communications Studies from Taylor University and an AM in Social Service Administration from the University of Chicago.