Carrie Johnson
Sachse,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational professional with extensive experience specializing in data-driven instruction and compliance documentation. Proven ability to assess student needs and implement effective IEPs, while fostering collaboration among staff. Skilled in educational assessments and conflict resolution, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (GT, SPED & General Ed)
Midland Academy Charter School
Midland, TX
07.2010 - 07.2019
- Developed curriculum for Gifted and Talented students in grades 3 to 6, enhancing critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated individualized math and reading instruction for grades 3 to 8, targeting dyslexia intervention and STAAR Alt-2 assessment.
- Created individualized accommodations and data-driven instruction to support diverse learning needs
- Implemented Success for All reading programs and project-based learning to enhance student engagement and comprehension
- Monitored data-based progress in goals and skills to track student development and adjust instruction accordingly
- 5th and 6th-grade science and reading
- Second-grade math, science, and reading
Educational Diagnostician
Midland Academy Charter School
Midland, TX
12.2015 - 07.2019
- Administered cognitive/academic assessments and authored FIEs to inform individualized educational plans
- Presented assessment findings in ARDs and trained staff on effective RTI and instructional interventions
- Ensured compliance through precise, data-driven documentation to support educational standards
Educational Diagnostician
Midland ISD
Midland, TX
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Conducted psychoeducational assessments (CHC Cross-Battery)
- Deployed various appropriate formal and informal assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services
- Authored clear, informative, detailed Full and Individual Evaluations (FIEs) with recommendations to guide IEPs
- Coordinated and facilitated initial and annual ARD meetings to ensure compliance and facilitate student support
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team assessments for special education eligibility.
- Assisted personnel in identifying and understanding student disabilities to enhance instructional approaches and promote student success
- Supported Life Skills, behavior units, resource classrooms, and foster care students by implementing tailored educational strategies
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and district regulations
- Analyzed data to monitor student progress and modify interventions.
Waitress
iL Bracco
Dallas, Texas
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive service processes
- Collaborated with team to achieve goals
- Oversaw order processing procedures
- Maintained accuracy in financial records
- Resolved customer disputes effectively
Estate Sale Associate
Bluebonnet Estate Sales
Midland, TX
01.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
Polo Park Assisted Living Facility
Midland, TX
02.2024 - 11.2025
Candle Business Owner
Water and Oak
Midland, TX
03.2021 - 01.2026
Education
M. Ed. - Special Education
UT Permian Basin
12.2018
B.S. - Child Learning and Development
UT Dallas
01-2009
B.A. - Psychology
UT Dallas
01-2009
Certification
- Educational Diagnostician
- Special Education EC–12
- Science 4–8
- Generalist EC–4
Leadership And Skills
- GT & NJHS Selection Committees
- RTI Co-Leader
- UIL Coach
- Campus Behavior & Cooperative Culture Team Leader
- Eduphoria
- Frontline
- ESped
- Skyward
- Microsoft Office
- Led 7-month campus-wide training for Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey.
- Created a district-wide PowerPoint for training on the identification of students with special needs.
- Created campus-wide REED, data monitoring, RTI, data-based initial evaluation forms, and behavior monitoring forms.
- Supply and protocol inventory and ordering.
Timeline
Waitress
iL Bracco
11.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Polo Park Assisted Living Facility
02.2024 - 11.2025
Estate Sale Associate
Bluebonnet Estate Sales
01.2022 - 12.2022
Candle Business Owner
Water and Oak
03.2021 - 01.2026
Educational Diagnostician
Midland ISD
07.2019 - 05.2021
Educational Diagnostician
Midland Academy Charter School
12.2015 - 07.2019
Teacher (GT, SPED & General Ed)
Midland Academy Charter School
07.2010 - 07.2019
M. Ed. - Special Education
UT Permian Basin
B.S. - Child Learning and Development
UT Dallas
B.A. - Psychology
UT Dallas