DR. TAMMY JOHNSON
DeSoto,TX
Summary
Experienced Education Leader with 20 years in fostering teacher and leader success and driving academic achievement. Utilizes strong organizational and communication skills to implement impactful academic programs and innovative leadership. Cultivates positive relationships with stakeholders at district and campus levels.
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Data Driven Instruction
Uplift Education
10.2024 - 06.2026
- Played a leading role in supporting the Senior Director of Data and Information Management and Director of Records and Information Management in team planning and strategic initiatives.
- Monitored local assessment data results and partnered with stakeholders to analyze findings, design targeted interventions, support implementation, and measure outcomes.
- Served as the primary liaison between Assessment, Curriculum & Instruction, and Road to College and Career teams to ensure alignment and effective collaboration.
- Led planning, needs analysis, and risk assessment efforts while consulting with stakeholders to identify the most effective use of technology in support of their data needs.
- Synthesized information gathered from multiple sources, translating complex or low-level data into actionable insights and evaluating stakeholder requests to identify underlying needs.
- Trained and supported stakeholders on the effective use of data systems and tools, interpretation of assessment results, and navigation of the A-F Accountability system.
- Collaborated with the Analytics sub-team to structure and optimize data through the development of tables, views, stored procedures, and SQL queries.
- District Leadership
Academic Facilitator
Desoto ISD
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Identified professional development needs and developed long-term professional learning goals aligned to district priorities.
- Coached, co-taught, and provided instructional demonstrations to build teacher capacity and strengthen classroom practice.
- Conducted classroom observations, coaching, and modeling, while assisting teachers with lesson planning, design, and delivery.
- Researched and distributed curriculum-aligned resources to increase teacher effectiveness and enhance student learning experiences.
- Analyzed multiple sources of data to drive instructional decisions and monitor the effectiveness of academic interventions.
- Conducted formal and informal teacher observations and evaluations to support instructional growth and accountability.
- Facilitated ongoing professional development, including Blended Learning and Horizontal and Vertical Aligned Team (HAT/VAT) meetings.
- Created district-wide Year at a Glance (YAG) documents, pacing calendars, and district assessments to ensure curricular alignment and consistency.
- Represented the district by presenting academic data and program updates at board meetings, local conferences, and state conferences.
- District and Campus Instructional Support & Curriculum Development
Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
A.W. Brown Leadership Academy
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided district-wide leadership and support in state standards, accountability, and sound instructional practices, encompassing lesson planning and design, instructional delivery, and observation and feedback systems.
- Coached, modeled, and demonstrated effective teaching strategies while facilitating professional learning experiences for teachers and teacher leaders to strengthen curriculum implementation.
- Led the integration and training of staff on a new data management system, ensuring seamless adoption and effective utilization across the district.
- Developed systems, protocols, and norms to drive academic excellence, while facilitating high-level meetings with the Superintendent, Principals, Curriculum Coordinators, and Campus Instructional Leadership Teams.
- Drove significant gains in student achievement by leading the district from Improvement Required (F) to Met Standard (C) within a single school year.
- Accelerated student growth by spearheading an improvement in the district's growth domain from F to B within one school year.
- Partnered with campus and district leaders to review and analyze multiple sources of student data, identifying strengths and areas of opportunity to guide curricular and instructional decision-making.
- Managed and monitored the strategic prioritization of local, federal, and state funds to align resources with district academic goals.
- Presented district academic data and performance insights to school board members to inform governance decisions and support district-wide transparency.
- District Leadership
STEM Curriculum Specialist
Lancaster ISD
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Designed and delivered targeted professional learning aligned to campus and district improvement goals, supporting teachers in strengthening instructional practice.
- Provided side-by-side coaching, co-teaching, and modeling to build teacher capacity in standards-aligned instructional delivery across EC-5 grade levels.
- Led classroom walk-throughs and formal observation cycles, offering real-time, actionable feedback to improve lesson design and instructional outcomes.
- Designed, coordinated, and implemented academic mission, goals, summer school curriculum, and provided targeted support for summer school teachers.
- Developed and maintained district-wide curriculum documents including Year at a Glance (YAG) guides, pacing calendars, and common assessments to ensure coherence across campuses.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions, grade-level team meetings, and vertical alignment discussions to strengthen curriculum continuity.
- Used disaggregated student performance data to identify trends, monitor the impact of instructional interventions, and guide data-informed decision-making.
- Shared campus and program outcomes with district leadership and community stakeholders through presentations at board meetings and local and state conferences.
- District and Campus Instructional Support & Curriculum Development
Dean & Campus Director
A.W. Brown Leadership Academy
06.2006 - 07.2015
- Provided visionary leadership and direction for the campus, established a clear academic mission, culture of high expectations, and shared vision for student success.
- Oversaw all aspects of campus operations, including budget management, staffing, scheduling, facilities, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Led the recruitment, hiring, development, and evaluation of instructional and support staff to build and sustain a high-performing campus team.
- Analyzed and used comprehensive student achievement data to drive campus improvement planning, inform instructional decisions, and monitor the effectiveness of academic programs.
- Cultivated a positive, inclusive school culture by building strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Facilitated and monitored the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and evidence-based instructional practices across all grade levels.
- Presented campus academic performance, improvement initiatives, and programmatic updates to district leadership, school board members, and the broader school community.
- Campus Leadership
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXMaster's Degree - Educational Administration & Principal Certification
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TXBachelor of Science - Mathematics
Dillard University
New Orleans, LASkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee development
- Change management
- Decision-making
- Data-Driven Leader
Certification
- Teacher Certification — EC-4
- Principal Certification — EC-12
- Texas Principal Evaluation & Support System
- Texas Reading Academies
Timeline
Director of Data Driven Instruction
Uplift Education
10.2024 - 06.2026
Academic Facilitator
Desoto ISD
07.2019 - 09.2024
Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
A.W. Brown Leadership Academy
07.2017 - 06.2019
STEM Curriculum Specialist
Lancaster ISD
07.2015 - 06.2017
Dean & Campus Director
A.W. Brown Leadership Academy
06.2006 - 07.2015
Master's Degree - Educational Administration & Principal Certification
Prairie View A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Dillard University
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Tarleton State University