GERRI JOHNSON
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Versatile and dedicated student advocate with a solid focus on the individual needs of identified Special Education population. A professional who is flexible and accommodating in the design and implementation of inspiring hands-on educational activities. Ability to connect with and include families in the learning process.
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Populations Educator
Richardson ISD
03.2018 - Current
- Deliver effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neuro diverse students.
- Modify general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Drafting, updating, and ensuring fidelity to IEPs, including setting measurable goals, outlining services, and managing paperwork.
- Tracking student progress, collecting data (attendance, grades, goals), and analyzing it to adjust IEPs.
- Maintaining accurate, confidential student records and ensuring adherence to state and federal special education laws (like IDEA).
- Ensuring all mandated services (related services, accommodations, modifications) are provided as written in the IEP.
- Serving as the primary contact, scheduling meetings, and facilitating communication among general ed teachers, special ed staff, therapists, and parents.
- Advocating for students' needs, supporting them in various settings, and helping connect families with resources.
Educator
Uplift Education
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Educator for special population middle school students who qualified for support due to disabilities in reading comprehension.
Educator
Dallas County Juvenile Department
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Integrated technology in the delivery of educational needs of the student.
- Implemented English lesson plans, activities, and assessments to ensure the success of a diverse group of students.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated with peers to refine instructional skills and increase educational technology skills.
- Collected and analyze data to determine progress toward attainment of educational goals.
Education
Alternative to Certification - Education
Southern University
New Orleans, La05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Marketing
Southern University
New Orleans, La05-1987
Texas Teaching Certificate - Special Education K-12 - ESL
ECAP
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)
- ARD Facilitator
- Training and Development
- Secondary educator
- Special education/Science/English
- Case Management
- Data collection and analysis
- Leadership development
- Technology integration
- Online teaching
Accomplishments
- Analyzed data for effective instruction and compliance.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking
Timeline
Special Populations Educator
Richardson ISD
03.2018 - Current
Educator
Uplift Education
03.2016 - 03.2018
Educator
Dallas County Juvenile Department
02.2014 - 03.2016
Alternative to Certification - Education
Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Marketing
Southern University
Texas Teaching Certificate - Special Education K-12 - ESL
ECAP
Personal Information
Title: Special Populations Educator