Virginia (Gin) JOHNSON
LUBBOCK
Summary
Compassionate professional with strong special education background, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in the implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs), behavioral management techniques, and adaptive learning strategies. Excels at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring each student's unique needs are met and educational goals achieved.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Inclusion Specialist
Frenship ISD
Lubbock
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education programs.
- Facilitated training sessions on inclusion strategies for staff members.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to educational resources.
- Created resource materials to assist staff in promoting inclusivity.
- Served as a liaison between students from different backgrounds and faculty members.
- Analyzed data related to student demographics, achievement gaps, and other factors impacting educational outcomes.
Teacher
Frenship ISD
Lubbock
08.2011 - 05.2022
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment promoting respect and inclusivity.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-1997
Skills
- Individualized education programs
- Inclusion strategies training
- Assessment strategies
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Parent engagement
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Staff mentoring
- Curriculum modification
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Social skills development
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Data management
- Instructional strategies
- Learning style assessments
Affiliations
- Former Foster Parent & Foster Parent Trainer for the State of Texas
- Adoptive Parent
- Former CASA Advocate
- Commissioner for the Athletic Trainers Association at Memorial High
Accomplishments
- Building Leadership Team Member
- CERT (Certified Emergency Response Team) Member
- President of the Denton County Foster Parent Association
- Selected to testify before the Texas House and Senate on the education needs of Foster Children
Certification
- Special Education Certified
- ESL Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion Specialist
Frenship ISD
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
Frenship ISD
08.2011 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies
Texas Tech University