HALEY JOHNSON
Crowley
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic professional with a proven track record of fostering supportive learning environments tailored to diverse student needs. Expertise in communication and collaboration that effectively engages students, families, and colleagues in pursuing educational goals. Proficient in developing and implementing customized educational plans that address various learning styles and challenges. Committed to creating inclusive, dynamic experiences that prioritize student well-being and academic success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Arlington ISD
07.2018 - Current
- Engaged in professional development activities in order to stay current on best practices for teaching special education students.
- Promoted inclusionary practices within the school environment by providing resources for all students regardless of ability level.
- Implemented behavior plans designed to improve student's academic performance by addressing behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to develop strategies that would meet the needs of all students.
- Facilitated team meetings with administrators, counselors, parents and other educators to discuss individual student progress.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, IEP goals, grades and other pertinent information on each student.
- Established strong relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Provided instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies and other core curricular areas.
- Participated in IEP reviews with parents and other professionals as needed.
- Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors.
- Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
- Department Team Lead for 3 years.
Substitute Teacher
Arlington ISD
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Substitute teacher for all grades PreK through 12 including Special Education
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers.
- Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned students.
Special Events Coordinator
Spring Creek Companies
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Organized and coordinated the company's Spirit Night program that helped raise funds for over 200 schools each semester
- Worked with a team of over 10 people over 3 departments to plan, administer, document, and analyze the program
- Developed relationships with teachers, administrators, and PTA parents to help organize and execute successful fundraising events
- Successfully communicated with people of all ages and across all demographics
- Routinely did public speaking events awarding our fundraising prizes
- Created reports and communicated daily with the CEO, COO, and regional managers
Education
Master of Education - Special Education - Autism Intervention
University of North Texas
Denton, TX, US05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Honors Program
TX05.2015
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Positive personality
- Effective organizational skills
- Structured time management
- Managing events
- Proficient with MS Office
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Parent-teacher communication
- IEP development
- Visual supports
- Social-emotional learning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Social skills development
- De-escalation techniques
- Data collection
- CPI Certified
- Curriculum adjustments
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom organization
Accomplishments
- AWARE Nominee, December 2025
- AWARE Semi-Finalist, May 2024
- Named “Teacher of the Year” award at Hill Elementary in March 2022.
- Oversaw and collaborated with team members to plan and execute the first successful Autism Acceptance Event at Hill Elementary in April 2021. The event has since become an annual initiative, with the 5th annual event scheduled for April 2026.
Certification
- TExES EC-6 Generalist, PASSED
- Special Education EC-12, PASSED
- English as a Second Language Supplemental, PASSED
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Arlington ISD
07.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Arlington ISD
04.2018 - 06.2018
Special Events Coordinator
Spring Creek Companies
01.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Honors Program
Master of Education - Special Education - Autism Intervention
University of North Texas