JOSHUA JOHNSON
Corinth
Summary
I bring a strong foundation in leadership, teamwork, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to quickly understand and apply new concepts. My extensive experience in leadership development initiatives, coupled with effective communication and program management, allows me to drive organizational success and navigate complex challenges.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a results-driven mindset, excelling in strategic planning, project execution, and enhancing leadership capabilities within both academic and professional environments. Known for my proactive approach, I consistently seek opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to achieving long-term goals.
In addition to a solid background in education and leadership within academic settings, I have cultivated expertise in resource management, organizational efficiency, and operations management. I pride myself on my ability to foster strong teams, communicate clearly, and solve problems effectively, ensuring success at every level.
With a blend of leadership experience and an eagerness to continue learning, I am well-prepared for senior leadership roles and committed to driving both operational excellence and team development in structured environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
01.2023 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation
- Provided emotional support to students and families
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBIS)
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects
Special Education Lead
Irving ISD
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Develop IEPs for students on a caseload and hold ARDs throughout the year
- Effectively lead a team of 8 case managers through ongoing trainings, mentorship, and coaching
- Collaborate with math and SPED teams
- Teacher for Positive Behavior Academic Support class
- Track data on behavior/academics for student IEPs
- Manage student behavior in the classroom
- Provide academic instruction in all content areas for students
- Develop IEPs and hold ARDs with a committee
- Coordinate the schedule for inclusion minutes and case load distribution
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBIS)
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth
- Provided emotional support to students and families
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
Special Education Lead
Irving ISD
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Effectively lead a team of 5 case managers through training, coaching, and mentoring
- Collaborate with math and SPED teams
- Teacher for Positive Behavior Academic Support class
- Track data on behavior/academics for student IEPs
- Manage student behavior in the classroom
- Provide academic instruction in all content areas for students
- Develop IEPs and hold ARDs with a committee
- Coordinate the schedule for inclusion minutes and case load distribution
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education
Supervisor/case manager
Child Care Services
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Northcentral University
01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
01.2011
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Performance improvement
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Training and development
- Workflow planning
- Program leadership
- Staff training
- Growth planning
- Staff development
- Team leadership
- Performance monitoring
Certification
- EC-12 Special Education
- 4-8 Generalist Certified
- Ladder of Excellence Leadership Program
- LEAD Denton
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
01.2023 - Current
Special Education Lead
Irving ISD
01.2019 - 01.2023
Special Education Teacher
Denton ISD
01.2018 - 01.2019
Special Education Lead
Irving ISD
01.2013 - 01.2018
Supervisor/case manager
Child Care Services
01.2007 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Psychology
Northcentral University
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