Karen Johnson
Fort Worth
Summary
Motivated Teacher's Assistant with deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Proficient in organizing supplies, cleaning rooms and planning fun activities. Good tutoring, recordkeeping, and time management skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant III (Special Education)
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth
08.2016 - Current
- Provide daily instructional and behavioral support to students in SPED settings in alignment with IEP goals and district guidelines
- Supported implementation of behavior intervention plans and de-escalated student conflicts using positive behavior strategies, promoting a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure consistent service delivery and effective student support
- Assisted teachers with classroom management, instructional preparation, data collection, and progress monitoring to enhance student learning
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and comply with current special education laws and campus procedures
Director / Owner
Forever Young Childcare
06.1997 - 01.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of licensed childcare program serving children ages 3–12, ensuring high-quality care and safety standards
- Designed educational programming and supervised staff to enhance child development and meet regulatory compliance
- Managed transportation, meals, scheduling, and parent communication to streamline program efficiency and support family engagement
Community Aide
City of Fort Worth
Fort Worth
06.2012 - 09.2017
- Facilitated positive experiences for guests and staff through attentive service and support
- Delivered front-office administrative support by efficiently answering and routing calls, addressing inquiries, and welcoming visitors
- Produced correspondence, reports, and forms; organized calendars and maintained office records
- Performed general clerical duties including copying, faxing, filing, and document organization
Teacher Assistant I (Physical Education)
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted certified instructors with instructional activities and classroom organization to enhance student engagement
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson preparation.
- Monitored students and coordinated daily operations to ensure a structured learning environment
- Supported students with individual learning needs and challenges.
- Organized educational materials and resources for instructional activities.
Family Communication Liaison
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth
08.2006 - 08.2014
- Acted as primary liaison between families, campus staff, and district programs to improve student engagement and achievement.
- Implemented data-driven parent communication initiatives to enhance engagement and tracked participation outcomes
- Coordinated notifications to parents about campus and district events, programs, and opportunities to foster community involvement
- Built and sustained strong school-family relationships to improve attendance, behavior, and academic success
- Provided medication and first-aid support at school in partnership with Health Services.
Site Supervisor
Clayton YES Program
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Supervised and scheduled staff members for after-school programming, ensuring adequate coverage for activities
- Planned and coordinated educational and enrichment activities for students, enhancing their learning experience
- Prepared timesheets and facilitated program operations, contributing to efficient workflow
Education
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12-2022
Criminal Justice
Brown Mackie College
Hurst, TXSkills
- Program and administrative support
- Special education compliance
- Family and community engagement
- Data tracking and reporting
- Scheduling and coordination
- Conflict resolution and student support
- Records management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Multitasking and deadline management
- Written and verbal communication
- Behavioral interventions
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Teacher Assistant III (Special Education)
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2016 - Current
Teacher Assistant I (Physical Education)
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2014 - 08.2016
Community Aide
City of Fort Worth
06.2012 - 09.2017
Site Supervisor
Clayton YES Program
08.2010 - 08.2012
Family Communication Liaison
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2006 - 08.2014
Director / Owner
Forever Young Childcare
06.1997 - 01.2022
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College
Criminal Justice
Brown Mackie College