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Lacy Johnson

Nolanville,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator and client care coordinator with a proven track record regarding student success at Killeen ISD and client growth at Central Counties Services. Excelled in fostering inclusive classrooms, enhancing student success through differentiated instruction and relationship building. Skilled in team collaboration and adaptability, significantly improving learning outcomes and client satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Killeen ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
  • Utilized variety of assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and mastery of material.

Special Education Teacher

Killeen ISD
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.

Client Care Coordinator

Central Counties Services
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Full-time client care coordinator serving over 40 members of the IDD community in Killeen, Harker Heights, Belton, Temple, Salado, Rogers, and Bartlett.
  • Established and maintained rapport with numerous clients, parents, family members, caretakers, medical and mental health providers, and other providers.
  • Responsible for the evaluation of client needs based on the discovery process using the appropriate data collection methods.
  • Responsible for the creation and ongoing evaluation of each client's Person Directed Plan, including facilitating and leading the planning team meeting on an annual basis.
  • Responsible for maintaining face-to-face contacts with consumers on the assigned caseload based on the frequency set forth in the Person Directed Plan.
  • Responsible for the investigation of providers when client services are found to be unmet.
  • Responsible to the oversight of psychiatric appointments.
  • Responsible for all revision, transfer, and annual meetings for each client, including the creation of all documentation.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing personalized solutions.
  • Advocated for clients'' best interests when liaising with different departments, ensuring their needs were always heard and considered during internal discussions.
  • Educated clients on available resources and services while guiding them through their options based on individual needs.
  • Determined need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements related to client care coordination activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
01.2021

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Child Development
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student Motivation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Certification

Teacher Certification I 2022

State of Texas

State License ID: 2363773

Timeline

Educator

Killeen ISD
08.2022 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher

Killeen ISD
03.2022 - 08.2022

Client Care Coordinator

Central Counties Services
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University

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