Latonia Johnson
Waxahachie,USA
Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in instructional support and student engagement, with a proven track record of fostering collaboration among teaching staff to enhance classroom learning experiences. Strong communication, organizational, and adaptability skills effectively address the evolving needs of the educational landscape. Recognized for reliability and a results-driven approach, consistently contributing to a positive and productive team environment. Committed to empowering students and colleagues through innovative teaching strategies and supportive practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Specialist
Lancaster Independent School District
Lancaster, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with campus and district leaders to collect and analyze data to identify areas for instructional improvement and support needs.
- Conduct professional development workshops to improve teaching methodologies across the district.
- Build strong collaborative relationships and serve as a thought partner to leadership teams, offering expert guidance on curriculum and instruction.
- Provide guidance on integrating curriculum standards, pacing, and instructional strategies into daily teaching practices.
- Develop and deliver professional learning opportunities for educators and district leaders.
- Facilitate collaborative planning sessions with teams of teachers, promoting consistency across grade levels.
- Serve as a resource for teachers seeking guidance on effective pedagogical approaches or specific content knowledge expertise.
Elementary RLA Teacher
Lancaster Independent School District
Lancaster, TX
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote student participation and collaboration.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum development and effective classroom management techniques.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance educational delivery and student engagement.
- Cultivated a positive and collaborative team that increased student testing scores.
Teacher on Special Assignment
Universal Academy Charter School (Coppell)
Coppel, TX
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Supported principal and administrative staff in school management and goal attainment through provision of evidence-based instructional practices.
- Facilitated personal and professional development initiatives for educators to achieve district objectives.
- Created comprehensive Pre-K curriculum utilizing evidence-based strategies to enhance early childhood education.
Reading Specialist
Universal Academy Charter School (Irving)
Irving, TX
08.2007 - 08.2013
- Supported and expanded classroom teaching efforts by collaborating on a quality reading program tailored to meet diverse student needs.
- Executed MTA dyslexia program to address specific needs of students identified through formal assessments and documentation.
- Executed Arrowsmith program for students identified with specific learning disabilities.
Second Grade Teacher
Lancaster Independent School District
Lancaster, TX
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and foster a love for learning.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
- Facilitated classroom management techniques that promoted a positive learning environment and student behavior.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
Second and Fourth Grade Teacher
Universal Academy Charter School
Irving, TX
08.2001 - 05.2005
- Plan and implement curriculum and classroom management, maintaining student files, progress/report cards, and school documents
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect, responsibility, and enthusiasm for learning.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through engaging group projects and individual assignments.
- Participated in professional learning opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.
Education
Master of Education - Reading
Texas A&M Commerce
Commerce, TX05-2008
Masters of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Texas A&M Commerce
Commerce, TX05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-1996
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Instructional coaching
- Training facilitation
- Data-driven instruction
- Student engagement
- Collaboration and teamwork
Affiliations
- National Education Association, 2007-2019
- International Literacy Association, 2007-2019
- ASCD, 2007-Current
Certification
- State of Texas Teacher Certification (EC-4)
- MTA Dyslexia Certification program
Timeline
Instructional Specialist
Lancaster Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
Elementary RLA Teacher
Lancaster Independent School District
01.2015 - 05.2020
Teacher on Special Assignment
Universal Academy Charter School (Coppell)
08.2013 - 01.2015
Reading Specialist
Universal Academy Charter School (Irving)
08.2007 - 08.2013
Second Grade Teacher
Lancaster Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2007
Second and Fourth Grade Teacher
Universal Academy Charter School
08.2001 - 05.2005
Masters of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Texas A&M Commerce
Master of Education - Reading
Texas A&M Commerce
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Grambling State University
Professional Development
- Third Grade New ELAR TEKS, Region 10, 2019-02-01, Introduce new ELAR TEKS to educators.
- Worksheets Won’t Grow Dendrites, Region 10, 2018-08-01, How to engage students without using worksheets.
- TABSE Conference, Texas Alliance of Black School Educators, 2018-02-01, Session to equip educators with diversified tool to teach African American students.
Awards
- Teacher of the Month, Rolling Hills Elementary, 2019-03-01
- Teacher of the Month, Rolling Hills Elementary, 2021-04-01
- Teacher of the Year, Rolling Hills Elementary, 2019-01-01