Linda Johnson
Forest Avenue Baptist Church
Sherman,TX
50
years of professional experience
Results-oriented educator adept at progress monitoring and implementing targeted interventions. Known for building strong relationships and promoting a positive learning environment, driving academic growth for students with diverse learning needs.
Work History
Math Intervention Specialist
33 Years 10 Months- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to design effective intervention strategies and support materials.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data-driven assessments.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths, weaknesses, and appropriate interventions.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Empowered students by teaching self-advocacy skills and promoting independence within the classroom setting.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Ensured a smooth transition between grade levels and school settings for students with disabilities through careful planning and collaboration with stakeholders.
Organist/Head Choir Director
50 Years- Composed and arranged music for weekly worship services, enhancing congregational engagement.
- Collaborated with choir members to deliver seamless musical performances during special events.
- Conducted rehearsals, providing constructive feedback to improve musicianship and vocal techniqu
- Mentored junior pianists, fostering their development and confidence in performance settings.
Kindergarten Teacher
27 Years 9 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance early childhood education and foster student development.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
- Assessed student progress through observations and tailored instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with parents to support student growth and address academic or behavioral concerns.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices in early childhood education and classroom strategies.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methods and curriculum enhancements.
- Streamlined classroom operations by integrating technology into daily activities and lesson delivery.
- Advocated for student needs in school committees, contributing to policy development for educational practices.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education And Music
Skills
Collaborative teamwork
Parent-teacher collaboration
Strong collaboration skills
Student engagement
Progress monitoring
Positive reinforcement
Academic accommodations
Assessment tools
Learning strategies
Teaching strategies
Behavior modification
Social skills training
Multicultural sensitivity
Adaptive learning
Emotional support
Background in childhood development
Timeline
Math Intervention Specialist
Sadler and Southmayd Consolidated Independent School District
08.1992 - CurrentRead More
Kindergarten Teacher
Sadler & Southmayd Consolidated Independent School District
08.1992 - 05.2020Read More
Organist/Head Choir Director
Forest Avenue Baptist Church
06.1976 - CurrentRead More
Dallas Baptist College/University
Bachelor of Science from Education And Music
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