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Paige L. Johnson

Paige L. Johnson

Professional School Counselor
Texas City,TX

Summary


Professional with significant experience in educational counseling. Adept at fostering student development, providing academic and career guidance, and facilitating social-emotional well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and effective communication skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Emotional Learning Specialist

Texas City ISD
07.2023 - Current
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate records of all counseling sessions and interventions provided.
  • Facilitated group sessions focused on topics such as stress management, academic skills development, career exploration, or relationship-building techniques.
  • Provided support to families by connecting them with relevant resources and guiding them through the college application process.

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING SPECIALIST

CENTRAL & AUSTIN MIDDLE SCHOOLS
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises into daily lessons, better preparing students for real-life challenges beyond academia.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Served as a liaison between school administration and faculty, facilitating open communication channels for addressing concerns or suggestions.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

PEASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2017 - 01.2021
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 350 member student body at the middle school level, Meet individually with students to discuss courses, grades, behavior, social skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades 6-8 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, academic skills, executive functioning skills, personal safety, stress management, career and college preparation.
  • Created SEL, social, emotional learning district webpage for the all levels K-12.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR, TELPAS and PSAT test administration.
  • Planned and organized campus dyslexia program including screening students for characteristics of dyslexia and program implementation.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator. Organized RTI and remediation program.
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Create campus master schedule and implement scheduling of students in courses.
  • Designed and taught Gifted and Talented classes for grades 6-8.
  • Organized and served as Student Council sponsor for grades 6-8.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

MILLSAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body at the PK-5 elementary level. Meet individually with students to discuss grades, behavior, friendship skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades PK-5 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, self- awareness, executive functioning skills, personal safety, and conflict resolution.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR and TELPAS.
  • Planned and organized campus dyslexia program including screening students for characteristics of dyslexia and program implementation.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator. Organized RTI and remediation program.
  • Campus ESL, Dyslexia and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Designed and taught Gifted and Talented classes for grades K-5.
  • Provide effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

WEATHERFORD HIGH SCHOOL
07.2013 - 06.2014
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body with the last name Q-Z at a large 6A high school focused on vigorous college planning and preparation. Meet individually with students and parents to discuss courses, grades, behavior, college applications, and other issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student.
  • Created and maintained 4 year graduation plans for students in grades 9-12.
  • Responsible for calculating GPA’s and ensuring the accuracy of student’s GPA and class rank for grades 10-12.
  • Created and updated database of scholarship opportunities for student use.
  • Taught group guidance classes relating to suicide prevention, college and career, social, emotional and personal safety issues.
  • Provided individual counseling related to academic, relationship and emotional needs.
  • Coordinated and administered AP test administration for juniors and seniors.
  • Determined risk factors and administered suicide and homicide risk assessments.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

PEASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL & PEASTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2007 - 06.2013
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body at the elementary school before transferring to the middle school level in 2010, Meet individually with students to discuss courses, grades, behavior, social skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades 6-8 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, academic skills, executive functioning skills, personal safety, stress management, career and college preparation.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR, TELPAS and PSAT test administration.
  • Planned and organized campus dyslexia program including screening students for characteristics of dyslexia and program implementation.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator. Organized RTI and remediation program.
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Create campus master schedule and implement scheduling of students in courses.
  • Provide effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

SPRINGTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2006 - 06.2007
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling at the middle school level grades 7-8. Meet individually with students to discuss courses, grades, behavior, social skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades 7-8 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, academic skills, executive functioning skills, personal safety, stress management, career and college preparation.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR, TELPAS and PSAT test administration.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator. Organized RTI and remediation program.
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Created campus master schedule and implement scheduling of students in courses.
  • Provided effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

BILL WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body at the PK-5 elementary level. Meet individually with students to discuss grades, behavior, friendship skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades PK-5 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, self- awareness, executive functioning skills, personal safety, and conflict resolution.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR and TELPAS.
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Provided effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

VANDAGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2002 - 06.2003
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body at the PK-5 elementary level. Meet individually with students to discuss grades, behavior, friendship skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades PK-5 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, self- awareness, executive functioning skills, personal safety, and conflict resolution.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR and TELPAS.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator.
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Provided effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

BOWIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2000 - 06.2002
  • Provide one-on-one and group academic counseling to 400-member student body at the PK-5 elementary level. Meet individually with students to discuss grades, behavior, friendship skills and emotional issues and concerns. Maintain contact with parents and guardians of students to develop a network of support and communication around each student. Act as a liaison between teachers, parents and administration to support an effective and positive school environment.
  • Designed and taught guidance courses for grades PK-5 designed to meet ASCA standards for social emotional learning, self- awareness, executive functioning skills, personal safety, and conflict resolution.
  • Organized and implemented community outreach programs such as providing clothing and school supplies, weekly backpack food program, Thanksgiving meals, and Angel Tree for students in need.
  • Planned, organized and implemented campus test coordination for STAAR and TELPAS.
  • Campus At-Risk coordinator...
  • Campus ESL and 504 coordinator.
  • Coordinated with ARD committees for planning and support of special education students.
  • Provided effective communication and support to teachers, parents and administration to promote a positive school environment.

PRE-K TEACHER & 4TH GRADE TEACHER

PHOENIX SCHOOL
08.1997 - 05.1999
  • Improved student literacy skills by incorporating daily read-alouds, guided reading groups, and independent reading time.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized support and success for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a holistic approach to education.

3RD GRADE TEACHER

WARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.1992 - 06.1995
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support, increasing academic achievement across all subjects.

Education

Master of Science - Counseling

Texas A&M-Commerce, Commerce, TX
01.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies/ Reading Specialization

East Texas State University, Commerce, TX
01.1992

High School Diploma - undefined

Greenville High School
01.1988

Skills

  • Parent communication
  • Ethical practice
  • Crisis intervention
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Student advocacy
  • Records maintenance
  • Academic advising
  • Student testing
  • Career guidance
  • Post-secondary career exploration
  • College planning

Timeline

Social Emotional Learning Specialist - Texas City ISD
07.2023 - Current
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING SPECIALIST - CENTRAL & AUSTIN MIDDLE SCHOOLS
01.2021 - 08.2023
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - PEASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2017 - 01.2021
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - MILLSAP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2015 - 06.2017
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - WEATHERFORD HIGH SCHOOL
07.2013 - 06.2014
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - PEASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL & PEASTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2007 - 06.2013
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - SPRINGTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2006 - 06.2007
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - BILL WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2006
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - VANDAGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2002 - 06.2003
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - BOWIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2000 - 06.2002
PRE-K TEACHER & 4TH GRADE TEACHER - PHOENIX SCHOOL
08.1997 - 05.1999
3RD GRADE TEACHER - WARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.1992 - 06.1995
Greenville High School - High School Diploma,
Texas A&M-Commerce - Master of Science, Counseling
East Texas State University - Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies/ Reading Specialization