Lisa Johnson
@lisajohnson1
Dedicated special education administrator with over 15 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated special education administrator and evaluation specialist with over fifteen years of experience in developing and managing special education teams across diverse educational settings. My extensive background includes roles as Special Education Coordinator and Director, where I have honed my skills in authentic assessment, low incidence disabilities, and dyslexia assessment. I am passionate about diagnosing learning needs and developing effective intervention strategies that lead to measurable improvements for students.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated with educators, parents, and students to create individualized education plans that align with organizational goals. My proven track record in data analysis and special education law has enabled me to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality educational services. I pride myself on my adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, consistently striving for excellence in all my endeavors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Educational Diagnostician
Huntsville ISD
Aug 2024 - Present (11 months)
Supported PBIS, RtI, MTSS, and all evaluations for multiple campuses while attending a full-time graduate program. Responsible for educational diagnostics for grades PK-7.
Elementary and Intermediate Special Education Coordinator
Bryan ISD
Jul 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)
Coordinated special education for seventeen elementary and intermediate schools in a 6A district. Ensured compliance, provided instructional support, and supervised all special education programming and services.
Associate Director of Student Services
Southwest VT Supervisory Union
Aug 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 10 months)
Managed IEP, Medicaid, Evaluation, and State Indicator compliance. Developed and implemented policies for Universal Design for Learning and improved collaboration among staff.
Special Education Coordinator
Cityscape Schools
Jul 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years)
Managed all Special Populations (SPED, 504, G/T, Dyslexia) programming and staff for two campuses. Ensured compliance with federal timelines, corrective actions, and dyslexia screening.
Diagnostician
Lewisville ISD
Aug 2017 - Jul 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Conducted all assessment and IEP meetings for secondary-level students at Hebron High School. Managed work and community-based instruction for tenth through twelfth grade.
Editor
Compass Psychological Associates
Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Edited outgoing reports for accuracy, completeness, and diagnostic integrity. Drafted internal and external communications for key stakeholders, improving efficiency and report accuracy.
Interim Special Education Coordinator
Lumin Community School
Feb 2017 - Aug 2017 (6 months)
Supervised all instructional and related services for special populations and managed all assessments. Acted as compliance officer, developing remediation plans and systems to ensure organizational compliance.
Educational Diagnostician
Duncanville ISD
Jan 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Served as an Educational Diagnostician, responsible for assessing student learning needs. Developed and implemented effective educational plans.
Program Specialist
Advantage Academy
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Served as a Program Specialist, contributing to educational programs and initiatives. Focused on supporting the overall educational environment.
Enablement and Training Lead, Change Management Consultant
VeriFone, Inc.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Assisted in developing communication plans for company-wide adoption of a new project management system. Developed and led training sessions for global audiences, creating comprehensive training deliverables.
Educational Diagnostician
Dallas ISD
Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Performed educational diagnostic duties within the Dallas Independent School District. Focused on identifying learning needs and developing intervention strategies.
Educational Diagnostician
Richardson ISD
Jan 2009 - Dec 2014 (5 years 11 months)
Provided educational diagnostic services to students. Conducted assessments and contributed to individualized education plans.
Dyslexia Intervention Specialist
Undisclosed
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 11 months)
Provided specialized intervention for students with dyslexia. Implemented strategies to improve reading and language skills.
Middle School Resource Language Arts 6-7
Undisclosed
Jan 2004 - Dec 2005 (1 year 11 months)
Taught resource language arts to middle school students in grades 6-7. Developed and delivered tailored instruction to support diverse learning needs.
High School Resource Math 9-12
Undisclosed
Jan 1993 - Dec 1994 (1 year 11 months)
Taught resource math to high school students in grades 9-12. Provided support and instruction to students with varying mathematical abilities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Texas A&M University
M.Ed., Educational Psychology
Completed a Master of Education in Educational Psychology. This program focused on advanced studies in psychological principles applied to education.
Texas Tech University
Certification, Educational Diagnostician
Obtained certification as an Educational Diagnostician. This involved specialized training in assessment and evaluation for educational settings.
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts, English and History
Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a dual major in English and History. This comprehensive program provided a strong foundation in humanities.
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Software and tools used professionally
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