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Who We Are

Dr. Greg E. Johnson is a distinguished educational leader, speaker, and coach with 29 years of experience in public education. His career spans PK–12 administration, instructional leadership, and staff development, reflecting a deep commitment to excellence, equity, and innovation in education.

As Director of Early Childhood and Special Services for the Blue Springs School District, Dr. Johnson provided strategic oversight for district-wide programs supporting early learning, special education, and inclusive practices. He has led transformative initiatives in literacy instruction, behavioral support systems, social emotional learning (mental wellness), diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the integration of learning technologies that enhance both teaching and family engagement.

A keynote speaker and facilitator, Dr. Johnson has presented at several professional development events and community forums. His presentations have focused on DEI in education, trauma-informed leadership, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Response to Intervention (RTI), and systemwide instructional improvement. He has shared program highlights before the Board of Education, served as the keynote speaker for the Blue Springs School District Teacher of the Year Celebration, and delivered keynote addresses for civic organizations such as the Optimist Club, Elkettes and Harvesters—motivating educators and community leaders to embrace student-centered, inclusive practices.

Dr. Johnson’s leadership and programs have earned recognition at both state and national levels, including the Missouri School Boards’ Association Early Childhood Program of the Year (2023-Large Districts) and the Parents as Teachers National Blue Ribbon Affiliate Award (2024). His personal accolades include Building Teacher of the Year, District Teacher of the Year, commendations from the Missouri House of Representatives and the Mayor of Blue Springs, MO, the Distinguished Principal Award from GKCSEPA/MAESP, and the Leadership Excellence Award from the Blue Springs School District.

Dr. Johnson was a four year letterman in Baseball at Rockhurst University. He holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from William Woods University and advanced degrees in administration from the University of Central Missouri and a DEI certificate from Cornell University. Dr. Johnson continues to champion equity-driven leadership, innovative instruction, and professional growth that empower educators, students and families to thrive.

State of Missouri Certifications:

  • Early Childhood B-3

  • Social Studies 7-12

  • Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical K-12

  • Principal - K-8

  • Principal - 9-12

  • District Administration

State of Kansas Certifications:

  • Early Childhood PreK-3

  • History, Government, and Social Studies 6-12

  • Building Leadership PreK-12

  • District Leadership PreK-12

2003-2004

Blue Springs R-IV School District Teacher of the Year

2013

Greater Kansas City Elementary Principals Association Distinguished Principal

Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals Distinguished Principal

(MAESP)

National Association of Elementary Principals Association Distinguished Principal

(NAESP)

National Distinguished Principal Nominee


JEC approaches educational consulting with a clear, student-centered goal: helping schools, families, and teams work together so students can thrive. Our work is grounded in a positive, problem-solving mindset that focuses on practical solutions, thoughtful communication, and shared responsibility.

When school teams collaborate and communicate with purpose and respect, students thrive. Based on years of personal and professional experience, an adversarial approach simply doesn’t work. Students benefit most when the adults who support them—educators, families, and service providers—advocate for their needs and work together to create learning environments where every child is known, supported, and valued.

This shared commitment is the end goal of every teacher, paraprofessional, related service provider, administrator, school bus driver, and parent: to make each student’s school experience the best it can possibly be.