Fred Miller
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Professional educator and public speaker with robust background in language arts instruction. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment, and differentiated instruction. Reliable and resourceful, consistently supporting team goals and student success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
12th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Harborside Academy
Kenosha, WI
08.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student literacy and critical thinking skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of students in various proficiency levels.
- Facilitated collaborative discussions among students to promote deeper understanding of literature and writing concepts.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student achievement and encourage home literacy activities.
- Led parent-teacher conferences that provided constructive feedback on student progress while fostering collaboration between home and school environments.
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Stanton Middle School
Fox Lake, Illinois
01.2018 - 05.2023
- Gave students ample opportunities for learning and exploration with balanced program of reading/writing instruction.
- Established and communicated clear lesson, unit and project objectives to students.
- Monitored student progress and development using both standardized and personalized assessments.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student needs and interests.
- Graded students based on classroom contributions, test scores and assignments.
- Developed unique curriculum and activities to drive student engagement
- Coordinated year-long writing goals with students and fellow instructors to help students reach said goals
Summer School Teacher
Stanton Middle School
Fox Lake, Illinois
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Created self-esteem-building programs dealing with social issues affecting young people.
- Constructed lesson plans and daily activities focused on language arts, reading, grammar and spelling.
- Taught dynamic lesson plans implementing pop culture themes.
- Designed individualized curriculum for academically underachieving students.
Social Studies Teacher
Stanton Middle School
Fox Lake, Illinois
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed variety of classrooms using evolving technologies and exceeded expectations of administration and parents within the community
- Utilizing new and constantly evolving information during pandemic to instruct 80-100 students a day virtually
- Communicated consistently with parents and administration about student's goals and progress, building a positive rapport within the local community
- Underscored sociological concepts by discussing social, economic and cultural facets of local community.
- Served as mentor to new staff, providing coaching and logistical help
- Liaised with faculty and administrators to evaluate and enhance program offerings.
- Learned new ed software for Summer 2021 and taught 8-week project-based program
Entertainment Senior Supervisor
Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, Illinois
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Oversaw employee recruitment, training and onboarding processes.
- Stage Managed as many as nine different shows over the course of a 12-14 hour operation day.
- Respond professionally, urgently, and creatively to guest feedback regarding entertainment product and general park policies.
- Coordinated with Gurnee Law Enforcement to ensure safety of park guests and employees.
- Developed department goals and determined departmental financial needs and developed budgets for expenditures.
English Teacher
North Chicago
North Chicago, Illinois
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed lectures and assignments centered on literary analysis and writing fundamentals.
- Cultivated welcoming learning environments in both classroom and online contexts.
- Kept students engaged by diversifying instructional approaches and integrating technology.
- Coached struggling students with coursework and test preparation techniques.
- Encouraged students to challenge each other and delve deeply into themes found in books, poems and plays.
Entertainment Supervisor
Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, Illinois
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Kept workers at high standards through training, motivation and discipline.
- Coordinated with fellow supervisors to motivate high school aged employees and older to achieve team goals
- Developed motivational atmosphere with supervisors to maintain department moral and develop team-orientated goals.
Staff Reporter
College of Lake County
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Published professional, truthful, accurate articles for The Chronicle
- Reported alone on local stories, communicating with local and school elected officials.
Entertainment Lead
Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, Illinois
03.2013 - 12.2013
- Kept team on-task and promoted collaboration by smoothly handling both internal and external complaints.
Team Member
Six Flags Great America
Gurnee, Illinois
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Worked within safety protocols, company policies and OSHA regulations.
- Worked closely with other team members on projects to achieve desired results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, English & Social Sciences
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, Illinois12-2017
Associate of Arts -
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL01-2014
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Proofreading/Editing
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Tech-savvy
- Adobe InDesign
- Instructional planning
- Hands-on learning
- Proficient in [software]
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded NEHS for gathering funds for different literary events/took over for sponsor overnight.
- Planned and oversaw special field trips to Racine City Hall, Kenosha City Hall, Camp Awana, and others focused on team-building and interpersonal skill development
- Led an extra-curricular organization centered on Cycling Without Age, including securing funding for Trishaws, student Pilots, Elderly Passengers, and marketing for the events
- Enhanced student performance on AP Language and Composition exam by 50% through different EL protocols & 1-1 tutoring/office hours
- Collaborated with teams of sometimes 90+ in the development of Kenosha's Alzheimer's Walk, Cycling Without Age, Better World Day
Timeline
12th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Harborside Academy
08.2023 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Stanton Middle School
06.2021 - 08.2021
Social Studies Teacher
Stanton Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2021
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Stanton Middle School
01.2018 - 05.2023
English Teacher
North Chicago
08.2017 - 01.2018
Entertainment Senior Supervisor
Six Flags Great America
01.2016 - 11.2018
Entertainment Supervisor
Six Flags Great America
01.2014 - 12.2015
Staff Reporter
College of Lake County
09.2013 - 05.2014
Entertainment Lead
Six Flags Great America
03.2013 - 12.2013
Team Member
Six Flags Great America
10.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English, English & Social Sciences
Northeastern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
College of Lake County