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Margaret Milar
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective Capital Teaching Resident with valuable experience in delivering content and motivating students through positive encouragement. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Passionate about developing streamlined processes and improving data deliverables through impactful data visualization.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
KIPP DC, Washington, DC
Capital Teaching Resident
2022.07 - Current (2 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Advanced into lead teaching role 6 six months ahead of 2022-23 gradual release model.
- Prepare, organize, and internalize math, reading, phonics, and writing lessons for 1st and 2nd grade.
- Accurately identify and teach knowledge and skill key points aligned with common core standards for 1st and 2nd grade.
- Models strong data collection and analysis practices to effectively plan for small group instruction.
- Collaborates with Special Education teachers, Mental Health Practitioners, and families to discuss potential need for individualized education plans for scholars.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Office Of The State Superintendent Of Education, Washington, DC
Contractor
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
Job overview
- Designed and implemented new features and enhancements to improve existing applications.
- Launched E-learning course via Articulate on components of Garden to Cafeteria program.
- Reviewed and consolidated school-reported data about local foods for DC’s Healthy Schools Act.
- Thoroughly read and assessed 22 applications for 2022 Ditch the Disposables: Awards to Reduce Waste grant, and served on technical review committee.
- Partnered with School Garden Specialist and Program Specialist to collaborate on ways to promote healthy school meals in DC’s public and charter schools.
SC Department Of Health And Human Services, Columbia, SC
Summer Intern
2021.05 - 2021.07 (2 months)
Job overview
- Collaborated with Birth Outcomes Initiative team on ways to improve maternal and fetal outcomes in pregnant and postpartum women in SC.
- Initiated policy intent document to expand midwifery coverage to Medicaid beneficiaries throughout state.
- Researched programs, initiatives and issues that would improve outcomes of pregnant and postpartum women.
- Facilitated 2 BOI meetings and individual workgroups, organizing and distributing materials.
University Of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Pandemic Preparedness Analyst
2021.01 - 2021.07 (6 months)
Job overview
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment to administer daily COVID-19 testing.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance testing environment.
- Located and assisted individuals who had been exposed to COVID-19 via contact tracing.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries and appointment requests.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
CDJ Insurance, LLC, Aflac, Columbia, SC
Regional Recruiter
2019.08 - 2020.12 (1 year & 4 months)
Job overview
- Achieved goal of 10 to 13 new hires in Q1, Q3, and Q4 in midst of transitioning and adapting to work from home environment.
- Collaborated with SC Regional Recruiters, District Managers, and Market Office to evaluate and improve recruiting processes.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews (virtual and in-person) and pre-screening assessments.
- Partnered with district managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Generated and analyzed reports in Power BI to monitor new hire engagement and movement throughout recruitment pipeline.
- Worked closely with SC Dept. of Insurance (DOI) to ensure proper and seamless process for state licensing.
Long's Drugs , Columbia, SC
Patient Care Advocate
2017.12 - 2018.10 (10 months)
Job overview
- Utilized excellent customer service skills to bridge communication gaps between patients and providers.
- Contacted 60+ patients daily to arrange medication deliveries.
- Resolved problems within areas such as pre-authorization, communication, and billing that could negatively impact customer experience.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
Midlands Technical College, Columbia, SC
Academic Mentor
2017.06 - 2018.01 (7 months)
Job overview
- Supported 75 students enrolled in STEM courses through helping them understand new concepts and motivating them to reach their professional goals.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Assisted students with navigating and executing their goals to pursue higher education.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
Education
Capital Teaching Residency , DC
Standard Credential
06.2023
University Overview
- Early Childhood Education (Pre-K-3rd)
University of South Carolina , Columbia, SC
Bachelor of Arts from Public Health
05.2021
University Overview
- Professional Development: Quantitative Public Health Data Literacy Training
Midlands Technical College , Columbia, SC
Associate of Arts
12.2018
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Test Proctoring
- Technology-Based Strategies
- Talent Acquisition Strategies
- Training Material Development
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Policy Creation
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Visualization and Presentations
- MacOS
- Teaching Software
Availability
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Timeline
Capital Teaching Resident
KIPP DC
2022.07 - Current (2 years & 2 months)
Contractor
Office Of The State Superintendent Of Education
2021.08 - 2022.06 (10 months)
Summer Intern
SC Department Of Health And Human Services
2021.05 - 2021.07 (2 months)
Pandemic Preparedness Analyst
University Of South Carolina
2021.01 - 2021.07 (6 months)
Regional Recruiter
CDJ Insurance, LLC, Aflac
2019.08 - 2020.12 (1 year & 4 months)
Patient Care Advocate
Long's Drugs
2017.12 - 2018.10 (10 months)
Academic Mentor
Midlands Technical College
2017.06 - 2018.01 (7 months)
Capital Teaching Residency
Standard Credential
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts from Public Health
Midlands Technical College
Associate of Arts
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