MADISON L. MILLER
State College,Pennsylvania
Summary
Energetic and adaptable, bringing positive attitude and commitment to student success. Skills in educational techniques and classroom management, with strong communication and organizational skills. Dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment and fostering academic and personal growth in secondary students.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
State College Area School District
11.2024 - Current
- Followed lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
- Managed the classroom effectively to encourage student participation and maintain a positive learning environment
- Adapted teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student
Student Teacher
State College Area High School
09.2024 - Current
- Designed lesson plans, unit plans, and materials relevant to class content
- Applied content, curricular, and pedagogical knowledge for teaching and learning
- Designed inclusive and challenging instruction with appropriate learning goals, meeting individual learning and developmental needs
- Fostered an inclusive space for shared learning within the classroom community
Educational Observer
Altoona Area Junior High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Observed teaching methods and materials used to meet students' varying needs
- Took detailed notes on instruction practices, student behaviors, and numerous pedagogical strategies
- Became familiarized with several instructional frameworks, differentiation and scaffolding techniques, and classroom management routines
- Assisted the mentor teacher with grading, simultaneously gaining a deeper understanding of assessment tactics, including formative and summative assessments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Social Studies Teaching
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania05.2025
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson plan implementation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Instructional technology
- Social studies instruction
- Lecturing and teaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
Coursework
- EDPSY 14: Learning and Instruction, Gained a deeper understanding of the major concepts, principles and theories, and related research, of learning and teaching.
- CI 280: Teaching English Language Learners, Gained a deeper understanding of language, culture, instruction, assessment, and professionalism as they relate to teaching English Language Learners in U.S. schools.
- SSED 411: Teaching Secondary Social Studies I, Gained a deeper understanding of the nature, curriculum, and educational structures of social studies in the U.S.; of how to identify, select, instruct, and assess rigorous content and learning outcomes; and of effective strategies for designing, planning, and implementing instruction.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
State College Area School District
11.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
State College Area High School
09.2024 - Current
Educational Observer
Altoona Area Junior High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, Social Studies Teaching
The Pennsylvania State University
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