Overview
Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Marie MacMillan

Thompson Falls,MT
Marie  MacMillan

Overview

36
years of professional experience

Summary

Dynamic CTE Teacher with a proven track record at Tahoma School District, excelling in project-based learning and adaptive instruction. Enhanced student engagement through real-world applications and multimedia integration, resulting in improved academic performance. Strong leadership and effective communication skills fostered collaboration among colleagues and enriched the learning environment.

Work History

Tahoma School District

CTE Teacher
06.1983 - 06.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted in developing engaging lesson plans for CTE courses.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create a positive classroom environment.
  • Supported students in hands-on learning activities and projects.
  • Implemented educational technologies to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on assignments.
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs of students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills.
  • Engaged with community partners to enrich curriculum and career pathways for students.
  • Elevated student success by implementing differentiated instruction techniques to address various learning styles.
  • Achieved higher student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by modifying lessons based on changing educational standards or individual student needs, maintaining high-quality instruction throughout transitions.
  • Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
  • Evaluated student progress with data-driven assessments, adjusting instruction methods accordingly to optimize results.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management strategies and instructional techniques for increased effectiveness.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
  • Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments.
  • Assisted struggling students by offering after-school tutoring sessions, resulting in improved grades and academic confidence.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for fellow staff members, enhancing their knowledge of current trends in education and increasing overall instructional quality within the school community.
  • Developed lesson plans and instructional materials.

Education

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

from Masters of Science CTE
06.1991

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

Bachelor of Science from CTE Career And Technical Education
06.1983

University Overview

Received my Masters in Science in 1991 in CTE Career and Technical Education at Washington State University

Enumclaw High School
Enumclaw, WA

High School Diploma
06.1978

Skills

Project-based learning

Accomplishments

Teacher of the year - WSU

CTE Teacher of the year - WVATA/THS

Rookie Teacher of the year - WVATA

Teacher of the year - Maple Valley Days/THS

Teacher of year - Grange, Maple Valley, WA

Senior Class Advisor - THS

FFA Advisor - THS

Department Head -CTE/THS

Timeline

CTE Teacher

Tahoma School District
06.1983 - 06.2019

Washington State University

from Masters of Science CTE

Washington State University

Bachelor of Science from CTE Career And Technical Education

Enumclaw High School

High School Diploma