Matthew Miranda
El Paso
Summary
Passionate science educator, ready to apply a strong background in chemistry, academic leadership, and laboratory work to aid the community and better conditions for those living in within El Paso, Texas.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Head of the Chemistry Department
Socorro ISD
El Paso, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Lead curriculum design and alignment for all chemistry courses to meet state standards and college-readiness benchmarks.
- Evaluated and updated laboratory curriculum to ensure rigor, safety, and relevance to modern chemical practices.
- Managed all chemistry laboratories, including chemical inventory, storage, labeling, and disposal in compliance with OSHA and district safety regulations.
- Supervised, mentored, and evaluated chemistry teachers.
- Led departmental meetings, professional development sessions, and instructional coaching.
- Delivered inquiry-based chemistry instruction aligned with state standards.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans integrating theoretical concepts with hands-on laboratory experience.
- Planned, supervised, and assessed laboratory experiments emphasizing safe chemical handling and data accuracy.
- Developed formative and summative assessments to evaluate student understanding.
- Used assessment data to adjust instruction and improve learning outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biochemistry
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12-2020
Skills
- Laboratory safety management and risk assessment
- Chemical handling, storage, labeling, and disposal
- Chemical handling, storage, labeling, and disposal
- Troubleshooting laboratory procedures/equipment
- Faculty collaboration
- Community involvement
Timeline
Teacher, Head of the Chemistry Department
Socorro ISD
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biochemistry
The University of Texas At El Paso