Hi, I’m
Micah Ochs
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Dedicated elementary school teacher participating in the RISE program, committed to enhancing instructional practices, fostering student growth, and promoting equity in education. Skilled in creating engaging, student-centered learning environments and implementing innovative strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Chandler Unified School District
Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Prepare quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students are learning.
- Increase educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Communicate frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Foster student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Modify lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Chandler Unified School District
Special Education Paraprofessional
07.2021 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
CaptionCall
Captioning Transcriptionist
05.2019 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Used headsets and transcribing software to take dictation of live calls.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
- Implemented strategies to improve transcription efficiency.
- Transcribed sensitive documents with complete confidentiality.
- Reviewed and edited transcripts to verify and provide accurate and complete information.
Education
Chandler RISE, Chandler, AZ
from Classroom Based Educator Preparation Program
05-2024
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: 2 Years Teaching Experience
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Bachelor of Science from Forensic Psychology
03-2021
University Overview
- Honoree of Summa Kum Laude
- Psi Chi Member
- 4.03 GPA
- Dean's List, 5 Semesters
Chandler Gilbert Community College, Chandler, AZ
Associate of Arts
12-2019
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student motivation
- Behavior management
- Data-driven instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Serving diverse communities
Certification
- Trained in Structured English Immersion
- Trained in LETRS
Timeline
Teacher
Chandler Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Chandler Unified School District
07.2021 - 07.2023
Captioning Transcriptionist
CaptionCall
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Trained in Structured English Immersion
- Trained in LETRS
Chandler RISE
from Classroom Based Educator Preparation Program
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science from Forensic Psychology
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Associate of Arts
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