MICHAEL GILL
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Summary
Experienced educational leader, well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and enhancing student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff management, and policy implementation. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and flexible in meeting evolving needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and results-driven approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Cocopah Middle School
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enhancing cross-curricular connections for students.
- Attended professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices in English Language Arts education.
- Communicated with parents regularly through newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Fostered critical thinking skills among students through inquiry-based learning approaches
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, catering to diverse learning styles and needs of students.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community among students.
Dean of Students/School Administrator Mentor
Basis Ed. Peoria Campus
06.2021 - Current
- Social Emotional Learning Curriculum Development
- Multi-tiered system of support to drive positive behavioral intervention and support (PBIS) strategies.
- Creation of a school-wide disciplinary program and PLC development.
Dean of Academics
Caurus Academy
06.2023 - 07.2024
- International Baccalaureate Coordinator
- 504 Coordinator/Campus events coordinator/ McKinney Vento Coordinator
- Hire, train, onboard, and supervise teachers
- Proactive leadership with disciplinary, school development, and long-term goals.
6th Grade ELA/ELD/ELL Teacher
Legacy Traditional Schools Phoenix Campus
01.2020 - 05.2021
- ELA/ESL and Social Studies lesson planning and curriculum design.
- Differentiated and project-based lesson design
- Pair and small group lesson design interwoven with technology.
IB English B Teacher
Yamanashi Senior High School
08.2017 - 12.2019
- English B curriculum and lesson plan design.
- Lessons focused on English for Academic Purposes as well as Global Issues.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Program models, learner profile, and theme-based pedagogy.
- Differentiated learning using textbook and self-created lessons that were centered on the standards from the Ministry of Education in Japan, as well as, Common Core State Standards of the United States.
12th Grade English Language Arts
Deer Valley High School
10.2016 - 07.2017
- I taught ELA to 10th and 12th grade students.
- I created differentiated and cooperative learning lessons.
6th Grade Elementary School Teacher
Katoh Bilingual Elementary School
04.2015 - 09.2016
- I taught ELA, Science and Home Economics.
- I created differentiated and cooperative learning lessons.
- Kagen group learning environments to engage students in creating discussion and complete classwork based around textbook and self-created lessons that were centered on the standards from the Ministry of Education in Japan, as well as, Common Core State Standards of the United States.
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Littleton K-8 Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Project based learning system and lesson plans that followed the most current Common Core/State Standards.
- Most current cooperative learning designs in my lesson plans that are differentiated to meet the needs of all learning styles.
- Technology embedded in all of my lesson plans.
- Team Lead, anime club leader and Social Committee member.
- Deep understanding of TAP, Kids at Hope, and Make Your Day.
- Currently using Engage NY curriculum connected with evidence of Project Based and Kagan cooperative learning strategies in all units and lessons.
On-line English Instructor, adjunct
SVIC/Waseda University e-learning program
10.2008 - 01.2013
- Familiarize students with the format of on-line learning.
- Prepare lesson plans that are based on the curriculum set by Waseda University.
- Prepared 10 week intensive online speaking and writing course.
- Grade students on their speaking/writing ability, intonation, and use of grammar.
- Editing and proofreading necessary on all report lessons.
Curriculum Designer/Lead Instructor/Owner
Speak Easy English Conversation School, Mie-Ken, Japan
07.2006 - 08.2011
- I designed a curriculum that incorporated the use of technology, music, and dance as a way to make the most of critical pedagogy.
- My ESL lesson design centered on posing problems both grammatical and abstract in nature.
- I anticipated reflective thinking based on pedagogical developments that use comprehensive student profiles.
- I prepared students for TOEIC and TOEFL testing.
- I developed and implemented classroom assessments, as well as, train and evaluate staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Arizona State University
06.1996
Master's Certification - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
05.2021
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
07.2013
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum and Instruction with an Emphasis in ESL
University of Phoenix
06.2007
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Presentation skills
- Self motivation
- Expert group management and organizational skills
- Project Base Learning lesson and curriculum design
- Teaching strategies
- Individualized support
- Oral communication
- Collaborative learning
- Peer collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- K-12 Arizona Principal Certification, Arizona
- 1-8 Elementary and Secondary 6-12 Educator's License with highly qualified Language Arts and SEI endorsements
- International Baccalaureate Category 1 certification
- Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
Languages
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Cocopah Middle School
11.2024 - Current
Dean of Academics
Caurus Academy
06.2023 - 07.2024
Dean of Students/School Administrator Mentor
Basis Ed. Peoria Campus
06.2021 - Current
6th Grade ELA/ELD/ELL Teacher
Legacy Traditional Schools Phoenix Campus
01.2020 - 05.2021
IB English B Teacher
Yamanashi Senior High School
08.2017 - 12.2019
12th Grade English Language Arts
Deer Valley High School
10.2016 - 07.2017
6th Grade Elementary School Teacher
Katoh Bilingual Elementary School
04.2015 - 09.2016
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Littleton K-8 Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
On-line English Instructor, adjunct
SVIC/Waseda University e-learning program
10.2008 - 01.2013
Curriculum Designer/Lead Instructor/Owner
Speak Easy English Conversation School, Mie-Ken, Japan
07.2006 - 08.2011
Master's Certification - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - Education Curriculum and Instruction with an Emphasis in ESL
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Arizona State University
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