Michael Pine
Corvallis,OR
Summary
Experienced in classroom instruction, curriculum development and teacher training, leveraging skills in adaptive learning and educational technology to enhance instructional strategies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with educators and leadership teams to support educational goals. Eager to apply expertise in a Substitute Teacher role, fostering student engagement and learning success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Curriculum Specialist
Department of Defense Education Activity
Alexandria, VA
08.2011 - 08.2025
- Coordinated mathematics training and support for schools in the Pacific East District
- Provided direct instructional support, co-planning, co-teaching, and coaching in all subject areas
- Collaborated with school administrators and leadership teams to develop and support School Improvement Goals
- Implement system and leadership goals and directives in support of DoDEA mission and Vision.
4th Grade Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
Alexandria, VA
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Plan and implement DoDEA curriculum and systemic goals
- Teacher all subject areas, Math, Health, ELA, Reading, Science, Social Studies
- Monitored student progress throughout the school year and communicated results with parents and guardians.
- Facilitated small group activities for collaborative learning experiences.
- Integrated differentiated instruction strategies into daily lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain order and discipline in the classroom.
- Coordinated with special education staff members regarding modifications needed for special education students.
Teacher Trainer and Support
Department of Defense Education Activity
Alexandria, VA
08.2006 - 08.2010
- Created and delivered professional development workshops for teachers on topics such as classroom management, assessment strategies, and best practices for Pacific Region
- Mentored new instructors in effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop comprehensive teacher training plans that meet system objectives.
- Managed budgets associated with teacher training programs including travel expenses, materials costs.
- Researched and prepared recommendations on curricula, instructional methods and materials for school systems.
Elementary School Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
Alexandria, VA
08.2002 - 08.2006
- Developed lesson plans and utilized instructional materials to provide individualized and small and large group instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades according to district policy guidelines.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted student learning and achievement.
- Facilitated small group instruction based on student ability level.
- Collaborated with peers to develop creative teaching strategies.
Elementary School Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
Scottsdale, AZ
08.1997 - 08.2002
- Developed lesson plans and utilized instructional materials to provide individualized and small and large group instruction.
- Designed meaningful assessments that accurately evaluated student understanding of material taught in class.
- Adapted curricula to meet the needs of all levels of learners in the classroom.
- Employed differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles.
- Assigned and graded homework, tests, and quizzes to measure learning progress and achievement.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicated those objectives to students.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-1996
Skills
- Adaptive learning
- Teaching strategies
- Training facilitation
- Educational technology
- Curriculum mapping
- Blended learning
- Feedback implementation
- Standards alignment
- Learning theory
- Student engagement
- Teacher training
- Learning objectives
Timeline
Mathematics Curriculum Specialist
Department of Defense Education Activity
08.2011 - 08.2025
4th Grade Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
08.2010 - 08.2011
Teacher Trainer and Support
Department of Defense Education Activity
08.2006 - 08.2010
Elementary School Teacher
Department of Defense Education Activity
08.2002 - 08.2006
Elementary School Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
08.1997 - 08.2002
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University