MIKEE GARRIDO
Passaic Public Schools
Clifton,NJ
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Language
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Certification
12
years of professional experience
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Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
3 Years 11 Months- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligning with state standards for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered engaging classroom environments that encouraged student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented technology tools to enhance interactive learning experiences and improve student engagement.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, tailoring instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated social studies with other subjects.
- Organized community-based projects that connected students with local history and civic engagement opportunities.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methods in social studies education.
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation from all learners.
- Organized field trips to historical sites and museums to create immersive learning experiences that complemented classroom instruction.
- Evaluated student performance using district-wide standardized tests as well as formative assessments designed specifically for social studies content knowledge.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Established open lines of communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
Student Teacher
6 Months- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning, peer collaboration, and goal oriented lesson planning.
- Provided personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students, fostering positive learning outcomes.
- Adapted lessons and curriculum for diverse learners using peer-assisted learning, collaboration, and goal-oriented planning.
- Explored teaching materials and techniques to identify strengths and areas for improvement in student engagement.
- Created visual aids to enhance lesson delivery in the classroom, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities in urban areas offering AP classes on Social Studies to expand horizons and learn differently.
Student Teacher
4 Months- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Collaborated with classroom teacher to align on current standards and best practices.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning, peer collaboration, and goal oriented lesson planning.
- Implemented Remote teaching and technology to engage students, increasing classroom collaboration in Social Studies (Civics) subject area.
- Shifted between remote, in-person and hybrid methods of teaching while keeping students engaged.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Explored teaching materials and techniques to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Arranged visual aids for classroom activities to enhance student understanding., equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Adapted to remote, in-person, and hybrid teaching methods to maintain student engagement.
Tutor
11 Months- Motivated students to enhance self-confidence and reduce fear of failure through tailored, goal-oriented study plans.
- Guided students in developing effective study habits and exam strategies for improved academic performance.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure by prioritizing goal-oriented study plans.
- Assisted students with homework using targeted curriculum and materials to reinforce understanding.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
- 4.0 GPA
- Educational Supervisor Certificate (9/12/2025)
Master of Education - Teaching Writing P-12
- Thesis: Impacts of Rubric-Based Instruction to Student Writing Development in a Social Studies Classroom
- 4.0GPA
Bachelor of Arts - History
- Dean's List Fall 2020 - Spring 2022
- Cum laude graduate
- GPA: 3.8 GPA
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
- Dean's List Fall 2020 - Spring 2022
- M & P O'Connor Scholarship Recipient
- 50th Reunion Endow Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: Clinical Practice I and II
- Relevant Coursework: Universal Design and Assistive Technology
- Relevant Coursework: Behavior Management in Diverse Educational Settings
- Cum laude graduate
- GPA: 3.8 GPA
Skills
Collaborative projects
Project integration
Classroom management
Progress monitoring
Instructional design
Team-based learning
Project-based learning
Curriculum development
Policy execution
Continuous improvement
Innovative teaching methods
Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- K-12 Social Studies Teaching Certification (Expected by June 2022)
- TSD Training and Cert- Training Fall 2020-Spring 2022 (Expected by June 2022)
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Passaic Public Schools
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Student Teacher
Memorial Middle School
11.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Student Teacher
Don Bosco Technology Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021Read More
Tutor
Passaic County Community College
01.2015 - 12.2015Read More
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Master of Education from Educational Leadership
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William Paterson University of New Jersey
Master of Education from Teaching Writing P-12
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William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts from History
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William Paterson University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts from Secondary Education
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