Miranda Garcia
Red Oak,TX
Summary
Energetic educator who is highly skilled in creating a positive learning environment through positive reinforcement. Dedicated to promote student success by collaborating with peers to create engaging lessons.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts support new teachers.
- Collaborated with teachers and administration to develop individualized educational plans for each student.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design vertical alignment in the curriculum to facilitate a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies, contributing to their professional growth and strength in the classroom.
- Led a team of educators in developing interactive lesson plans that aligned with state standards, ensuring consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student engagement.
Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
07.2021 - Current
- Increased student engagement by creating hands on activities to deepen understanding.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create lessons that integrated differentiated practices for multi-level learners.
- Identified struggling students by progress monitoring and provided additional support as needed through tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Reviewed individualized student plans to create a learning environment that will meet their needs.
- Used formal and informal assessments to gauge student progress and adapt teaching practices.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student progress throughout the school year.
- Fostered student curiosity by creating an environment that allows frequent discussions.
Literacy Coach
Founders Classical Academy
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized literacy plans that aligned with state standards.
- Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
Assistant Track Coach
Founders Classical Academy
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Enhanced athlete performance by implementing practice sessions to their individual goals.
- Assisted head coach in leading track meets.
- Organized practice sessions that allowed athletes to strengthen skills in a positive environment.
Student Teacher
Beasley Elementary School
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Taught small groups and lead whole-class instruction to promote student engagement and academic achievement.
- Observed mentor teacher to learn classroom management and teaching strategies.
- Created lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Worked collaboratively with mentor teacher to carry out daily routine.
- Taught daily phonics lesson to build reading skills.
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed classrooms in short-term and long-term substitute teaching positions.
- Implemented lessons left by the teacher to continue student learning.
- Developed a strong rapport with students in grades k-12.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
05.2021
High School Diploma -
Red Oak High School
06.2017
Skills
- Student Documentation
- Classroom Management
- Lesson development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Mathematics/Science Instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Accomplishments
- Project Learning Tree Certificate
- Reading Academy Certificate
Timeline
Literacy Coach
Founders Classical Academy
01.2023 - 10.2023
Lead Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Track Coach
Founders Classical Academy
01.2022 - 04.2022
Teacher
Founders Classical Academy
07.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Beasley Elementary School
01.2021 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
10.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Stephen F Austin State University
High School Diploma -
Red Oak High School