Miranda Kantor
Loveland,CO
Summary
Innovative and driven Education & Leadership Professional with a rich background that includes, K-12 special education, instructional coaching, academic and behavioral interventions, social-emotional learning, and leadership. Results oriented and collaborative with a proven track record of creating and implementing programs that increase educational excellence and improve outcomes. Thrive when faced with challenges and energized by working with teams to solve complex problems. Known for being an optimistic, resourceful servant and transformational leader; laser-focused on developing educators to make a significant impact in the world of education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Social-Emotional Learning Specialist
Thompson School District
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Provided technical support for customers in resolving complex issues.
Instructional Coach & Academic/Behavior Interventionist
Thompson School District
Loveland, CO
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Work directly and consultatively with staff, students, and parents to improve student achievement by providing ongoing professional development and direct coaching using research-based instruction, interventions, and strategies to enhance academic success for students
- Utilize assessment, data collection, and data analysis to determine strategies and measure success
- Train certified and classified staff in the use of core, supplemental, and intervention strategies and materials
- Develop scalable solutions that can be utilized across the district to address needs and issues
- Integrate educational theory, research, and expertise into contextual interventions to support positive change and continuous improvement.
Instructional Coach & Gifted and Talented Teacher
Thompson School District
Loveland, CO
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Provide mentoring and coaching that strategically focuses on increasing access to learning and overall student achievement
- Coordinate with curriculum liaisons and district personnel to lead the design and implementation of a professional development (PD) program encompassing curriculum, instructional strategies, assessments, and leadership skills aimed at facilitating continual quality improvement of staff competencies
- Facilitate the use of research-based strategies to effectively support differentiation, classroom management (includes PBIS), and instruction with data-driven practices.
Executive Sales | Business & Life Coach
Remote, Nationwide Sales Force
01.2004 - 01.2020
- Provide leadership, training, and coaching to five sales leaders and 500 plus sales reps
- Developed and facilitated an interactive training program with progress tracking features focused on customer service, financial planning, business development, networking, and time management
- Team achieved $1M in sales in year one.
Learning Center Teacher, Special Education
Thompson School District
Loveland, CO
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Develop and implement standards-based IEP plans; maintain accurate records, and complete student reports
- Administer formal and informal assessments to evaluate academic and functional skill levels, progress, and achievement
- Provide robust differentiated instruction and research-based intensive interventions.
Executive Director
First Tee, University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Led local chapter of a national/international non-profit to provide youth from diverse backgrounds with life-enhancing values, character education, and golf opportunities.
Special Education Teacher
Slade Elementary School
Laramie, WY
08.2002 - 05.2004
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
Pine View Middle School
St. George, UT
08.1999 - 05.2002
- Developed a social-emotional learning curriculum focused on life skills that is still in use today
- The program was tied to IEP goals and standards so it could easily be delivered to students and measured for effectiveness.
Social Emotional Learning Coach & Specialist
Thompson School District
Loveland, CO
01.2019
- Provide mentoring and coaching that strategically focuses on increasing access to learning and overall student achievement
- Coordinate with curriculum liaisons and district personnel to lead the design and implementation of a professional development (PD) program encompassing curriculum, instructional strategies, assessments, and leadership skills aimed at facilitating continual quality improvement of staff competencies
- Facilitate the use of research-based strategies to effectively support differentiation, classroom management (includes PBIS), and instruction with data-driven practices.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of the Cumberlands
05-2024
Master's Degree - Education
Southern Utah University
05.2001
English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement -
Southern Utah University
08.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education (K-12) and Elementary Education (K-6)
University of Wyoming
05.1999
Skills
- Interpersonal, Written, & Oral Communication
- Teaching and Training
- Presenting and Public Speaking
- Team Collaboration & Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Digital Marketing
- Problem Solving
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Campaign Development
- Online Learning Applications
- Data Analysis
- Adult Learning Theories
- Differentiated Instruction
Affiliations
- TEA-Thompson Education Association
- CEC-Council for Exceptional Children
- NEA-National Education Association
- UPCEA-Leaders in Online and Professional Continuing Education
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive professional development program from scratch to build staff engagement and address low math and reading scores. Results include improved staff morale and increased math and reading proficiency in formative and summative assessments.
- Member, School Leadership & PBIS Team, 2020 to Present
- In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, collaborated with administration to develop a virtual professional development program to help teachers learn and leverage various online platforms and applications. Provided one on one teacher coaching to model specific strategies to engage students emotionally and cognitively.
Professional Development
- Early Literacy and Advanced Literacy
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist
- Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Data Driven Instruction (DDI)
- Kagan Engagement Strategies
- Case Management for Individuals with Disabilities
- Int’l Baccalaureate Professional Development
- Implementation of Restorative Practices in Schools
- CHAMPS Classroom Management
- Teach Like a Champion
- Strategies to Increase Engagement and Rigor
- Science of Reading
- Educational Technology
- Cognitive Coaching & Jim Knight Instructional Coaching
Community Service
Loveland Rotary, KidsPak, 2020, Present, Loveland, CO
Timeline
Social-Emotional Learning Specialist
Thompson School District
08.2023 - Current
Instructional Coach & Academic/Behavior Interventionist
Thompson School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
Instructional Coach & Gifted and Talented Teacher
Thompson School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
Social Emotional Learning Coach & Specialist
Thompson School District
01.2019
Learning Center Teacher, Special Education
Thompson School District
08.2012 - 05.2019
Executive Director
First Tee, University of Wyoming
01.2010 - 01.2011
Executive Sales | Business & Life Coach
Remote, Nationwide Sales Force
01.2004 - 01.2020
Special Education Teacher
Slade Elementary School
08.2002 - 05.2004
Special Education Teacher & Case Manager
Pine View Middle School
08.1999 - 05.2002
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of the Cumberlands
Master's Degree - Education
Southern Utah University
English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement -
Southern Utah University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education (K-12) and Elementary Education (K-6)
University of Wyoming
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