Miranda McArthur
Highland,MI
Summary
Upbeat Upper Elementary Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Royal Oak Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
2nd Grade Teacher
Waterford School District
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN07.2023
Skills
- Promote Literacy
- Educational Settings
- Small Group Leadership
- Cultural Awareness
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Behaviors
- Family Involvement
- Google Slides
- Class Management
- Positive Environment Planning
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Royal Oak Schools
08.2020 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Waterford School District
08.2017 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
American College of Education
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