Miranda Smith
Kingsport,TN
Summary
• Region 20 is an educational agency that offers many things to educators. One of those things was to design a research-based lesson to complete a Lesson Study Cycle. It was a great learning experience. The lesson was selected and uploaded on Texas Gateway for all Texas Teachers to view.
• First year Educator of the Year 2014/15 and Educator of the Year in 2018/19.
• I worked with the Gifted and Talented Program in the subject Math. Each classroom was designed to increase learning with high achieving students.
• Curricular Coach for Tier 1 Instruction Created goals with teachers to improve practices, while improving student growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Johnson City School District
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Curriculum Coach
Northside Independent School District
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance, and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills
- Research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems
- Advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures
- Recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids designed to meet student educational needs and district standards
- Develop instructional materials to be used by educators and instructors.
Educator
Northside Independent School District
10.2014 - 08.2022
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Supported student teachers and classroom teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization
- Promoted and modeled a lifelong love of learning.
Manager In Training
Olive Garden
10.2005 - 07.2021
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to the satisfaction of involved parties
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff
- Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of San Antonio Texas
San Antonio, Texas05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies Generalist (EC-6)
University of San Antonio Texas
San Antonio, Texas05.2014
Skills
- Providing Professional Development
- Servant Leader
- Academic goals
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent interaction
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Johnson City School District
07.2023 - Current
Curriculum Coach
Northside Independent School District
10.2020 - 08.2022
Educator
Northside Independent School District
10.2014 - 08.2022
Manager In Training
Olive Garden
10.2005 - 07.2021
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of San Antonio Texas
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies Generalist (EC-6)
University of San Antonio Texas
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