Miranda Wertz
Hollidaysburg,PA
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at engaging alternative education students and building student rapport.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher (Alternative Education)
Altoona Area School District (Stevens/Kimmel)
Altoona, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Improved students' critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world problems into lesson plans
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Implemented alternative assessment methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote student success.
Camp Counselor
YMCA
Indiana, PA
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with over 50 children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Kept accurate records on participants' activity attendance, disciplinary actions and medication usage to improve camper documentation.
Education
Masters of Education - Principal Certificate
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA05-2027
Post-Baccalaureate Program - Teaching Certification
Saint Francis University
Loretto, PA12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2023
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Organization and Time Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Written Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- ESL Curriculum and Instruction
Timeline
English Teacher (Alternative Education)
Altoona Area School District (Stevens/Kimmel)
08.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2021 - 09.2021
Masters of Education - Principal Certificate
Saint Francis University
Post-Baccalaureate Program - Teaching Certification
Saint Francis University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indiana University of Pennsylvania