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Miriam Thompson
Allen,TX
Summary
Competent college-level teacher bringing proven success as American Sign Language Professor over successful career. Effectively interest students in subject matter to drive home information and broaden horizons. Polished speaker and presenter with excellent recordkeeping and tutoring skills. Instructor with experience teaching American Sign Language language courses to students at college level. Skilled in developing engaging curriculums and utilizing innovative teaching strategies to promote engagement and maintain interactive learning environment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Collin CollegePlano, TX
American Sign Language Faculty Member
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Collin CollegePlano, TX
Adjunct Professor of ASL and IEP
08.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Applied multitude of valid methods to employ and assess students' understanding of content.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Used variety of instructional methodologies and technology to keep IEP and ASL courses interesting and engaging.
Plano Senior High SchoolPlano, TX
American Sign Language Teacher
07.2006 - 02.2011
Job overview
- Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
Education
Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore, MD
Master of Science from Digital Age Learning And Educational Technology
08.2023
Gallaudet UniversityWashington, DC
No Degree from PhD Courses in Deaf Education
The Art Institute of CaliforniaSan Diego, CA
Certificate from Graphic Design
Utah State UniversityLogan, UT
Master of Education from Deaf Education in Early Intervention
Utah State UniversityLogan, UT
Bachelor of Science from Marriage And Family Therapy
Collin County Community College DistrictPlano, TX
No Degree
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFayetteville, AR
No Degree
Skills
- School Programs
- American Sign Language Proficient
- Activity Organization
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Instructional Strategies
- Different Learning Styles
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Organizing Courses
- Cultural Immersion
- Student Records
- Immersive Activities
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Support
- Team Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Grade Reporting
- Educational Software
- Differentiated Instruction
- Professional Development
- Group Activities
- Instructional Techniques
- Study Materials
- Virtual Classrooms
- Examination Grading
- Lesson Management
- Evaluations and Assessments
- Video Recordings
- Microsoft Teams
- Staff Meetings
- Providing Feedback
- Cultural Awareness
- Course Material Preparation
- Planning Management
- Test and Quiz Creation
Availability
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Timeline
American Sign Language Faculty Member
Collin College
08.2021 - Current
Adjunct Professor of ASL and IEP
Collin College
08.2012 - Current
American Sign Language Teacher
Plano Senior High School
07.2006 - 02.2011
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science from Digital Age Learning And Educational Technology
Gallaudet University
No Degree from PhD Courses in Deaf Education
The Art Institute of California
Certificate from Graphic Design
Utah State University
Master of Education from Deaf Education in Early Intervention
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science from Marriage And Family Therapy
Collin County Community College District
No Degree
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
No Degree