Miranda L. Wilson 

31 West Rd • Ellington, CT 06029 • wilson.miranda@sbcglobal.net

 

Teacher- English 7-12

Substitute or Full-time Position in Junior or Senior High School

 

Enthusiastic, energetic and compassionate professional dedicated to student achievement.  Teaching philosophy based on the need for meaningful curriculum which both engages students’ and drives them to retain the subject matter.  Strong asset to team environment with well developed leadership and communication skills.

 

Areas of knowledge include:

 

Scaffolding • Metacognition • Student Schema • Student Motivation

Performance Assessment • Oral & Written Communication

Multicultural Awareness • Social Value of Education

 

Education, Certification & Training

 

Master of Education (2008), Major: Secondary Education 7-12

Eastern Connecticut State University • Willimantic, CT • GPA: 3.9

 

Bachelor of Arts (2005), Major: English

Eastern Connecticut State University • Willimantic, CT • GPA: 3.6

 

Associate of Arts (2001), Major: General Studies

Manchester Community College • Manchester, CT • GPA: 3.0

 

Connecticut Teaching Certificate • Secondary Education English

 

Professional Work History

 

Stafford Public School System • Stafford, CT                                       2007- Present

Substitute

 

Work closely with the administration during NAEC accreditation to maintain student normalcy and academic standards.

• Worked with grades ranging from 7-12
• Developed close working relationships with paraprofessionals and supporting staff 

Vernon Public School System • Vernon, CT                                                     2007- Present

Substitute

 

Interpret and follow lesson plans accurately, while maintaining student interest and classroom order. 

• Worked with grades ranging from K-12
• Developed strong “customer” base with teachers- often requested
• Well liked by students, often on a first name basis by the end of the day

 

Next Step • Vernon, CT                                                                                   2/2007-6/2007

Paraprofessional

 

Monitored and ensured the safety of two or more participants at various job sites.

• Created work strategies specific to each individuals needs
• Aided in life skills classes and lesson planning

 

The Picture People • Manchester, CT                                                               2002-2007

Manager/ Photographer

 

Worked closely with the management team and studio staff to create quality portraits offered at a reasonable price.  Managed as many as fifteen employees in a studio consisting of three camera rooms, a photograph lab, seven selling stations and two registers. 

• Strong customer base
• Open communication with employees
• Employee incentive programs and contests
• Increased studio profits and efficiency

 

Professional Organizations

 

Member, International Reading Association

Member, The National Council of Teachers of English

Member, The Glimpse Foundation

 

Computer Skills

 

Proficient with Microsoft Office • Technology related to research and visual presentations • Educational Software

 

References Available Upon Request

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