Miranda Masson
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic educator with 11 years of experience, excelling in literacy instruction and fostering collaborative teamwork. Leveraged adaptability to meet diverse student needs, enhancing academic and social growth. Spearheaded innovative projects, significantly boosting engagement and learning outcomes. Expert in relationship building, with a commitment to cultural awareness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Isidore Newman School
06.2021 - Current
- Taught 4th grade English language arts and history lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff while serving as 4th Grade Liaison.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Elementary School Teacher
Baton Rouge International School (IB World School)
06.2015 - 06.2021
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading and history to students in grades 2-5.
- Taught students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds and incorporated the diverse backgrounds of the students into daily lessons and activities.
- Designed and presented curricula and lessons in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others while serving as Grade Level Leader.
English Language Learner Teacher
English First (EF)
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Educated students ages 5-adult in English reading, grammar, writing, and conversational speaking.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests, and capabilities of individual students.
- Planned and promoted several community events to promote English language learning such as spelling bees, overnight nature field trips, and holiday parties.
Substitute Teacher
Highland Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Served as a long term substitute in a 3rd grade classroom teaching English, math, science, and social studies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed and implemented a new behavior system for the entire third grade.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2013
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Collaborative teamwork
- Literacy instruction
- Project-based learning
- Relationship building
- Cultural awareness
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - Louisiana Department of Education.
- Responsive Classroom Certified Teacher – Center for Responsive Schools.
- LETRS Training Certification
- TEFL Certification - 2014
- CPR Training Certification
Extracurricular Experience
- Isidore Newman School (August 2022- present): Served as Assistant Coach for the High School Varsity Cheerleading team.
- Isidore Newman School (January 2022- present): Developed and implemented various activities and classes for our after school program.
- Isidore Newman School (Summers of 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025): Served as 3rd/4th Grade Age Group Head for Newman Summer Day Camp, managed both students and counselors to promote an engaging, energetic, and welcoming environment, collaborated with camp directors and gave specific feedback for program improvements.
- Baton Rouge International School (August 2016- May 2021): Established the school's first middle school cheerleading program and served as head coach.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Isidore Newman School
06.2021 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Baton Rouge International School (IB World School)
06.2015 - 06.2021
English Language Learner Teacher
English First (EF)
06.2014 - 06.2015
Substitute Teacher
Highland Elementary School
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Elementary Education Certification - Louisiana Department of Education.
- Responsive Classroom Certified Teacher – Center for Responsive Schools.
- LETRS Training Certification
- TEFL Certification - 2014
- CPR Training Certification
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana State University
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