Dion Miraglia
Bayview
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
LFCISD
08.2007 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Teacher
Harmony Science Academy In Brownsville Texas
08.2011 - 10.2011
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Recieved and responded to 20 emails per day with parents, administrators and corporate entities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Social Work
Columbia College
Columbia, MissouriSkills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity in Teaching
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson implementation
- Elementary Education
Accomplishments
I was asked to take a longterm substitute assignment in which I prepared (at risk students) for their State Reading exam. Prior to my teaching them, these students failed the test, but under my instruction a high percentage of the class passed their test.
Certification
STATE OF MISSOURI EDUCATOR'S CERTIFICATE
LIFETIME ELEMENTARY EDUCATION 1-8
LIFETIME ENGLISH 4-8
LIFETIME SOCIAL STUDIES 4-8
TEXAS TEACHER CERTIFICATE:
LIFE ELEMENTARY SELF-CONTAINED 1-8
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS AND READING 4-8
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS AND READING 8-12
Pickleball Tournament Player
I am an avid Pickleball player who has been competing for medals in tournaments throughout the Rio Grande Valley for the past few years.
Timeline
Teacher
Harmony Science Academy In Brownsville Texas
08.2011 - 10.2011
Substitute Teacher
LFCISD
08.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Social Work
Columbia College
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