SUSANNA MILLER

http://susannamiller.weebly.com/
7520 Emerson Dr.

Canton, MI 48187

(734)589-7950

susannamiller82@gmail.com

Motivating-Creative-Enthusiastic
Dedicated and supportive educator with a commitment to enhancing each students learning
experience. Developing lessons and activities around standards and incorporating higher level
thinking. Focus on the quality and diversity of students education. Excellent communication skills.
Well-developed classroom management techniques.
Experience in:
Curriculum Design & Development
Multicultural Awareness
Student Motivation

Interactive Learning
Differentiated Instruction
Vocabulary/Literature Instruction

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angelicaflammer@gmail.com

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

Oakland University
Bachelors Degree in English, May 2004
Master in Teaching (MATEE) Elementary Education December 2014
Certified Michigan Educator: Elementary Education K-8
(Ongoing) Masters of Arts in Teaching Reading and Language Arts May 2016
(Ongoing) Teaching Leadership Certificate December 2015

Texas Department of Education

Alternative Certification Teaching Program, Region 4 Houston, TX February 2009
Certified Texas Educator: 4-8 Reading/Language Arts
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EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATION
Ypsilanti Community Schools Ypsilanti, MI
8th Grade English
2014-Current
Developed curriculum for the classroom that focused on reading for content and understanding;
writing with creativity and passion; and understanding the grammar and spelling patterns of the
English language.
Incorporated reading strategies and comprehension in a cross-curricular setting, helping to
develop and encourage students love and understanding of reading real-world print
Encouraged creative curriculum utilizing outcome-based education and alternative
assessments.
Achieve Charter Academy Canton, MI
Kindergarten Reading/Math Paraprofessional
2012-2014
Assist teachers in monitoring and motivating the progression of students studies.
Creating, planning, and implementing reading groups for all reading levels, and meeting with
these groups twice a week to work on reading strategies and skills.
Working as a team to disaggregate student data and develop intervention techniques.
Facilitating above and below level math groups to coincide with current classroom curriculum.

Sonoma Elementary Harper Creek, MI

Title-One Paraprofessional
2011-2012
Work one on one with students in both small group and the classroom environment.
Focus on developing, using, and integrating different reading strategies. Also worked on
supporting students through the LLI (Leveled Literacy Intervention) program.
Helped support teachers in and outside of classroom with Lucy Calkins writing program.
Incorporated Math Recovery skills into daily math intervention.
Dalhart Independent School District - Dalhart, TX
7th grade English Teacher
2010-2011
4th grade Reading/Language Arts Teacher
2008-2010
Educated a diverse student body. Focused on reading for content and understanding; writing
with creativity and passion; and understanding the grammar and spelling patterns of the
English language.
Incorporated creative curriculum utilizing outcome-based education and alternative
assessments.
Implemented curriculum that allowed students to achieve above 95% passing on state
standardized test.
Logan Municipal School District
Substitute Teacher K-12
2007
Incorporated creativity to help engage students in their daily work and lessons, thereby
maintaining a productive classroom environment.
Given the diversity of age groups; I was able to practice and perfect classroom management
skills.
Kaibab Learning Center
Preschool Lead Teacher
2006-2007
Planned and prepared themed lessons for students while providing a solid foundation for the
student to successfully enter Kindergarten.
Incorporated creativity and fun within learning environment.
Communicated and interacted with parents on a daily basis.
Grand Canyon USD #4 IBO Affiliated
6-10th grade Technology and Design Teacher
2005-2006
Educated students on technology while incorporating cross-curricular activities and multiple
project based assignments.
Focused on a process of thinking, creating, designing and reflecting.
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EXTRA-CURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT

Coach - Dance Squad - Grand Canyon USD

UIL Coach - Ready Writing, Modern Oratory Dalhart, TX
Director - One Act Play - Dalhart, TX
Choreographer - school musical and show choir concerts - Dalhart, TX
Teacher Sponsor - Student Council - Dalhart, TX
Coach Girls on the Move Ypsilanti Community Schools (through MSU)
Coach - Girls On The Run - Calhoun County, Harper Creek, MI
Metro Detroit, Canton, MI (2 years)
Camp Counselor YMCA Sherman Lake Augusta, MI
Lifetime Fitness Canton, MI
Real Life Farm Canton, MI

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REFERENCES
Ms. Tyler Dettloff
Achieve Charter Academy
Kindergarten Teacher
3250 Denton Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
(734)-397-0960
78.tdettloff@nhaschools.com

Mrs. Kristen McKee

Achieve Charter Academy
Kindergarten Teacher Mentor Teacher
3250 Denton Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
(734)-397-0960
78.kmckee@nhaschools.com

Mrs. Sabrina Terenzi

Achieve Charter Academy
K-2nd Dean
3250 Denton Rd.
Canton, MI 48187
(734)-397-0960
78.sterenzi@nhaschools.com

Mrs. Kris Gilbert

Harper Creek Sonoma Elementary
Title-One Director and Reading Coach
4640 B Drive South
Battle Creek, MI 49015
(269)441-7800
gilbertk@harpercreek.net