Phillip Miller
Teacher
Nashville
Summary
Teacher with expertise in k-6 education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
K-6 Certified Elementary Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
1 2010 - Current
Primary Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2021 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained classroom through discipline, order and personal interactions.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Employed informal and formal assessments to support student development and boost scores.
Reading Interventionalist
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
- Delivered differentiated instruction based on individual learning profiles, addressing diverse needs within the classroom setting effectively.
1st & 2nd Grade Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
3rd Grade Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
5th–8th ELA and Social Studies
Dalewood Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
M.Ed. - English Language Acquisition
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TNB.A. - Elementary Education
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TNSkills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Project-based learning
- Child Development
- Growth Mindset
- Mathematics Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Instructional technology
- Classroom Management
- Theatrical Lighting Technician
- Problem-solving skills
Awards
- Teacher of the Year Candidate
- Member of Phi Mu Alpha
- Graduated Cum Laude from Tennessee State University
References
- Stephanie Hendrith, (615) 496-4782
- Martha Phillips, (615) 566-1236
- Lilly Joy, (615) 800-9717
Timeline
Primary Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2021 - Current
Reading Interventionalist
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2020 - 01.2021
1st & 2nd Grade Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2015 - 01.2020
3rd Grade Teacher
Hull-Jackson Montessori
01.2014 - 01.2015
5th–8th ELA and Social Studies
Dalewood Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2013
K-6 Certified Elementary Teacher
Metro Nashville Public Schools
1 2010 - Current
M.Ed. - English Language Acquisition
Lipscomb University
B.A. - Elementary Education
Tennessee State University
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