Michael A. Edison
P.O. Box 2325, Pinedale, Wyoming 82941, USA
TEL: (305) 367-2508  Email: [email protected]
SUMMARY
- Resourceful team player with over 9 years of teaching experience in Alaska and Micronesia.
- Extensive international and multicultural experience.
- Strong computing and programming background.
- Speak several languages including Spanish and Afrikaans.
- Enthusiasm for extra-curricular activities.
Most Recent Assignment
PINEDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Instructional Facilitator / Teacher |
Pinedale, Wyoming, USA
2007-2008 |
- On-site professional developer.
- Responsible for teaching, assessments, and intervention.
- Assistant Football Coach, Wrestling Coach.
- Teacher of Science and Mathematics.
| AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Physical Science, Physical Education, Computers & Technology, Mathematics, ESL, World History & Inter-cultural Studies |
SPECIAL TALENTS
- Certified Coach
- Work with cultural insight
- Educational Leadership
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| COMPUTER SKILLS
PC/MAC, Diagnostics and Repair (Operating Systems/Hardware), Network Administration, Desktop Publishing, HTML (including hand-coding), Webmaster, Microsoft Office, Photo and Video Editing |
- Publication Design and Layout
- Web Design and Instructional Computing
- Digital Media
- Research Techniques
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ALASKA TEACHING EXPERIENCE
YUPIIT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Tuluksak Community School, Tuluksak, Alaska
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Secondary Teacher Mathematics (7-12) |
2006-2007 |
- Teaching Basic Math through Algebra.
- Journalism Advisor / Bi-monthly school newspaper (K-12).
IDITAROD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
McGrath Community School, McGrath, Alaska
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Principal/Teacher (K-12) |
2005-2006 |
- Fully-implemented massive change from a levels-based system (Quality Schools Model) to a more traditional system of grades and grading. Team Leader in Curriculum Committee.
- Taught Middle School Mathematics (6-8), Technology (7-12) and Physical Education (7-12).
- Extra-Curricular Activities included field trips via snow machines.
Takotna Community School, Takotna, Alaska
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Principal/Teacher (K-12) |
2003-2005 |
- Site Administration. Staff Development. Community involvement.
- Taught core subjects in Elementary (grades K-7), as well as Technology and Biology (9-12).
- Facilitated school-sponsored trips to Hawaii and Washington D.C.
YUPIIT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Arlicaq Community School, Akiak, Alaska
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Secondary Teacher Language Arts (9-12) |
2001-2003 |
- Curriculum Development for teaching Language Arts with ESL emphasis.
- Advisor for Journalism and Yearbook.
- Wrestling Coach (4-12); traveled to other schools via light aircraft.
YAKUTAT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Icy Bay Community School, Icy Bay, Alaska
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Head Teacher (K-12) |
2000-2001 |
- Repaired school before opening. This included the roof, flooring, windows, carpentry, and painting. Also, the teacher housing was painted inside/out. Literal one-room school.
- Taught all subjects, all grades. Sole-teacher site (15 students).
- Bi-weekly newspaper published by students. Yearbook. Cross-country running and field trips.
LOWER KUSKOKWIM SCHOOL DISTRICT
Kwethluk Community School, Kwethluk, Alaska
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Science/Mathematics/Technology (9-12) |
1998-2000 |
- Taught Physical Science, Biology, Technology, Mathematics, Physical Education and English Language Development.
- Activities Coordinator for the school.
- Wrestling Coach (4-12); traveled via light aircraft.
PELICAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Pelican School, Pelican, Alaska
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Elementary Teacher (3-6) | 1996-1997 |
- Taught core subjects in grades 3-6; Technology in grades 9-12.
- Advisor on trip to Gustavus via seaplane.
OVERSEAS TEACHING EXPERIENCE
KOBLERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
6th Grade Teacher |
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
1997-1998 |
- Facilitated learning of all core subject areas. Special emphasis on Math and World History.
- Supervised and trained young athletes for the school swim team.
VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
- President, Iditarod Educators Association (2 years)
- Cedar City Shade Tree Commission and Chamber of Commerce
- Volunteer Fireman and Emergency Medical Technician
- Non-Commissioned Officer in Utah National Guard
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
- Independent Worldwide Travel. Enjoy multi-cultural studies.
- Music. Currently play the guitar, banjo, and harmonica.
- History. It is the past that defines the present and shapes the future.
EDUCATION
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Minors: Physical Science, Physical Education |
Major GPA: 3.3/4.0 |
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Honors:
- Currently maintaining a 3.75 GPA in a graduate studies program.
- Completed Bachelors while enrolled as a full-time student and working full-time to support a large family.
- Sgt. York Leadership Award - NCO Academy
Praxis II (taken and passed):
Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Middle School Science
Middle School Social Studies
Certified Teacher in Alaska and Wyoming, USA. Certified Coach.
REFERENCES
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