Dana E. Miller
Latin Teacher
Dalton
Summary
As educational professional, brings wealth of knowledge in Latin language instruction and curriculum development. Proven ability to create engaging and supportive learning environment that motivates students to excel. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to dynamic classroom needs, while showcasing strong subject expertise and passion for teaching.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Latin teacher
Dalton Public Schools
01.1998 - Current
- High school/Junior high courses taught: Intro to Latin (8th grade) Latin I, Latin II, Latin III, AP Latin, IB Latin
Latin teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
01.1995 - 01.1998
Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership for Teaching and Learning
University of Tennessee-Knoxville, College of Education
05.2002
Master of Science - Leadership-School Administration and Supervision
University of Memphis, College of Education
05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Language Education – Latin
University of Georgia, College of Education
06.1995
Skills
Latin language instruction
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Assessment design
Classroom management
Student engagement
Educational technology
AP Latin curriculum
IB Latin curriculum
Communication skills
Instructional strategies
Remote learning tools
Certification
Current license from Georgia Professional Standards Commission:
Awards
Briarcrest New Teacher of the Year 1999, National Honor Society teacher of the year 2013, DEF Tom Jones finalist 2024
Affiliations
- American Classical League
- Kappa Delta Pi
- Phi Lamda Theta
- Phi Kappa Phi
- Professional Association of Georgia Educators—school representative 2015-present
Professional Development
- GACE committee to write/score new Latin teacher preparation tests Fall/Spring 2024/5
- School design team member, 2009-2020
- Dalton/Whitfield Leadership Academy, 2009-2010
Fulbright Scholar
- 1999 Recipient of Senator William J. Fulbright Scholarship
- Italy Classics Program – Roma and Cumae, Italy
- July- August, 1999
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of Latin educators from the state of Georgia in the development of the GACE Latin teacher assessment as well as band marking sample responses.
Timeline
Latin teacher
Dalton Public Schools
01.1998 - Current
Latin teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
01.1995 - 01.1998
Master of Science - Leadership-School Administration and Supervision
University of Memphis, College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Language Education – Latin
University of Georgia, College of Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership for Teaching and Learning
University of Tennessee-Knoxville, College of Education