GRADUATE EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Education – Educational Foundations
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Ph.D. in Education – Educational Foundations, May 2023 (GPA – 3.9)
Ellen Tom & Chow Loy Tom Ph.D. Education Scholarship, 2019
Turtle Bay Foundation Scholarship, 2019, 2020
Achievement Scholarship Graduate Division Educational Foundations, 2018, 2019
Master of Education – Educational Foundations
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Master of Education – Educational Foundations, December 2016 (GPA – 3.9)
College of Education General Scholarship, 2016
Achievement Scholarship Graduate Division Educational Foundations, 2016
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science – Mathematics Education
Brigham Young University–Hawaii (BYUH)
Bachelor of Science Degree – Mathematics Education, December 1996 (GPA – 3.8)
David O. McKay Academic Scholarship, 1992 – 1996
Education Department Scholarship, 1995
Soroptimist Citizenship Scholarship, 1992
University Honor Roll, 1992 – 1996
Member of Hawaiian and Math Clubs
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Teacher Education Program
Faculty of Education & Social Work
Assistant Professor, Fall 2023 – Present
Teaching Secondary Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education courses
Teaching Mathematics for Elementary Teachers for the Faculty of Math & Computing
Faculty Advisor to Student Teacher Candidates
Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Faculty of Math & Computing
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fall 2022
Teaching Mathematics for Elementary Teachers
State of Hawai'i Department of Education
Sunset Beach Elementary School
General Education/Special Education Teacher, August 2021 – July 2023
Teacher licensed in Mathematics Education & Special Education
Grade 5 classroom teaching of English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, responsible for designing and implementing individualized education programs and coordinating special education services, including math and language literacy interventions.
State of Hawai'i Department of Education
Hauula Elementary School
General Education/Special Education Teacher, January 2017 – July 2021
Teacher licensed in Mathematics Education & Special Education
Classroom teaching in Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, responsible for designing and implementing individualized education programs and coordinating special education services, including math and language literacy interventions.
Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Mathematics, Science, and Technology Department
Mathematics Instructor, 2004
Taught college algebra to international students in the BYU-H Math Department.
Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Continuing Education & Community Outreach Department
Gymnastics Program Director, 1992 – 1997
USA Gymnastics classes taught in the fitness room, with instruction provided to thousands of community members, including children, youth, students, and adults.
Church College of Western Samoa (CCWS)
Brigham Young University–Hawaii CCWS Teaching Practicum
Mathematics Student-Teacher, 1995
Taught Algebra II and Calculus in Samoa to Year-12 and Year-13 students attending CCWS.
State of Hawai'i Department of Education
Kahuku High and Intermediate School
Math Tutor, 1992
Math instruction provided to students attending after-school study programs.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bellwether Clark Corporation
Co-Founder, January 1999 – Present
Manage services provided to businesses, schools, and individuals, including educational fundraising, consulting, and gymnastics instruction.
Platinum Card Hawai`i
Education Fundraising Director, 2002 – 2009
Assisted Hawai'i high schools with fundraising needs, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for schools by working with Hawai'i business owners, high school administrators, and students to support and participate in the educational fundraising program.
COURSES TAUGHT
Mathematics 305: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Secondary Education 350: General Methods for Secondary Teachers, BYUH
Elementary Education 451: Math Methods for the Elementary Teacher, Part II, BYUH
Elementary Education 491: Pre-Student Teaching, BYUH
Elementary Education 492: Student Teaching, BYUH
Elementary Education 390R: Elementary Education Praxis Preparation, BYUH
Special Education 320: Behavioral Management, BYUH
Mathematics 100: College Algebra, BYUH
General Education & Special Education Curriculum, Grade 5, Sunset Beach Elementary
General Education & Special Education Curriculum, Grades 2-6, Hauula Elementary
Calculus, Church College of Western Samoa
Algebra II, Church College of Western Samoa
PUBLISHED MANUSCRIPT
Miller, C. A. (2023). Study of Educational Equity in Hawaii: Examining the Distribution of Qualified Teachers and Student Outcomes.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium Administrator Certification
State of Hawai'i Secondary Education Mathematics License
State of Hawai'i K-12 Special Education License
Praxis Special Education: Core Knowledge Exam Certification
Curriculum Associates i-Ready Certification
Social Emotional Learning Choose Love Educator Certification
Return to Learn: Distance Learning Readiness Certification
Quality Behavior Safety Care Specialist Certification
COMMITTEES
Brigham Young University–Hawaii
Science Education Curriculum Committee
Math Education Curriculum Committee
Seven-Week Block Study
Hau`ula Elementary School - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Team
A-1 Vision and Mission Criterion
A-2 Governance Criterion
A-3 Leadership and Staff Criterion
A-4 Employment Policies and Practice
A-5 Supervision and Evaluation
A-6 Resources Criterion
Hau`ula Elementary School - National Assessment Management Team
Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium in Reading and Mathematics, Grades 2-6 i-Ready Math and Reading Diagnostic, Grades 2-6
Hau`ula Elementary School - Special Education Assessment Management
Group Reading Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluation, Grades 2-6
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2024 - Present
Hawai`i State Teachers Association, 2017 - 2023
Hawai`i Teachers Standards Board, 2016 - 2023
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Virtual Conference, 2024
Vanderbilt University IRIS Professional Development Certificates for Educators, 2023
Orton-Gillingham Training, January 2022
Supporting English Learners Training, August 2020, Oct. 2021
Quality Behavioral Solutions to Complex Behavior Problems Training, September 2018-2021
P4C: Philosophy for Children Training, July 2021
Project-Based Learning (PBL) Training, July 2021
Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Training, September 2020, July 2021
Suicide Prevention 101, September 2020, January 2021
Special Education Individualized Education Program, September 2020
Special Education Prior Written Notice of Department Action, September 2020
Special Education Goals and Objectives, September 2020
Special Education Extended School Year, September 2020
Special Education - COVID-19 Impact Services 504, August 2020
Special Education - COVID-19 Impact Services Individuals with Disabilities Act, August 2020
Special Education - Reopening Schools Students with Disabilities Return to Learn, August 2020
English Language Arts Wonders Curriculum Training, August 2020
Health and Safety Training – COVID-19, August 2020
Student Privacy and Data Protection Training, August 2020
IXL Get Students Back on Track Training, August 2020
IXL Best Practices for Hybrid Models Training, August 2020
IXL Real-Time Diagnostic Training, August 2020
Framing Mathematics Instruction Tasks, Questioning, and Evidence Processes, November 2019
Guided Math Small Group Instruction and Assessment, September 2019
Ready Math Assessment Training, February 2019
Kahua Ko`olau Cultural Based Training Program, November 2018
Ready Mathematics Curriculum Training, September 2018
Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI) Training, September 2017
MANAGEMENT AND SOFTWARE SKILLS
IBM SPSS Data Analysis and Research Software
Educational Assessment Administration
Mathematics Curriculum and Planning
Special Education Pedagogy and Curriculum
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
Interpersonal Communication and Team Building
Canvas Learning Management System
Electronic Comprehensive Student Support System (Hawai`i Department of Education) Zoom Video Communications Software
Google Classroom Software Suite
Microsoft Office Suite Software Programs
Cisco WebEx, Web Conferencing and Videoconferencing Software Application
GoalBook Individualized Education Program Software iReady Connect Personalized Instruction and Diagnostic Software
Wonders English Language Arts Curriculum Software
IXL Student Learning Software Programs
AWARDS AND HONORS
University of Hawai`i, Ellen Tom & Chow Loy Tom Ph.D. Education Scholarship, 2019-2020
Turtle Bay Foundation, Scholarship, 2019, 2020
University of Hawai`i, Educational Foundations Achievement Scholarship, 2016 - 2019
University of Hawa`i, College of Education General Scholarship, 2016
Brigham Young University – Hawai`i, Honor Roll, 1992 – 1996
Brigham Young University – Hawai`i, David O. McKay Academic Scholarship, 1992 – 1996
Brigham Young University – Hawai`i, Education Department Scholarship, 1995
Soroptimist International, Citizenship Scholarship, 1992
State of Hawai`i Board of Education Valedictorian Award (Kahuku High School), 1992
China Special Program for the Enhancement of Basic Education (SPEBE) Study Abroad, 1991
Karolyi’s Olympic Gymnastics Training Center, Elite Team (Level 10), 1988 - 1990
CIVIC ACTIVITIES
Laie Elementary, Hau`ula, & Sunset Beach Elementary Schools
School Service Volunteer, 2005 - Present Donate reading books, read to students weekly, coordinate learning stations, and teach culturebased activities and lessons. Organize, teach, and prepare students for school cultural performances and academic competitions.
Kahuku High & Intermediate School
Kahuku High School Parent, Teacher, Community Organization, 2015 - Present Organize parent support for academics and extracurricular activities and programs. Participated in comprehensive needs assessment and academic planning.
Boy Scouts of America
Committee Chairperson, Pack 555, Laie HI, 2010 - 2012
Coordinated programs, events, and activities for hundreds of young men.
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Stake Auditor, 2023 - Present
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Young Women Secretary, 2023 - Present
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Seminary Teacher, 2020 - 2021
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Gospel Doctrine Teacher, 2019 - 2021
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Youth Sunday School Teacher, 2015 - 2018 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Stake Young Women Camp Director, 2018
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Relief Society Counselor, 2013 - 2015
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Young Women President, Laie, HI, 2006 - 2009
PRESENTATIONS
Miller, C. (October 2016) O’ahu Mathematics Education: A Study Examining Equity in Hawai`i’s Public Schools. Master’s research project presented to Educational Foundations Department faculty at the University of Hawai`i Manoa.
RESEARCH AREAS & INTERESTS
Hawai`i Public School Access and Equity
Equitable Access to High-Quality Education and Resources
Cultural Diversity in Education
Mathematics Education in Hawai`i Schools
Special Education Pedagogy
MENTORING OUTCOMES
Full-Time Volunteer Service Missionaries (4), 2014-2024
Religious Education Seminary Graduates (4), 2014-2023
High School Valedictorian Awards (3), 2016-2023
National History Day (NHD) First Place Award, College Park, Maryland, 2011
Hawai`i State National History Day 1st and 2nd Place Awards, 2009-2015
National Honor Society Membership, 2013-2017, 2022
National Society of High School Scholars Award, 2012-2017, 2022 Hawai`i State Department of Education Science Fair Award, 2010
Revised: 06/10/24