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Introducing Myranda McDonald
Myranda McDonald integrates her extensive experience in classroom instruction, curriculum development, instructional leadership, and program creation into every resource she designs.
Recently, Myranda worked as an ELD Teacher and Instructional Leader in Oregon, where she assisted English language learners and contributed to curriculum development to accommodate diverse learners. Her background includes leadership roles in ESL and ELL programs, instructional coaching, district curriculum writing, and developing content for project-based learning.
In addition to her work in K–12 education, Myranda is the Director of Summer Discovery’s pre-college programs, where she oversees residential academic experiences aimed at boosting student confidence and preparing them for future achievements.
Myranda holds advanced degrees in educational leadership and curriculum, and her efforts have consistently aimed at making education meaningful, accessible, and engaging for all students.
Her broad experience in supporting learners across various educational contexts fuels the practical, student-focused resources she develops for teachers.
We invited Myranda to discuss her thoughts and priorities when creating educational resources.
What are your key considerations when developing resources?
I always consider the needs of English language learners, even when the materials aren’t specifically for ESL. I ask myself if a student who is still building their academic vocabulary can engage with the content without language barriers hindering their learning.
I focus on scaffolding. Is there a visual aid, sentence frame, or a broken-down step that provides an entry point for every student, not just those who are already proficient readers? Engagement and relevance are also crucial, as students are more invested when the material relates to real-world contexts.
Ultimately, I aim for a struggling student, whether due to language, confidence, or understanding of the content, to find a foothold in the resources I’ve created.
What should teachers anticipate when using your resources?
Teachers can expect materials that are aligned with standards and tested in classrooms, not just theoretically sound but resources I have personally utilized or reviewed in real instructional settings.
They can also expect built-in accessibility. Support for English language learners is integrated into the resources from the start, rather than added later, ensuring the materials are effective for all students in the classroom.
Most importantly, teachers can rely on resources that are ready for immediate use with minimal additional preparation, recognizing the importance of their planning time.
Discover Myranda McDonald’s Resources
For standards-aligned, accessible resources designed with all learners in mind, explore Myranda’s expanding collection in the We Are Teachers store.
Her resources blend real classroom experience with effective instructional practices, engaging students while offering the scaffolds and support needed to make rigorous learning accessible.
From project-based learning activities and curriculum resources to lessons tailored for multilingual learners, Myranda’s materials help teachers facilitate meaningful learning experiences without adding extra preparation time.
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