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Jill Meacham

Lakeland,FL

Summary


Flexible, reliable, hardworking professional educator

with a strong background in developing and

implementing engaging curriculum for at-risk students. Adept at developing the needed rapport with students to foster a learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to these diverse educational needs.






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Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Hernando County Schools
01.2007 - 08.2019

Recruited to work with and run a self-contained program for mental health middle school students.

Taught Reading to at-risk middle school students when funding for the above program was discontinued.

  • Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented Classroom management strategies to enhance student behavior.
  • Mainstreamed students into the general population starting with lunch and adding Science, where I assisted, and then adding subjects where I was not present.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning..
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.

Taught ReaDing to at-risk high school students who had failed testing required to graduate.

  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills.

Teacher

KidsPeace National Centers
04.1987 - 12.2007
  • Developed lesson plans in a residential facility for troubled youth aligned with curriculum standards of varying states.
  • Assisted in creating engaging learning environments for diverse learners.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

Master of Arts - Reading

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

No Degree - Special Education Certification

Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Strong diagnostic ability
  • Background in Psychology
  • IEP development

Certification

Certified in Reading, Special Education, ESOL, and Middle School Integrated

Timeline

Teacher

Hernando County Schools
01.2007 - 08.2019

Teacher

KidsPeace National Centers
04.1987 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Master of Arts - Reading

Temple University

No Degree - Special Education Certification

Lehigh University