Kristan Mcmeekin
North Wales,Pennsylvania
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Compassionate Teacher with experience and extensive knowledge of younger and older toddlers. Known for creating dynamic and relevant lesson plans with goal-oriented mindset and commitment to long-term student growth and success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
, PA
10.2005 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Teacher
Narberth Presbyterian Church
Narberth, PA
08.2006 - 03.2020
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Applied teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within framework of church's philosophy.
- Led faith-based life to provide example for students between ages [Number] and [Number].
Education
High School Diploma -
Mercy Vocational Highschool
Hunting Park, Pa 1914006.2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Group learning mechanics
- Student-centered learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Child development
- Lesson Planning
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
Won the Janice Hill award in 2022.
Timeline
Teacher
Narberth Presbyterian Church
08.2006 - 03.2020
Teacher
Bright Horizons Childcare
10.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mercy Vocational Highschool
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