MAEGAN PROUT
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with 12+ years of experience, seeking to transfer communication, organizational, and project management expertise into supporting the objectives of NYU as an Academic Advisor. Programs, seminars and events will be developed in an effective and pragmatic manner to aid students in reaching their career goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English, Drama, & Professional Writing Instructor
University Academy Charter High School
Jersey City, NJ
09.2024 - Current
- Directed English, theater, and professional writing for 10-20 students, increasing creative output by 30%.
- Streamlined digital and paper records for 75+ students, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
- Revamped curriculum with innovative lesson plans, increasing pupil engagement and performance by 10%.
- Initiated and managed a theater program for students, fostering a collegial atmosphere and enhancement of school culture.
Adult Education ESL Instructor
Job Corps Trade School
Brooklyn, New York
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided reading and writing instruction to young adults in class sizes ranging from 2 to 10.
- Created engaging material that bolstered 50% of pupils' academic proficiency levels as evidenced by interim assessments.
- Encouraged open dialogue, a positive learning atmosphere, and analyzed feedback resulting in a 5% rise in enrollment retention.
- Strengthened students' goal-setting skills through weekly conferences in which they reflected on their professional objectives and the steps needed to achieve them.
English, ENL Instructor & Academic Advisor
Williamsburg Charter High School
Brooklyn, New York
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Offered career guidance, college application assistance, and essay writing support for 8-10 high school seniors.
- Delivered English literature and writing instruction to a heterogeneous classroom of 16-23 adolescents by diversifying assessments to meet the needs of advanced students and second language learners.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of pedagogical methods through an analysis of monthly feedback surveys and assessments.
- Heightened the analytical skills of youngsters as evidenced by a 46% pass rate on the New York State English Language Arts Regents Exam.
Private Home Tutor
EBL Coaching
Brooklyn, NY
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted one-on-one at home training sessions for a third and fifth grader by creating individualized assessments to address deficiencies in reading, writing, and vocabulary skills.
- Developed reading material with corresponding visual aids to increase engagement and enhance the learning experience for students.
- Utilized the provider-based curriculum, with a focus on the Orton-Gillingham technique for literacy instruction.
- Improved student performance by 10% through meticulous analysis and refinement of teaching methods based on yearly growth metrics.
Traveling Community Service Volunteer
Non-Denominational Ministry
NY, NE, CT, Central PA
09.2017 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to provide spiritual guidance to community members by delivering bi-weekly services.
- Ministered to a diverse population that included adults and children using active listening techniques, employing cultural sensitivity, and respect for the unique needs of individuals.
- Established a rapport with families, supporting them as needed in varied life experiences, including childbirth and grief support.
- Assisted the elderly with daily tasks, offering emotional comfort in times of distress.
Grades 9 & 11 English Teacher
Passaic High School
Passaic, NJ
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Led educational programs for 20-25 learners, achieving a 95% assignment completion rate through advanced project management techniques.
- Designed materials to support the diverse academic levels and learning styles in the classroom by providing supplemental texts and incorporating auditory, visual, and kinesthetic activities.
- Cultivated a love of literature and respect for the writing process as evidenced by a 10% expansion in student reading and writing skills on summative assessments.
Grade 11 English Teacher
Salamah Bint Butti High School
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Administered standards-based lessons to multiple classes ranging from 28-30 adolescent English Language Learners.
- Functioned as the grade 11 team leader by facilitating weekly meetings, providing appropriate resources, conducting classroom observations, and assisting with in-class support on a routine basis.
- Crafted lesson plans that catered to the scholastic needs of juniors, resulting in a 20% gain in reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammatical usage.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Queens College
Flushing, NY09-2006
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY06-2004
Skills
- Superb oral presentation skills, writing, and research skills
- Proficient in leading training sessions, communicating effectively with a diverse audience, and adjusting material as needed
- Expertise in project management, instructional planning, developing a sequential curriculum, and producing accurate documentation detailing course subject matter
- Skilled in organizing portfolios, administering and analyzing assessment data, as well as maintaining up-to-date digital and hard copy records
- Competency in utilizing Google drive, MS Word, Excel, & Adobe Acrobat
Certification
- NYS English Language Arts 7-12 Professional Certificate
- NJ Teacher of English Standard Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English, Drama, & Professional Writing Instructor
University Academy Charter High School
09.2024 - Current
Adult Education ESL Instructor
Job Corps Trade School
04.2024 - 08.2024
English, ENL Instructor & Academic Advisor
Williamsburg Charter High School
01.2023 - 03.2024
Private Home Tutor
EBL Coaching
01.2023 - 01.2024
Traveling Community Service Volunteer
Non-Denominational Ministry
09.2017 - 11.2022
Grades 9 & 11 English Teacher
Passaic High School
09.2015 - 06.2017
Grade 11 English Teacher
Salamah Bint Butti High School
09.2011 - 06.2015
- NYS English Language Arts 7-12 Professional Certificate
- NJ Teacher of English Standard Certificate
Master of Science - Education
Queens College
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. Francis College
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