Maggie Harmon
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Auburn Enlarged City School District
08.2023 - Current
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools like interactive whiteboards and assistive devices, enhancing accessibility and engagement for students with disabilities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Boosted parent involvement by organizing workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on special education services, strengthening home-school connections.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Sixth Grade Special Education Teacher
Cherry Valley Springfield School District
08.2022 - Current
- Customized lesson plans to meet IEP and 504 accommodation needs, enhancing individual student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Communicated clear expectations for student behavior and implemented consistent strategies to effectively address behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues to support diverse learning needs in various classroom settings, fostering an inclusive and motivating learning environment.
Summer School Teacher
Ocm Boces
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Led interactive classroom activities that increased student participation.
- Designed lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and promote engagement.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Partnered with colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
Server
Cooperstown Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Boosted customer satisfaction through prompt attention to needs and personalized service.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Increased table turnover by managing reservations and seating arrangements efficiently.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Coordinated with team members during busy shifts to streamline workflow and enhance guest experiences.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying management when supplies were low.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Camp Counselor
Kids Korner
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Developed and led recreational activities that enhanced campers' physical health and teamwork skills.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Worked with camp counselors to create engaging learning activities for campers.
- Supervised pre-planned field trips and followed established safety guidelines to minimize campers' accident and injury risks.
- Engaged with parents to discuss campers' activities, addressing concerns and providing feedback to supervisor.
- Work with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Followed established emergency procedures to enable best possible resolution of incidents.
Gym Staff Member
Campbell Sport Center
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Enforced gym regulations to promote a safe and respectful environment for all patrons.
- Sold memberships and personal training sessions to new customers.
- Posted information on gym hours and upcoming events, maintaining consistent communication with patrons.
- Serviced complex equipment promptly to reduce wait times and enhance user experience.
- Enforced rules and held customers accountable for not following gym regulations
- Maintained clubhouse cleanliness and organization to ensure a welcoming and accessible space for members.
Lifeguard
Cooperstown Village
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons
Lifeguard
Clark Sports Center
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Observed swimmers closely to recognize signs of distress.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
Sales Clerk
Cooperstown Bat Company
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise
Education
Master of Science - Education Literacy
SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Education- Special/ Childhood
Hartwick College
Oneonta, NY05-2022
Skills
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- Classroom Management
- Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Special Education
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Behavioral issue response
- Communication Skills
- Group supervision and management
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Relationship building
- Motivated Attitude
Accomplishments
Deans list
GPA- 3.5
Graduate from Hartwick College Cum Laude and with designated honors in Sociology.
Graduated with dual certifications in Childhood Education and Special Education.
Member of Local Sorority- Gamma Phi Delta. We did fundraising for the American Red Cross and provided community service activities. We assisted with enforcing Covid-19 precautions at Hartwick College 2020-2021.
Additional Information
References
Whitney West
Owasco Elementary School
4th Grade Teacher
27 Evans St, Auburn NY 13021
whitneywest@aecsd.education
315-406-2692
Irene Kenison
Cooperstown Central School
Academic Intervention
250 Piermott Lane Hartwick NY, 13348
ikenison@cooperstowncs.org
607-282-2883
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Ocm Boces
07.2025 - 08.2025
Teacher
Auburn Enlarged City School District
08.2023 - Current
Server
Cooperstown Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
Sixth Grade Special Education Teacher
Cherry Valley Springfield School District
08.2022 - Current
Camp Counselor
Kids Korner
06.2021 - 08.2022
Gym Staff Member
Campbell Sport Center
09.2020 - 01.2021
Lifeguard
Clark Sports Center
09.2019 - 02.2020
Lifeguard
Cooperstown Village
05.2018 - 09.2020
Sales Clerk
Cooperstown Bat Company
05.2015 - 09.2017
Master of Science - Education Literacy
SUNY, Oneonta
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Education- Special/ Childhood
Hartwick College