Margaret Norgan
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education professional with experience supporting children in a school setting through instructional assistance, data collection and analysis, and developing life-skills. Proficient in team collaboration and problem-solving to inform instructional strategies and interventions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Level 2 and Long-Term Classroom Substitute
Downingtown Area School District (DASD)
09.2021 - Current
- Works with teachers and other educational professionals in supporting student achievement and facilitating independence while embracing and supporting a safe and inclusive environment. Completing staff development on an annual basis as required by the district abiding by state mandates. Provides individual and/or small group support to implement specific academic, behavioral, and/or physical accommodation as outlined by the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Aids in the development and preparation of instructional materials and adaptive strategies while utilizing technology programs and computers. Collected, maintained, and organized data as required by the student plan by printing, filing, scanning and recording student progress reports, charts, certificates, or materials for interventions. Communicating openly to build relationships and trust with staff and students as well as partnering with team members to see the TEAM succeed through collaboration. Demonstrates a growth mindset and seeks ongoing opportunities for growth and development. Was requested to take on a role of leadership as a long-term classroom substitute to take charge of classroom and staff management.
Kindergarten Teacher Full-time
Springton Lake Montessori School
12.2001 - 03.2020
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student. Assisted students of all ability levels develop learning practice and life skills. Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Communicated frequently about student growth and progress, recommending at-home strategies to support students. Established and enforced rules related to respect and personal responsibility in classroom. Promoted physical, mental and social development through implementing classroom structure and organization.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA05-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Neumann
Aston, PA12-2001
Skills
- Organization
- Dedicated
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Responsible and Reliable
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Time Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional Level 2 and Long-Term Classroom Substitute
Downingtown Area School District (DASD)
09.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher Full-time
Springton Lake Montessori School
12.2001 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Neumann
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