Meaghan Kearns-Fleener
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Highly motivated educator looking to expand my knowledge to become a Special Education Teacher. My goal is to create a space that fosters a consistent, safe and inclusive classroom for students to learn and grow.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAR Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer District 38
08.2023 - Current
- Provide support to students in a specialized learning environment, focusing on both academic and behavioral development.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Education and behavioral support put into place by Special Education Teacher.
Site Director
Leading Edge
08.2022 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring the safety and enrichment of students in an educational setting.
- Create and implement lesson plans.
- Maintain a space for students to feel safe and heard.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Liaison between parents, school staff and administration to ensure a successful program.
ESY Teacher-STAR
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Create daily schedules for staff and students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Maintain school year goals
Summer School Paraprofessional-STAR
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assist in the instruction and classroom management during summer school sessions, focusing on individualized support.
Summer School Teacher-Middle School SSN
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered lessons and provided support for students during the summer term, maintaining an engaging learning environment.
RISE Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer School District 38
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported students with special needs in various academic and social settings, enhancing their learning experience.
- Kept our classroom clean, neat, and properly organized for classroom efficiency.
- Provided breaks and academic support to students in and out of their General Education Classroom.
- Collaborated with students classroom teachers on a daily basis regarding student(s) in their class.
Summer School Teacher-1st Grade
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Taught subjects and provided additional educational support to students in a summer school program.
Substitute Teacher & Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer School District 38
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Stepped in as a substitute teacher and paraprofessional across various grade levels.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers or paraprofessionals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology- Adaptive Physical Education
Colorado Mesa University
12.2020
Associate of Science -
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO06-2019
High School Diploma -
Palmer Ridge High School
05.2011
Skills
- Organization
- Accountability
- Work Ethic
- Create and maintain relationships
- Leadership
- Patience
- Compassion
- Communication
- Dedication
- Flexibility
- Data tracking and analysis
Certification
First Aid
CPR
Medical Administration
CPI- Crisis Prevention Institute
Orton-Gillingham Training
Responsive Classroom
Timeline
ESY Teacher-STAR
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2025 - 07.2025
Summer School Paraprofessional-STAR
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2024 - 07.2024
STAR Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer District 38
08.2023 - Current
Summer School Teacher-Middle School SSN
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2023 - 07.2023
Site Director
Leading Edge
08.2022 - Current
RISE Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer School District 38
08.2022 - 05.2023
Summer School Teacher-1st Grade
Lewis Palmer School District 38
06.2022 - 07.2022
Substitute Teacher & Paraprofessional
Lewis Palmer School District 38
02.2021 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Palmer Ridge High School
Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology- Adaptive Physical Education
Colorado Mesa University
Associate of Science -
Colorado Mesa University
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