Meaghan Thomas
Suitland,MD
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Washington Global Public Charter School, specializing in data-driven instruction and student growth. Demonstrated expertise in analytical decision-making and ethical standards to enhance curriculum development and boost student engagement. Committed to fostering inclusive, achievement-oriented environments, resulting in significant improvements in student learning outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Eighth Grade Science Teacher
Washington Global Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2016 - Current
- Develop and execute daily/weekly lesson plans to ensure student learning in accordance with Common Core
- Created interesting and educational experiments to capture students’ imaginations
- Assist in the development of curriculum standards and mapping
- Travel to and participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions
- Ensure growth, development, and demonstration of character traits in students
- Facilitate the development of character and community in the classroom
- Complete all grading by providing prompt, high-quality, personalized feedback on assignments
Saturday Academy Math Tutor
Washington Global Public Charter School
Washington, DC
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Conduct and grade small assessments and homework assignments
- Review class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems, or reviewing worksheets or other assignments
- Help identify, develop, or implement intervention strategies, tutoring plans, or individualized education plans (IEPs) with teachers for struggling students
- Focus specifically on math and reading skills with struggling students, one-on-one and in small groups
- Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students
- Foster positive relationships with students to encourage their learning
Middle School Science Teacher
Meridian Public Charter School
Washington, DC
08.2009 - 06.2016
- Plan and deliver daily effective differentiated instruction
- Demonstrate knowledge of resources, student needs, curriculum, content, and pedagogy
- Set instructional outcomes for each class
- Design student assessments periodically
- Create an environment of respect and rapport for students
- Establish a culture of learning
- Manage classroom procedures and student behavior
- Communicate directions, expectations, procedures, and content with students
- Engage students in learning with quality questioning and discussion techniques
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
- Use student data to inform instruction and integrate differentiated instruction
- Engage parents and families in their child’s academic success by fostering an ongoing relationship centered around hopes and dreams
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
Therapeutic Behavioral Aide
Maxim Healthcare
Silver Spring, MD
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Provides close supervision to children during classroom and program activities
- Assists in data collection, compilation, retrieval and graphing, as requested
- Provides safe transport to children and their families
- Suggests potential areas for research and program improvements
- Participates in education and research activities
- Contributes to the preparation and delivery of lectures, posters and other presentations
- Maintains a safe therapeutic and hazard free environment
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Benjamin Tasker Middle School
Bowie, MD
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Worked with individual students and small groups of students to reinforce the learning material or skills introduced and outlined by the certified classroom teacher
- Supervised activities of students with disabilities
- Performed assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as lunch, gave restroom assistance to students with various disabilities
- Assisted as directed by classroom teacher in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting as determined by IEP/Title 1
- Maintained safe classroom working environment
- Performed other duties assigned by the certified classroom teacher
Education
Associate of Science - Physics
The George Washington University
01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Temple University
01.2006
Skills
- Written Communication Skills
- Analytical Decision-Making
- Long-Term Planning
- Precision in Task Execution
- Strong Ethical Standards
- Confident Decision-Making
- Proactive Approach
- Travel
- Proficient in Office Equipment
- Continuous Improvement Focus
- Effective Feedback Integration
- Team Coaching
- Career Growth Initiatives
- Strong Listening Skills
- Visual Analysis Skills
- Precision Handling
- Data-driven instruction
Timeline
Eighth Grade Science Teacher
Washington Global Public Charter School
08.2016 - Current
Saturday Academy Math Tutor
Washington Global Public Charter School
06.2014 - 06.2016
Middle School Science Teacher
Meridian Public Charter School
08.2009 - 06.2016
Therapeutic Behavioral Aide
Maxim Healthcare
08.2009 - 06.2010
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Benjamin Tasker Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2009
Associate of Science - Physics
The George Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Temple University
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