Megan Anderson
Iron River,MI
Summary
Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
West Iron County Schools
Iron River, MI
08.2021 - Current
- Fosters strong relationships with students to build effective classroom management and student ownership of learning.
- 85% of students reached high growth or high achievement on reading standardized tests by end of year.
- Active on school and district committees driving SEL initiatives, school culture, and community involvement.
- Developed a schoolwide reading initiative that has increased at home book access by 26% for 376 students.
Kindergarten Teacher
West Iron County Schools
Iron River, MI
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Designed lesson plans based on comprehensive teaching of academic, social, and personal skills.
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, and math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Tailored instructional materials to meet the needs of remote learners following the common core curriculum.
Student Teacher
West Iron County Schools
Iron River, Michigan
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies and approaches.
- Facilitated small group sessions with targeted intervention strategies for identified areas of need.
- Created a project-based learning unit in economics, resulting in increased student engagement.
Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities Aide
Conestoga Elementary School
Gillette, WY
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students who require additional social/ emotional support or guidance, using the Boys Town behavior model
- Intervened with de-escalation techniques when necessary during behavioral episodes.
- Maintained accurate records related to student behavior management programs.
- Created positive relationships with students through active listening and positive reinforcement of behavior expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2019
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2010
Skills
- Social Skills Development
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Literacy Education
- Hands-on Learning
- Teacher Collaboration
Certification
- Orton-Gillingham - June 2024
- CPR - April 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
West Iron County Schools
08.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
West Iron County Schools
08.2019 - 07.2021
Student Teacher
West Iron County Schools
09.2018 - 04.2019
Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities Aide
Conestoga Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Michigan State University
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