Megan Anderson
Lumberton,NJ
Summary
Professional educator with strong commitment to nurturing and developing young minds. Skilled in creating engaging and supportive learning environments, fostering positive behavior, and adapting to varying needs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring dependable support for educators and students alike. Proficient in lesson planning, classroom management, and promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication about daily activities and behaviors, fostering trust and collaboration for their child''s development.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices and coordinate activities across classrooms in the childcare center.
- Fostered a sense of community within the childcare center through ongoing team-building exercises among staff members.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Assistant Teacher
Puddle Jumpers Academy
10.2015 - 10.2021
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Fostered positive and supportive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and confidence.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in timely manner.
- Assisted with preparation of teaching materials and resources, streamlining lesson execution.
Extended Day Aide
Lumberton Board Of Education
09.2006 - 06.2015
- Actively supervised group activities and provided guidance to ensure a positive, structured environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with team members to plan engaging after-school activities that fostered social skills development and promoted collaboration among students.
- Facilitated homework completion by offering guidance, clarification, and encouragement when needed to promote academic success.
- Promoted creativity among students by introducing various art projects and supplies for independent exploration
- Ensured timely pick-up of students from school dismissal points
- Enforced rules and guidelines by setting clear, concise and enforceable limits.
- Implemented daily check-in/check-out procedures for monitoring student attendance accurately within the extended day program.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized environment for both students and staff members during extended day hours.
- Developed strong relationships with students through active listening and consistent follow-up on concerns or issues raised during extended day sessions.
Summer Camp Counselor
Lumberton Board Of Education
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, medical information, and incident reports as required by regulatory standards.
- Supervised field trips and outdoor excursions, providing opportunities for exploration and adventure.
Cashier/Deli
Wawa
08.2010 - 10.2011
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
- Completed milkshakes and ice cream desserts for customers.
- Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
Cashier/Stocker
Bulk Candy Store
07.2006 - 08.2006
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
RANCOCAS VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
06.2005 - 09.2005
- Helped clean out the lockers at the end of the school year.
- Received incoming shipments and transported them to the proper department.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Burlington County College
Pemberton, NJ06.2010
High school diploma -
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
Mount Holly, NJ06.2008
Skills
- Child supervision
- Classroom Management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum Development
- Patience and empathy
- Customer Service
- CPR certified
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Laurel Tree Academy
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Puddle Jumpers Academy
10.2015 - 10.2021
Summer Camp Counselor
Lumberton Board Of Education
06.2013 - 09.2013
Cashier/Deli
Wawa
08.2010 - 10.2011
Extended Day Aide
Lumberton Board Of Education
09.2006 - 06.2015
Cashier/Stocker
Bulk Candy Store
07.2006 - 08.2006
Shipping and Receiving Assistant
RANCOCAS VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
06.2005 - 09.2005
High school diploma -
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Burlington County College
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