Megan Atwood
Teacher
Pampa,TX
Summary
Passionate teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Pampa ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
White Deer ISD
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported students' physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework.
- Conducted evaluations to measure the performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop the skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Substitute Teacher
White Deer ISD
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05.2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Test Proctoring
- Technological Instruction
- Tailoring Curriculum Plans
- Positive Learning Environment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Progress Reporting
- RTI familiarity
- Student engagement
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Student-Centered Learning
- Community involvement
- Serving diverse communities
Education
Canyon, TX
Contact
Pampa, TX 79065
Timeline
Teacher
Pampa ISD
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
White Deer ISD
01.2021 - 04.2023
Substitute Teacher
White Deer ISD
10.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
West Texas A&M University
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