Megan Barry
Summary
- Energetic teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
- Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with good decision-making skills.
- Organized and dependable teacher successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Hardworking and passionate teacher with strong organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Parkland School District
Ironton Elementary School
08.2016 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Parkland School District
Ironton Elementary School
08.2005 - 06.2015
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Education
Master of Science - Technology Education
Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education With A Minor in Reading
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05.2003
Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patience and Persistence
- Flexibility
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Parental Communication
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Classroom Management
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Lesson Plan Development
Accomplishments
3 Parkland Pride Superintendent Awards
Teacher of the Month Award
Affiliations
- EWLE supervisor
- Cooperating Teacher for Student Teachers
- ETAP Supervisor for High School students wanting to become teachers
- After school tutoring
- Summer Reading Camp Teacher
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Parkland School District
08.2016 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher
Parkland School District
08.2005 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Technology Education
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education With A Minor in Reading
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania