Megan Byard
Muncie,IN
Summary
Veteran English Teacher with a proven highly effective teacher at Delcom School Corporation and Jay School Corporation, specializing in curriculum development and classroom technology integration. Excelled in fostering student academic and emotional growth, leading professional development, and enhancing collaborative learning. Skilled in verbal/written communication and classroom management, demonstrating significant contributions to student success and educational innovation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Delcom School Corporation
08.2023 - Current
- Plans dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of language arts concepts.
- Prepares comprehensive English curriculum for new classes.
- Implements lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Creates activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Participates in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance skills.
- Encourages students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Serves as supervising teacher for college practicum student (ongoing)
High School English/Middle School ELA Teacher
Jay School Corporation
08.2011 - 08.2022
- Helped students develop academic, social, and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Integrated Google suite and other instructional technologies into classroom to convey information in non-traditional ways.
- Developed curriculum maps for lower high school grades.
- Served as Freshman Academy Team Leader (2013-2014), supervising teacher for college practicum students (2017-2019), union bargaining committee representative (2019-2022), corporation literacy committee member (2021-2022), building professional development facilitator (2021-present)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2011
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Grading proficiency and time management
- Rigorous lesson plans and assessments
- Proficient in real-time and virtual classroom management
- Strong working relationship with students and colleagues
Additional Information
Teacher Consultant for the Indiana Writing Program (Ball State University)
- Granted a three-week fellowship at Invitational Summer Institute
- Presenter at Indiana Teachers of Writing Conference, hosted by the Hoosier Writing Program (Indiana University)
Timeline
English Teacher
Delcom School Corporation
08.2023 - Current
High School English/Middle School ELA Teacher
Jay School Corporation
08.2011 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English
Ball State University
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