Megan Cherry
Summary
I am a LETRS-certified, focused, and dedicated educator with 3 years of teaching experience and 10 years of experience within the education system. I have taught in classrooms from Kindergarten through 5th grade, and this has prepared me for this role with strong classroom management, curriculum development, and student engagement skills. I love fostering a collaborative environment, accommodating my special needs students, and achieving educational outcomes.
I am skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building. I have successfully implemented engaging, hands-on activities that boosted student motivation and participation. I can foster a positive classroom environment and communicate effectively with parents, enhancing student achievement and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Gamaliel Elementary School
Gamaliel, KY
08.2022 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Paraeducator, Special Education/Teaching Assistant
Gamaliel Elementary School
Gamaliel, KY
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate the education system.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Monitored the classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoor activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teachers in managing diverse classroom populations by providing targeted interventions for students who required additional assistance or modifications.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following established protocols.
- Encouraged student independence by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering personal responsibility for learning outcomes.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated with outside agencies such as speech therapists or occupational therapists when necessary to ensure comprehensive support for each student''s unique needs.
- Provided essential support during standardized testing periods, administering exams according to guidelines while accommodating individual student needs per IEPs or 504 plans.
Teaching Assistant
Hermitage Springs School
Hermitage Springs, Tn
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Master of Teaching - P-5 Elementary/ P-12 Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2019
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Multitasking and organization
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology integration
- Project-based learning
- Individualized learning
Certification
- LETRS certified, LEXIA - August 2023/May2025
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Gamaliel Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Paraeducator, Special Education/Teaching Assistant
Gamaliel Elementary School
09.2019 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
Hermitage Springs School
08.2015 - 05.2019
Master of Teaching - P-5 Elementary/ P-12 Special Education
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
Western Governors University