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Megan Cullerton

Portland,OR

Summary

Dedicated educator with over ten years of experience, seeking to transition into a teacher librarian role.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Reynolds School District
OR
01.2021 - Current

Taught 6th grade language arts in diverse Title I middle school, fostering inclusive learning environment.

  • Collaborated with school librarian to enhance literacy initiatives and integrate research instruction into library programming.
  • Teach research, media literacy, digital citizenship, and inquiry-based learning.
  • Promoted classroom and schoolwide reading challenges, increasing independent reading and enhancing student engagement.
  • Teach students to use Sora and Destiny Discover to access digital library resources and develop information literacy skills.
  • Led PBIS team to implement positive behavior interventions and supports in the school. Building Leadership Team Member, and Yearbook Advisor.

Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 4 & 5)

Reynolds & David Douglas School Districts
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Taught literacy and core subjects in diverse Title I schools, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Designed engaging, differentiated instruction using culturally responsive, restorative, and trauma-informed practices.
  • Integrated technology into instruction and collaborated with specialists to support student success.
  • Fostered a love of reading through curated classroom libraries, interactive literature studies, and personalized student choice.
  • Transitioned to online teaching during Covid-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity of learning and supporting student engagement.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse needs of students in the classroom.

Instructional Assistant

David Douglas School District
Portland
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Facilitated classroom instruction, delivering targeted small-group and one-on-one academic support, including special education services.
  • Supported classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.

Lead Recreation & Inclusion Assistant

Portland Parks & Recreation
Portland, OR
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Planned educational enrichment programs and delivered one-on-one inclusion support to empower youth with diverse needs.
  • Developed and implemented inclusive program activities for diverse community participants.
  • Collaborated with staff to adapt recreational programs for individuals with varying abilities.

Outdoor School Program Leader

Multnomah Education Service District
Portland, OR
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Led inquiry-based environmental education, fostering critical thinking and environmental awareness in sixth-grade students.
  • Hired, trained, and supervised high school student leaders, coordinating impactful outdoor learning experiences that enhanced student engagement
  • Mentored staff on best practices for program delivery, fostering professional growth and team collaboration.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Concordia University Portland
Portland
2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Literature

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
2009

Skills

  • Reading engagement
  • Research Instruction
  • Information & Media Literacy
  • Digital Citizenship
  • Technology Integration
  • Google Workspace
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Culturally Responsive Instruction
  • Trauma-Informed Practices
  • Classroom Management

Timeline

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Reynolds School District
01.2021 - Current

Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 4 & 5)

Reynolds & David Douglas School Districts
01.2017 - 01.2021

Instructional Assistant

David Douglas School District
01.2014 - 01.2017

Lead Recreation & Inclusion Assistant

Portland Parks & Recreation
01.2014 - 01.2017

Outdoor School Program Leader

Multnomah Education Service District
01.2009 - 01.2011

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Concordia University Portland

Bachelor of Arts - Communications & Literature

Western Oregon University