Megan Duncan
Summerville,SC
Summary
Passionate Teacher who provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating learning for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and mentorship.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Owner
Sugar Attack Cookie Company
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract new patrons, resulting in higher foot traffic and improved revenue.
- Managed financial operations for streamlined efficiency, reducing overall expenses and maximizing profits.
- Optimized menu offerings based on customer feedback, leading to better sales performance and high levels of repeat business.
- Established strong vendor relationships for the consistent sourcing of fresh ingredients at competitive prices.
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
Science Instructor
Raleigh County Schools
06.2020 - Current
- Science Department Head, 8th Grade
- Teacher of the Year, 2023
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing overall educational experience.
- Mentored and guided students in research projects, resulting in higher quality work and increased enthusiasm for scientific inquiry.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication, fostering deeper understanding of course material.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to expose students to real-world applications of scientific principles.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for science education and incorporate new strategies into teaching methods.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance by sharing insights gained from analyzing assessment data within the science department.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback to support ongoing growth.
Science Instructor
Fayette County Board Of Education
12.2017 - 06.2020
- Leadership Team Head
- Faculty Senate Assistant President
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing student educational experience.
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Appalachian Regional Hospital
05.2010 - 11.2017
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based respiratory therapy techniques and protocols.
- Optimized team performance by providing training, mentoring, and feedback to fellow therapists.
- Streamlined patient treatment plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Facilitated timely patient discharges by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and case managers.
- Maintained accurate patient records to ensure proper billing practices and regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in budget planning efforts by tracking department expenses and identifying opportunities for cost containment.
- Complied with federal medicare and state medicare guidelines and remedied departmental billing.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Concord University
Athens, WV05.2020
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Multitasking and Organization
- Instructional Design
- Instructional Technology
- Community Partnerships
- Online teaching tools
- Operations Management
- Revenue Generation
- Sales Expertise
- Customer Engagement
- Small Business Operations
Timeline
Restaurant Owner
Sugar Attack Cookie Company
08.2020 - Current
Science Instructor
Raleigh County Schools
06.2020 - Current
Science Instructor
Fayette County Board Of Education
12.2017 - 06.2020
Registered Respiratory Therapist Team Lead
Appalachian Regional Hospital
05.2010 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - Teaching
Concord University
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