Megan Freeman
Austin,TX
Summary
Instructional leader and elementary mathematics educator with a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction and extensive experience in curriculum development, assessment design, and data-driven instruction. Proven leader serving as Mathematics Department Head, PLC facilitator, team lead, and district curriculum committee representative. Skilled in designing standards-aligned instructional materials, analyzing student learning data, and collaborating with educators to improve curriculum implementation and student outcomes. Passionate about developing engaging, accessible curriculum that supports both teachers and diverse learners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Math Teacher | Team Lead | Math PLC Lead
Bastrop Independent School District
Bluebonnet Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Design and implement standards-aligned mathematics curriculum and instructional units aligned to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
- Lead the 5th Grade Math Professional Learning Community (PLC) by facilitating collaborative lesson planning and data analysis.
- Serve as grade-level team lead, coordinating instructional planning and curriculum alignment across classrooms.
- Support campus-wide mathematics instruction as Mathematics Department Head.
- Develop formative and summative assessments to monitor student mastery and guide instruction.
- Utilize data-driven instruction (DDI) to adjust curriculum pacing, interventions, and instructional supports.
- Create digital learning materials using Google Classroom and Chromebook-based tools.
- Mentor and support new teachers through instructional coaching and planning support.
5th Grade Math Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
Cedar Creek Intermediate School
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging math lessons aligned with state standards (TEKS).
- Developed guided math station rotations and differentiated choice boards.
- Used student data to adjust instruction and support mastery of grade-level standards.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varied learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting collaboration and respect.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback.
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
Bluebonnet Elementary School
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented standards-aligned math and science lessons and units.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented hands-on science experiments to foster inquiry-based learning among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools to track student progress and adapt instruction effectively.
Education
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction in Elementary Math
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12-2023
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2013
Skills
- Curriculum Design & Development
- Standards Alignment (TEKS)
- Lesson & Unit Planning
- Instructional Scaffolding
- Assessment Design (Formative & Summative)
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Student Learning Analysis
Curriculum Development
Assessment & Data
- STAAR Assessment Preparation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning Strategies
- Instructional Resource Development
- Google Applications
- Digital Learning Tools
- Chromebook Integration
Instructional Practices
Educational Technology
Accomplishments
- Selected to represent the campus in the district digital learning cohort, supporting the integration of instructional technology and innovative learning strategies.
- Selected as the campus representative to serve on a district-wide mathematics curriculum task force.
- Collaborated with district educators to evaluate and refine elementary mathematics curriculum and instructional resources.
- Served as the campus representative on the District Improvement Committee, collaborating with district leadership to support campus and district improvement initiatives.
- Contributed educator perspective to discussions related to instructional practices, student outcomes, and school improvement planning.
- Collaborated with district educators to revise and improve the elementary mathematics curriculum.
- Provided feedback on instructional materials and curriculum implementation strategies.
Campus Ambassador – Digital Learning Cohort
Bluebonnet Elementary School – Bastrop ISD | 2025 – Present
Math Task Force Curriculum Committee Representative
Bastrop Independent School District | 2022 – 2023
District Improvement Committee – Campus Representative
Bluebonnet Elementary School – Bastrop ISD
District Curriculum Council Member
Bastrop Independent School District | Summers prior to 2020
Certification
Texas Standard Core Subjects Grades EC-6
Texas Standard Core Subjects Grades 4-8
Texas Standard English Language Arts and Reading Grades 4-8
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades EC-8
Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate
Elementary Education ⏐ K – 5 All Subjects ⏐ K – 8 All Subjects Self-Contained
Language Arts ⏐ K – 8
Timeline
5th Grade Math Teacher | Team Lead | Math PLC Lead
Bastrop Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade Math Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Bastrop Independent School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction in Elementary Math
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University