Megan Gray
Richland,WA
Summary
Passionate and innovative educator with teaching experience in diverse classroom settings. Strong abilities in lesson planning, classroom management, and individualized instruction. Committed to student success, fostering a love for learning, and creating inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in integrating technology to enhance learning and meet diverse student needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Para-Educator
Richland School District
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain a safe learning environment in and out of the classroom to students requiring supplemental behavior support
- Effectively teach students of varying ages and abilities in Gen Ed and Behavior classes
- Communicate effectively with children, as well as senior staff members
- Often work under stressful situations that require fast and effective decision-making skills.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively
Student Teacher
Badger Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Prepare materials for lessons, assessments, and then evaluate the data of 21 students
- Integrate technology into the lessons each day to increase student engagement
- Communicated student progress, behaviors, and any academic difficulties to parents during parent teacher conferences
- Developed and implemented curriculum and state standards effectively at the 2nd grade level.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet students' varying needs
- Participated in grade-level Professional Learning Communities (PLC's) as well as other professional developmental workshops
Substitute Life-Skills Para-Educator
Kennewick School District
11.2019 - 06.2023
- Maintain a safe learning environment in and out of the classroom
- Effectively teach students of varying ages and abilities in Gen Ed and Life Skills classes
- Evaluate and implement IEP goals and assessments, follow detailed lesson plans
- Administer various reading assessments, lead small group learning in math/reading
- Communicate effectively with children, their parents, as well as senior staff members
- Often work under stressful situations that require fast and effective decision-making skills.
Nanny
Multiple Families
07.2015 - 09.2019
- Kept environment safe at all times and removed hazards
- Performed work in an efficient and accurate manner
- Actively listened to parent's directions and followed guidelines for all aspects of care, including children with special needs.
Education
Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education K-5 -
Western Governors University
04.2024
Diploma -
Hanford High School
Richland, WA08.2019
Skills
- Creating a positive and organized learning environment to enhance classroom management
- Trained in Guided Language Acquisition Design techniques
- Integrating current technology into lessons to better student engagement (Google Classroom, Canvas, iReady, Microsoft, Launchpad)
- Developing lesson plans that follow curriculum and meet State Standards
Accomplishments
Received invitations to the National Honors Society for academic achievements.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Badger Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024
Substitute Para-Educator
Richland School District
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Life-Skills Para-Educator
Kennewick School District
11.2019 - 06.2023
Nanny
Multiple Families
07.2015 - 09.2019
Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education K-5 -
Western Governors University
Diploma -
Hanford High School
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