Megan Heath-McLane
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Creative, passionate, goal-oriented team player with 20 years teaching, Educational Technology and Professional Services consulting experience. Proven success record implementing Learning Management and Student Information Systems and other technology services, with school districts and federal agencies. Experienced internal staff and client trainer.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Gifted and Talented Facilitator
Comal Independent School District
New Braunfels, TX
07.2016 - 08.2020
- Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual student success.
- Assessed and monitored student performance within Gifted and Talented population.
- Created and delivered Professional Development.
- Lead and facilitated Technology Leadership Team.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
- Used SeeSaw, Google Apps for Education and Web 2.0 tools to maintain proper documentation of student files, portfolios and records.
Senior Professional Services Consultant
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Boston, MA
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement technology services for school districts and federal government agencies.
- Led implementation of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning software.
- Interfaced with Sales teams and customers to pre-assess client readiness, problem solve and create up-sell Services delivery opportunities.
- Produced high-quality Implementation Methodology documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
Professional Services Consultant
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Boston, MA
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Assisted revamp of Implementation processes, resulting in dramatic improvements in efficiency, quality, and productivity.
- Initiated and refined customer relationships.
- Developed and executed Professional Development content for internal matrix teams and clients.
- Created and presented authentic learning experiences for Professional Services conference and via online courses for over 250 personnel.
- Supported rostering process in order to streamline implementation of digital resources for school districts.
Instructional Technology Facilitator
Comal Independent School District
New Braunfels, TX
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Implemented Learning Management System (LMS), digital curriculum, and Web 2.0 tools.
- Effectively executed best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Designed and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and administration to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Spearheaded and co-taught Technology curriculum for grades K-12.
- Executed 1:1 Mobile Learning teacher initiative.
- Co-authored Comal ISD Technology blog.
- Resolved computer hardware and software issues.
Elementary Education Teacher
Comal Independent School District
New Braunfels, TX
08.2005 - 07.2010
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Communicated with and built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2012
Bachelor of Science -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2005
Skills
- Client Assessment and Retention
- Advanced skills in Mac, PC, Mobile Learning devices, and Cloud-based platforms; including Google Apps for Education and Web 20 tools
- Learning Management Systems Application
- Professional Development
- Training Materials Preparation
- Methodology Development and Implementation
- Presentation and Communication Skills
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Self-Starter
Timeline
Gifted and Talented Facilitator
Comal Independent School District
07.2016 - 08.2020
Senior Professional Services Consultant
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
06.2014 - 04.2015
Professional Services Consultant
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
06.2013 - 06.2014
Instructional Technology Facilitator
Comal Independent School District
06.2010 - 06.2013
Elementary Education Teacher
Comal Independent School District
08.2005 - 07.2010
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science -
Texas State University
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