Megan Jimerson
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated educational leader with a Master's in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. I seek roles positively impacting student success, teacher development, and school improvement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, General Education, Kindergarten
Harmony School of Science
El Paso, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Harmony Advisory Board
Teach Plus
El Paso, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Served as a liaison between the executive team and shareholders during annual meetings to communicate progress updates effectively.
- Collaborated with fellow board members to identify potential risks and opportunities for district improvement.
- Participated in crafting innovative solutions and offering valuable feedback on these crucial matters.
- Collaborated with peers to create and present policy recommendations to Harmony Public School executive leaders focused on teacher development and support.
Teacher Lead
Harmony School of Science
El Paso, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted Instructional Rounds with school leadership to identify instructional needs.
- Mentored teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current with educational trends.
- Developed and conducted Professional Learning based on campus needs.
District PLC Kinder Lead
Harmony School of Science
El Paso, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Developed professional learning for kindergarten teachers in the district
- Conducted monthly professional learning with teachers across the district
- Analyzed data with the district Instructional Coach.
Campus PLC Kinder Lead
Harmony School of Science
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Developed professional learning for kindergarten teachers on campus
- Conducted biweekly data meetings
- Analyzed grade-level data.
Teacher, General Education, 1st Grade
Valley View Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Student Teacher, General Education, Kindergarten
Tombaugh Elementary
01.2018
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership (Principalship)
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico01.2018
Skills
- Teacher Support
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Curriculum Planning
- Student Advocacy
- Early Childhood Education
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- English as a Second Language Certification
- Texas Standard Core Subjects Certificate, EC-6
- New Mexico Standard Core Subject Certificate, EC-3
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude Graduate, ASU 2024
- Teacher Incentive Allotment Designation, Exemplary Teacher 2023-2024
- Elementary Teacher of the Year 2023/2024
- Teacher Incentive Allotment Designation, Exemplary Teacher 2022-2023
- Elementary Teacher of the Year, Harmony School of Science 2020-2021
- Dean's List, NMSU 2018
Committee Involvement
- Member, Family Engagement Committee (Campus Improvement Plan)
- Member, Data Committee (Campus Improvement Plan)
- Member, Student Learning (Campus Improvement Plan)
References
- Michaelene Sepesy, Principal, Harmony School of Science, El Paso, TX, 79928, 915-500-4193, msepesy@harmonytx.org
- Kathia West, Dean of Academics, Harmony School of Science, El Paso, TX, 79928, 915-500-4193, kwest@harmonytx.org
- Laura Reyes, K-2 Instructional Coach, Harmony School of Science, El Paso, TX, 79928, 915-500-4193, lauraj.reyes@harmonytx.org
Timeline
Harmony Advisory Board
Teach Plus
07.2023 - Current
District PLC Kinder Lead
Harmony School of Science
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Lead
Harmony School of Science
08.2021 - Current
Campus PLC Kinder Lead
Harmony School of Science
08.2020 - 07.2022
Teacher, General Education, Kindergarten
Harmony School of Science
01.2020 - Current
Teacher, General Education, 1st Grade
Valley View Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2019
Student Teacher, General Education, Kindergarten
Tombaugh Elementary
01.2018
Master of Education - Educational Leadership (Principalship)
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
New Mexico State University