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
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
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
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
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
- English as a Second Language Certification
- Texas Standard Core Subjects Certificate, EC-6
- New Mexico Standard Core Subject Certificate, EC-3
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