Megan Kary
Weeki Wachee,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Connections Academy and Pasco County Schools, excelling in curriculum implementation and fostering collaborative learning. Leveraged instructional technology to enhance student engagement and outcomes. Mentored new teachers, demonstrating exceptional leadership and communication skills. Achieved significant improvements in students' verbal and written abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Connections Academy
Tampa, FL
07.2022 - Current
- Delivered online small group instruction for students requiring additional language arts concepts support.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Provided feedback on assignments using constructive criticism techniques.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the English and Language Arts department.
- Helped develop strong verbal and written communication skills by leading students through listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities.
- Assisted in organizing school-wide virtual book clubs.
- Utilized technology to deliver virtual, synchronous, and asynchronous instruction with various resources.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach 8th grade English and Language Arts curriculum.
Grade 6 Intensive Reading Teacher
Pasco County Schools
Spring Hill, FL
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Created an engaging learning environment through the use of technology-based tools, and other interactive resources.
- Attended IEP meetings regularly to provide input on educational goals related to intensive reading objectives.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral, and social skills through class activities.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Assisted students in developing higher-level thinking skills using graphic organizers, text analysis worksheets, and questioning techniques.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while working with colleagues, families, and community partners.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress.
Elementary School Teacher
Pasco County Schools
New Port Richey, FL
08.2009 - 08.2017
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Arranged field trips as tools to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Collaborated with relevant staff members to ensure that all necessary resources were available for the successful completion of tasks.
- Planned, directed, and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN02-2025
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2010
Skills
- Instructional technology
- Group leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Curriculum implementation
- Problem-solving skills
- Individualized instruction
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- Educational Leadership
- English 6-12
- Exceptional Education k-12
- Integrated Curriculum 6-8
- Elementary Education k-6
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Reading k-12
Timeline
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Connections Academy
07.2022 - Current
Grade 6 Intensive Reading Teacher
Pasco County Schools
08.2017 - 07.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Pasco County Schools
08.2009 - 08.2017
- Educational Leadership
- English 6-12
- Exceptional Education k-12
- Integrated Curriculum 6-8
- Elementary Education k-6
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Reading k-12
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
University of South Florida
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