Megan Knudson
Edmond,OK
Summary
Dynamic English Teacher and Team Lead, recognized as Teacher of the Year, with 7 years of experience specializing in reading comprehension and writing. Committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment through classroom management, lesson design, strong relationships, and collaboration with colleagues while using data to close learning gaps and promote student growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
7th and 8th Grade ELA Teacher
Harding Charter Preparatory Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Creates differentiated ELA lessons that produce measurable academic growth for 7th and 8th graders
- Collaborates with colleagues to discuss and implement data-driven interventions to improve student performance
- Develops curriculum maps aligned to state standards to ensure standards coverage and pacing
- Establishes strong relationships with students and communicates proactively with parents
7th Grade Writing Teacher
KIPP OKC College Prep
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Guided 7th grade writers through targeted lesson plans that produced measurable skill gains in writing fluency
- Created a supportive classroom culture that increased student participation and sustained engagement
- Implemented classroom management routines that reduced disruptions and fostered a positive learning environment
6th Grade Reading Teacher
KIPP OKC College Prep
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Designed and delivered 6th grade reading lessons that increased student engagement with varied instructional strategies
- Collaborated with colleagues to establish an inclusive classroom culture and improve interdisciplinary support
- Created targeted assessments that increased reading comprehension and critical thinking
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Norman, OK01-2019
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2010
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Design
- Student Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Teaching strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Project-based learning
Certification
Alternative Oklahoma Teaching Certificate
Activities And Accomplishments
- Harding Charter Prep Middle School Teacher of the Year, 2025-2026
- HCPMS Yearbook Coordinator, 2023- present
- 7th Grade Team Lead, 2023-2024
- ELA Impact Team Lead, 2024- present
- OFAI Teacher Scholarship Recipient, 2024 & 2025
Timeline
7th and 8th Grade ELA Teacher
Harding Charter Preparatory Middle School
08.2022 - Current
7th Grade Writing Teacher
KIPP OKC College Prep
08.2021 - 07.2022
6th Grade Reading Teacher
KIPP OKC College Prep
07.2019 - 07.2021
Master of Arts - TESOL
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
University of Oklahoma