Megan LaBrunda
Apopka,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional with several years of hands-on experience creating fun and interactive learning experiences. Focused on integrating technology alongside traditional teaching methods. Recognized for maintaining safe, loving environment to encourage children to explore and learn. Encouraging, upbeat and motivated to positively impact students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Lakeside United methodist Preschool
Sanford , FL
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
- Observed and documented students' growth and development throughout the year.
- Utilized technology tools such as educational software programs or interactive whiteboards during lessons.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavioral issues or any other concerns they may have had about their child's well-being.
- Mentored new teachers within the program by providing feedback on teaching methods or strategies used in the classroom.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into lesson plans so students could learn more about different cultures around the world.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to preschool education standards.
- Integrated music into everyday activities to foster creativity among students.
- Encouraged positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.
Preschool Director/Administrator
Smith Prep Academy
Casselberry , FL
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of preschool.
- Handled admission and placement of new students.
- Coordinated facility operations by establishing logical policies and communicating to staff, teachers and parents.
- Developed preschool curriculums in accordance with regional laws.
- Wrote newsletters and email to communicate monthly activity schedules to parents.
- Mailed parents quarterly educational assessments to show progression.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents on their child's educational growth.
- Created policies and procedures related to curriculum design, student behavior management, safety protocols.
Teacher
The Lighthouse of Winter Garden
Winter Garden, FL
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CDA
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Curriculum Development
- Office Administration
- Hiring Educational Staff
- Childhood Education
- First Aid/CPR
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- 45 hours required for Early Childhood
- CDA in Birth - 5 years old
- Directors Credential
- Good Work Ethic
- People Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Parent communication
- Staff mentoring
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
- Child assessment
- Creative lesson plans
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Lakeside United methodist Preschool
02.2024 - Current
Preschool Director/Administrator
Smith Prep Academy
08.2020 - 11.2023
Teacher
The Lighthouse of Winter Garden
01.2017 - 03.2020
Some College (No Degree) - CDA
Penn Foster College