Megan McArthur
MEBANE,NC
Summary
Children's Leader with 17 years of experience in early childhood development and teaching. Directed and created a preschool managing staff and parent relations to build robust curriculum and lesson plans with biblical worldviews. Worked alongside board members to implement a safe and caring wonder filled environment, putting pre-k through graduating students, parents, and volunteer teachers at ease.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator
Excolo School And TEACH Homeschool Co-op
08.2016 - Current
- Adapts teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Researches and choses appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels for multiple classrooms and teachers.
- Attends textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
- Organizes hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Leads and supports other teachers in their coordinated pre-k ~ high school educational activities to develop students' developmentally appropriate physical, emotional and social growth.
- Researches and chooses appropriate curriculum with biblical worldviews to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Communicates clearly and regularly expectations for students and teachers, checking in regularly to problem solve and assist with personalized solutions.
- Works alongside a team producing vision and direction for a group of dynamic and diverse Christians.
Preschool Director and Teacher
Camp Chestnut Ridge
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Developed educational curricula that promoted development in key behavioral and educational areas.
- Provided training and professional development for teachers.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Preschool Teacher & Assistant Teacher
Bible Church Preschool
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Young Life Leader
Young Life Alaska
Craig, AK
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art With A Minor in History
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK05.2004
High School Diploma -
Glencoe High School
Hillsboro, OR06.1998
Skills
- Social Integration
- Technology Integration
- Instruction Management
- Lesson Planning
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Curriculum Development
- Spiritual Leadership
- Spiritual Instruction
Timeline
Homeschool Educator
Excolo School And TEACH Homeschool Co-op
08.2016 - Current
Preschool Director and Teacher
Camp Chestnut Ridge
06.2014 - 08.2016
Preschool Teacher & Assistant Teacher
Bible Church Preschool
08.2011 - 05.2014
Young Life Leader
Young Life Alaska
05.2004 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art With A Minor in History
University of Alaska Fairbanks
High School Diploma -
Glencoe High School
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