Megan McCabe
Sheldon,Iowa
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at St. Patrick's School, adept in individualized learning and relationship building. Excelled in enhancing student performance through innovative project-based learning and effective communication. Demonstrated expertise in special needs support and problem-solving, significantly improving academic and social outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
St. Patrick's School
08.2019 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
English Instructor
Northwest Iowa Community College
08.2012 - 05.2018
- Taught English language to adult students in online and in-person community college setting.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Spencer Community Schools
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
After-School Program Manager
Roseville Community Education
09.2003 - 07.2010
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, families, and staff.
- Resolved student and staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Trained employees to meet rigorous standards set by MN Out of School Time guidelines
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources.
- Lesson planned and oversaw implementation of the lessons in various age groups.
- Planned and executed field trips with 50-100 students ages 4-14.
- Helped families handle any issues and mediated between staff and families when needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education in English
University of St. Thomas
Minneapolis, MN05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA05.2003
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Special Needs Support
- Reading Comprehension
- Individualized Learning
- Writing instruction
- Oral communication
- Individualized Instruction
- Problem-solving skills
- Response-to-intervention understanding
- Relationship building with students, co-workers, families
Timeline
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
St. Patrick's School
08.2019 - Current
English Instructor
Northwest Iowa Community College
08.2012 - 05.2018
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Spencer Community Schools
08.2010 - 05.2012
After-School Program Manager
Roseville Community Education
09.2003 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Secondary Education in English
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Briar Cliff University
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