Megan Moyer
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet all students needs. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches. Experienced in teaching multiple grade classroom, including online instruction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher 3rd-5th Grade.
Valley Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught in a multiple-grade classroom 3rd-5th grade
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
Elementary School Teacher, First and Second Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught in a multiple grade classroom
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Elementary School Teacher, 1st-3rd Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught online through the pandemic without any prior training for students grades 1st-3rd and the last month also took over for the Kindergarten teacher.
Preschool Teacher PreK
Valley Christian Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies in Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2023
Early Childhood Director Certificate - Early Childhood Director
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO03.2020
Child Development Associate - CDA
Care Courses School
McLean, VA08.2017
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Safety awareness
- Materials sourcing
- Behavior Management
- Organizational Skills
- Child Development
- Teacher Collaboration
- Elementary Education
- Positive Reinforcement
- Lesson Planning
- Google Classroom
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher 3rd-5th Grade.
Valley Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
Elementary School Teacher, First and Second Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
Elementary School Teacher, 1st-3rd Grade
Valley Christian Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
Preschool Teacher PreK
Valley Christian Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies in Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Early Childhood Director Certificate - Early Childhood Director
Pikes Peak Community College
Child Development Associate - CDA
Care Courses School
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