Megan Picou
Summary
Experienced education leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student and teacher success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal, K-2
Red River Elementary School
05.2020 - Current
- RRES Social Media and Website Coordinator
- LEAP & Dibels Test Coordinator
- District Technology Team
- District Google Trainer
- K-2 Discipline
- K-5 Curriculum - all contents
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th-12th Grades
Haughton High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- World History, Civics, Law Studies
- PBIS Tier 2 Data Specialist and Check-in/Check-out Coordinator
- PLC Team Technology Leader
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher, Social Studies, 6th & 8th Grade
Haughton Middle School
08.2017 - 05.2020
- World History, Louisiana History
- PBIS Tier 2 Team
- PLC Team Technology Leader
- PLC Handbook Writing Committee
- Camp Buccaneer Coordinator
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th-12th Grades
Caddo Parish Magnet High School
08.2016 - 05.2017
- AP Human Geography, AP European History, World History
- National Honor Society Sponsor & Business Manager
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th & 12th Grade
Southwood High School
08.2010 - 05.2016
- AP Human Geography, World Geography, European History
- AdvancEd Preparation Leader
- Interdisciplinary Team Leader
- Summer Bridge Program Leader
- Teacher, Summer Remediation
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Education
Masters - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Social Studies Education Grades 6-12
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, Louisiana01.2010
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Educational technology
- Training and mentoring
- Classroom management
- Progress monitoring
- Positive learning environment
- Performance evaluations
- Curriculum development
- Team collaboration
- Parent engagement and communication
Accomplishments
- Awarded Teacher of the Year in 2015.
- Established school's social media presence to alert parents and students of critical or time-sensitive information.
- Increased overall student academic performance on LEAP and Dibels standardized assessments.
Certification
- LEADS Evaluation System, 2024
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training, 2021
- PreK-3 CLASS Observer and Trainer Certified
- Certified Google Educator - Level 2
- Advanced Placement European History Summer Institute, 06/01/16, Arlington, Texas
- Advanced Placement Human Geography workshop, 2013, San Antonio, Texas
- Kaagan Cooperative Learning workshop, 2011-2012, Ruston, Louisiana
Leadership Activities And Honors
- LEAP Testing Coordinator
- Red River Parish Resident Technology District Team (2020-2022)
- Haughton High School PBIS Tier 2 Data Specialist and Check-in/Check-out Coordinator (2019-2020)
- Haughton High School Social Studies PLC leader (2019-2020)
- Camp Buccaneer Coordinator (2019)
- Haughton Middle School PLC Handbook Committee (2019)
- PLC Team Technology Leader (2018-present)
- PBIS Tier 2 (2018-present)
- PALS, Bossier Parish (2018)
- Caddo Magnet High National Honor Society Sponsor and Business Manager (2016-2017)
- AdvancED evaluation preparation leader (2016)
- Southwood High School Teacher of the Year (2015-2016)
- Biotechnology Magnet Program Instructor (2011-2016)
- Instructional Team Leader (2010-2016)
- Freshman Class Sponsor (2011-2016)
- Planning Committee, Southwood High School Summer Bridge Program (2012-2013)
- Varsity Cheerleader Sponsor (2011-2012)
- Southwood High School Pep Squad Sponsor (2010-2011)
Timeline
Assistant Principal, K-2
Red River Elementary School
05.2020 - Current
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th-12th Grades
Haughton High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Teacher, Social Studies, 6th & 8th Grade
Haughton Middle School
08.2017 - 05.2020
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th-12th Grades
Caddo Parish Magnet High School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher, Social Studies, 9th & 12th Grade
Southwood High School
08.2010 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Social Studies Education Grades 6-12
Louisiana Tech University
- LEADS Evaluation System, 2024
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training, 2021
- PreK-3 CLASS Observer and Trainer Certified
- Certified Google Educator - Level 2
- Advanced Placement European History Summer Institute, 06/01/16, Arlington, Texas
- Advanced Placement Human Geography workshop, 2013, San Antonio, Texas
- Kaagan Cooperative Learning workshop, 2011-2012, Ruston, Louisiana
Masters - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
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