Megan Sedivy
Mankato,,MN
Summary
Energetic professional, driven to promote student learning outcomes through engaging curriculum and innovative teaching techniques. Well-versed in coordinating in-class instruction, activities, and assessments to reinforce core concepts and gauge student comprehension. Attentive to individual student needs and learning styles. Notable for fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Long/Short Term Substitute Teacher, K-5
Mankato Area Public Schools
Mankato, MN
06.2018 - Current
- Provided instruction to students in the absence of a full-time teacher.
- Developed lesson plans and activities that were appropriate for the age group.
- Monitored student behavior and maintained a safe learning environment.
- Participated in professional development training sessions and workshops related to teaching techniques.
- Assessed students' progress through administering formal and informal assessments, assignments, and observation.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and coursework completed by students.
- Communicated with parents regarding student performances and behavioral issues through parent-teacher conferences.
Substitute Teacher, Preschool
Golden Heart Childcare
North Mankato, MN
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided classroom instruction through planned activities in the absence of their primary teacher.
- Maintained effective classroom management strategies of a 1:10 teacher-to-student classroom ratio.
- Tended to the children's physical and emotional needs.
- Corrected behavioral problems and determined appropriate consequences.
- Wrote daily report sheets for each child.
Elementary School Teacher, Second Grade
College Prep Elementary
Saint Paul, MN
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated and developed a Common Core Standards-based curriculum for second grade.
- Created literacy-based lesson plans upon the Benchmark reading/literacy program, Reading A-Z, and Writing A-Z.
- Implemented explicit, comprehension-focused lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal assessments, assignments, and observations.
- Managed and communicated effectively with a classroom paraprofessional.
Elementary Teacher, Second Grade
Tatanka Academy
Minneapolis, MN
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Planned and delivered lessons by using multiple teaching styles to reach each student's individual needs.
- Assessed, monitored, and recorded student progress through a variety of methods.
- Generated and maintained quarterly report cards and an individual ILP for each student.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Integrated technology into the classroom to enhance learning experiences.
- Attended IEP meetings with parents, administrators, counselors, and specialists.
Lead Teacher, Preschool
Jeremiah Program
Saint Paul, MN
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Collaborated and planned monthly theme-based activities that corresponded to the High Scope Framework.
- Introduced children to early learning concepts through hands-on engagement activities such as art, music, movement, math, science, and literacy concepts.
- Maintained a safe and healthy play environment.
- Used appropriate behavior management strategies through monitoring classroom behavior, recognizing, and adapting to problems.
- Helped young mothers and their children with personal responsibilities through family goal planning, with their life skills coach.
- Supervised float teachers and volunteers.
Customer Service Representative
Carlson Craft Social
North Mankato, MN
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Customer Service Representative, Assistant
National Recognition Products
Mankato, MN
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Assisted with customer orders, returns and exchanges of products.
- Updated customer accounts with relevant information such as contact details and purchase history.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization to resolve complex issues quickly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
St. Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05-2011
Skills
- Strong skills in organizing, prioritizing and decision making
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail
- Proficient in computer based skills
- Cheerful personality, able to work professionally with others
- Implement learning through hands on and multimedia instruction
- Formal and Informal assessment administration
- Differentiated Instruction and individualized learning plans
- Experience in early childhood, elementary and ASD classrooms
- Management of paraprofessional staff
- Continuing learning and education
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, Preschool
Golden Heart Childcare
01.2019 - 01.2022
Long/Short Term Substitute Teacher, K-5
Mankato Area Public Schools
06.2018 - Current
Elementary School Teacher, Second Grade
College Prep Elementary
06.2015 - 06.2016
Elementary Teacher, Second Grade
Tatanka Academy
06.2013 - 06.2015
Lead Teacher, Preschool
Jeremiah Program
05.2011 - 05.2013
Customer Service Representative
Carlson Craft Social
08.2007 - 08.2008
Customer Service Representative, Assistant
National Recognition Products
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies
St. Cloud State University
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