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Megan Smithson

Megan Smithson

Cary,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Dedicated Educator with more than 20 years of experience and advanced verbal and written communication skills for the delivery of quality instruction and the creation of positive learning environments. Skilled in best practices for individual student learning. Experienced in the use of technology to supplement traditional classroom delivery.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten and Third Grade Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
07.2015 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Alexandria City Public Schools
08.2008 - 06.2015

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

Prince George's Public Schools
10.2002 - 06.2008
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum, and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
  • Supported students' physical, mental, and social development using classroom lessons, games, and activities.
  • Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
  • Presented Professional Development presentations for teachers and parents for groups of 5 to 30.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
06.2023

No Degree - Teaching Certification

Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC
06.2003

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA
12.2001

Skills

  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Early Reading
  • Teacher Support
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Delegation Skills
  • Parent Communication
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Technical and Computer Proficiency
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Collaborates Well with Others
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Hybrid and Remote Working

Additional Information

WCPSS Mentor Teacher

Grade Level Chair/Team Lead

LETRS trained

Experience with EL Education Curriculum

Experience with Letterland Curriculum

Experience with Core Knowledge Curriculum

Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority

Delta Chi Chapter President

Timeline

Kindergarten and Third Grade Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
07.2015 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Alexandria City Public Schools
08.2008 - 06.2015

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

Prince George's Public Schools
10.2002 - 06.2008

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Appalachian State University

No Degree - Teaching Certification

Trinity Washington University

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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