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Megan Switzer

Damascus,MD

Summary

A passionate and committed first year teacher.

Focused and driven to provide a safe and

progressive classroom environment for all

students, parents, and coworkers. Dedicated to

supporting and accommodating all student

needs. Familiar with evidence based practices

and differentiated learning strategies. Eager to cultivate a positive learning environment where students feel motivated to learn.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Experience Coordinator

Weis Markets Inc
10.2018 - Current
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings to provide customer satisfaction
  • Oversaw cashier transactions and monitored cash levels in registers
  • Strategically scheduled breaks and tasks for optimized store flow and employees satisfaction

Student Intern

Days End Horse Farm Rescue
06.2017 - Current
  • Trained and rode horses across a wide age range and exhibited excellent horse-handling skills.
  • Assist at organized promotional events for the rescue
  • Protected animal health and well-being by keeping areas clean, organized and free of hazards.
  • Daily barn upkeep cleaning

Teacher

Potomac Valley Academy Preschool And Daycare
03.2024 - 07.2024

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Stoneleigh Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with mentor teacher for weekly lesson planning
  • Independently planned and implemented detailed lesson plans with differentiated instruction to meet all learners.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Applied critical thinking skills by intentionally implementing feedback from my mentor teacher and supervisor in future lessons.
  • attended IEP meetings with mentor teacher and discussed differentiated instruction based on students individual needs.

Teacher

Potomac Valley Academy Preschool And Daycare
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers, director, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and expectations.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.



Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Towson University
Baltimore, MD
12.2024

Skills

  • Differentiated learning techniques
  • Organization and long term planning
  • Communications abilities Observational skills
  • Classroom management
  • Collaboration & teamwork
  • Flexibility

Timeline

Teacher

Potomac Valley Academy Preschool And Daycare
03.2024 - 07.2024

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Stoneleigh Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Teacher

Potomac Valley Academy Preschool And Daycare
12.2021 - 12.2022

Customer Experience Coordinator

Weis Markets Inc
10.2018 - Current

Student Intern

Days End Horse Farm Rescue
06.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Towson University
Megan Switzer