Megan Timko
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced educator with a passion for collaboration, adaptability, and growth. As Lead Kindergarten Teacher, guided students and staff through engaging learning experiences while streamlining classroom operations and mentoring fellow educators. Skilled in fostering efficient, structured environments that support both individual success and broader educational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
St James the Less Catholic School
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and implement lessons aligned with Ohio Standards of Learning across core subjects.
- Lead whole-group and small-group instruction in math, science, social studies, phonics, writing, reading, and religion.
Pre-K Lead Teacher
St Mary Magdelene Catholic School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Designed and delivered lessons for 3-4 based on Ohio Standards of Learning.
- Implemented hands-on activities to enhance learning in math, science, social studies, and phonics.
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Georgian Heights Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Taught reading and math lessons aligned with ODE standards to prepare students for the third-grade reading guarantee.
- Provided differentiated instruction for students with varied reading and math proficiency levels.
Prek Field Placement
Franklin County Family Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Led whole-group lessons on alphabet letters and phonics.
- Supported student reading comprehension with open-ended questions and interactive discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus06-2017
Scrum Certification -
Think Louder
01.2025
Bachelor of Science - English As A Second Language
Notre Dame University
Notre Dame, IN05-2022
Skills
- Teaching
- Scrum Methodology
- Data Analysis
- Lesson planning
- Childcare needs
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Lesson development
- Staff development
- Training and mentoring
- Differentiated instruction
- Subject matter expertise
- Curricula development
- Teacher training
Accomplishments
Consistently helped students show 2 years growth based on STAR Early Literacy Assessment.
Timeline
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
St James the Less Catholic School
01.2018 - Current
Pre-K Lead Teacher
St Mary Magdelene Catholic School
01.2017 - 01.2018
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Georgian Heights Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Prek Field Placement
Franklin County Family Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The Ohio State University
Scrum Certification -
Think Louder
Bachelor of Science - English As A Second Language
Notre Dame University
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