Megan Walterscheid
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Talented educator with experience coordinating effective lesson plans and collaborating with administrators. Practical and innovative when crafting classroom lectures, driving discussions and offering one-on-one guidance. Focused and driven educator.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to support students in mastering ELA concepts.
- Collaborated with grade-level teachers to develop instructional strategies for whole-class and small group learning activities.
- Conducted parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and academic needs.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons or discussions.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, including standardized tests.
Long Term Substitute/Instructional Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools, Orange Hunt Elementary School
Springfield, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted teachers in providing instruction to students.
- Provided guidance and support to students during class activities.
- Monitored student behavior, maintained discipline, and provided positive reinforcement.
- Supported special education programs by working one-on-one with students or small groups of students.
Homeschool Educator
Self
Springfield, VA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed individualized lesson plans for each student based on their learning styles, abilities and interests.
- Created stimulating activities to reinforce the instruction of core curriculum topics such as math, science and language arts.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX12-2008
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Peer Collaboration
- Student Motivation
- Teaching Strategies
- Relationship Building
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Effective Communication
- Classroom Management
Affiliations
- Coordinator and Coach for Girls on the Run
- CPR Certified
- YMCA Volunteer Youth Soccer Coach
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy
07.2023 - Current
Long Term Substitute/Instructional Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools, Orange Hunt Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Homeschool Educator
Self
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
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