Meghan Adams
Kenner,LA
Summary
Professional educator with comprehensive experience in curriculum development and classroom management. Known for ability to inspire students and foster collaborative learning environments. Adaptable and reliable team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
St Andrews Cottage
New Orleans, LA
02.2022 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Cashier Team Lead
Canseco's Markets
New Orleans, LA
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
Appointment Coordinator
Zillow Group
Seattle, WA
07.2013 - 06.2020
- Directed telephone calls to appropriate parties.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adjusting schedules quickly in response to last-minute changes or requests from both clients and service providers.
- Regularly reviewed current processes for potential improvements, sharing insights with management for continuous optimization of the work environment.
- Coordinated appointments for multiple departments, ensuring optimal use of resources and time management.
Teacher
Springs Christian Day School
Boiling Springs, SC
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Daycare Owner/Operator
Adams Day Care
Boiling Springs, SC
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
911 Emergency Dispatcher
Broward County Sheriff's Office
Broward County Fla
10.2000 - 08.2008
- Managed multiple communication channels simultaneously, including telephone lines, radio frequencies, and computer-aided dispatch systems for effective coordination among emergency units.
- Maintained high levels of situational awareness during emergency situations, allowing for quick adjustments and accurate updates to responding units as needed.
- Received 911 and non-emergency calls and dispatched calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
Education
CDA - Infant Toddler
Care Course
01.2025
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward Community College
Davie, FL05.1990
High School Diploma -
St Thomas Aquinis High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.1988
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Behavior Modeling
Timeline
Lead Teacher
St Andrews Cottage
02.2022 - Current
Cashier Team Lead
Canseco's Markets
06.2020 - 05.2024
Appointment Coordinator
Zillow Group
07.2013 - 06.2020
Teacher
Springs Christian Day School
07.2010 - 07.2013
Daycare Owner/Operator
Adams Day Care
08.2008 - 08.2010
911 Emergency Dispatcher
Broward County Sheriff's Office
10.2000 - 08.2008
CDA - Infant Toddler
Care Course
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Broward Community College
High School Diploma -
St Thomas Aquinis High School