Meghan Charleen Cobb
Jackson,Wyoming
Summary
Experienced in developing and cultivating learning environments which build confidence and enhance knowledge. Strong communication, planning and problem-solving abilities which deliver exceptional education for Birth-3rd grade students. Adept at creating and implementing student-focused practices while promoting student engagement through experiential learning and team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Lower School
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
Jackson, Wyoming
08.2022 - Current
- Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Provide positive and constructive feedback with emphasis on learning to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Identify student needs within Lower School and work with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Facilitate conversations between faculty as well as faculty to parent and parent to administration in order to produce positive and effective relationships.
- Conduct interviews and screenings for potential hiring of substitutes, lead teachers and administrative staff.
- Manage Budget Reports for Lower School Division.
Lower School Lead Teacher (K-3rd)
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
Jackson, Wyoming
08.2022 - Current
- Create a safe and nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Devise lesson plans in alignment with school curriculum standards and create balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Involve parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Encourage creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
- Attend in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Arrange field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Administer tests and assess results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Handle challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
Middle School Assistant Basketball Coach Part Time
Teton County School District
Jackson, Wyoming
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Observed health and safety guidelines and protocols during practice sessions and games to help players avoid injuries.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, and performance principles.
- Communicated with Head Coach areas of growth and strengths of athletes.
PreK Lead Teacher
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
Jackson, Wyoming
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined expectations and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing new classroom projects.
Head Lacrosse Coach
Jackson Hole Lacrosse Club
Jackson, WY
08.2021 - Current
- Guide athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Establish clear benchmarks for performance and monitor individual and team progress.
- Educate athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Consult with executive director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Communicate with coaches, athletes and parents to discuss tournaments, competitions and other important team information.
In-Home Educational Support Specialist (ages 4-9)
Self-Employed
Wilmington, DE
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Structured tutoring environment to promote productivity and comprehension.
- Reinforced classroom learning with additional discussion and specially prepared learning materials.
Lead PreK Teacher
Fairville Friends School
Chadds Ford, PA
08.2018 - 08.2020
Lacrosse Director Part Time
MapleZone Sports Institute
Garnet Valley, PA
08.2020 - 05.2021
Coaching Director/Board Member Part Time
Wilmington Wings Lacrosse Association
Wilmington , DE
09.2018 - 05.2021
High School Lacrosse and Volleyball Coach PartTime
Ursuline Academy/Tower Hill School
Wilmington , DE
03.2017 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
Ursuline Academy
Wilmington, DE
01.2018 - 06.2018
Student Teaching Practicum
Orchard Elementary School
South Burlington, Vermont
09.2017 - 12.2017
Education
Continuing Education - Business Essentials Certificate Program
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (Birth-3rd) (3.72 GPA)
University Of Vermont
12.2017
Initial Standard Teaching License
Birth To Age 8 (or 3rd Grade)
Wyoming Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Mindfulness
- Classroom management
- Effective working with parents
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Transitional Coaching Permit
Affiliations
Leadership Honors
- Student Board Representative for The College of Education and Social Services: 2015-2016
- UVM Women's Lacrosse Captain: 2015-2017
- Selected to represent all UVM student athletes as Student Athlete presenter at Inaugural Opening of Virtue Field
Academic Honors
- Dean's List: 2014-2017
- America East Academic Honor Roll: 2014-2017 and America East Commissioner's Honor Roll: 2016-2017
Athletic Honors
- UVM DI Women's Lacrosse Four Year Letter Winner
Timeline
Head of Lower School
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
08.2022 - Current
Lower School Lead Teacher (K-3rd)
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
08.2022 - Current
Middle School Assistant Basketball Coach Part Time
Teton County School District
10.2021 - 11.2021
PreK Lead Teacher
Mountain Academy-Teton Science Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
Head Lacrosse Coach
Jackson Hole Lacrosse Club
08.2021 - Current
In-Home Educational Support Specialist (ages 4-9)
Self-Employed
08.2020 - 06.2021
Lacrosse Director Part Time
MapleZone Sports Institute
08.2020 - 05.2021
Coaching Director/Board Member Part Time
Wilmington Wings Lacrosse Association
09.2018 - 05.2021
Lead PreK Teacher
Fairville Friends School
08.2018 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher
Ursuline Academy
01.2018 - 06.2018
Student Teaching Practicum
Orchard Elementary School
09.2017 - 12.2017
High School Lacrosse and Volleyball Coach PartTime
Ursuline Academy/Tower Hill School
03.2017 - 05.2021
Continuing Education - Business Essentials Certificate Program
University Of Delaware
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (Birth-3rd) (3.72 GPA)
University Of Vermont
Initial Standard Teaching License
Birth To Age 8 (or 3rd Grade)
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