Meghan Duddy
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic educator with over three years of experience serving as a Building Substitute Teacher in an elementary school setting, along with recent experience as a substitute paraprofessional in a first-grade classroom. Experienced in supporting students across grades K–5, implementing lesson plans, facilitating small-group instruction, and fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment. Completed Phase I of the New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey Alternate Route Program and holds a New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
ESS
Toms River
06.2023 - Current
- Deliver instruction and implement lesson plans across grades K–5 in the absence of classroom teachers
- Maintain a positive, safe, and productive classroom environment that supports student learning and engagement
- Facilitated small-group instruction in reading, math, and other content areas, reinforcing classroom learning objectives and boosting student understanding
- Support guided reading groups by assisting students with comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development, and reading strategies
- Adapt instruction and classroom procedures to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and support staff, ensuring continuity of instruction and supporting student success during teacher absences
- Built positive relationships with students, staff, and families, fostering a supportive school community and enhancing student engagement
- Pine Beach Elementary School, Toms River Regional Schools
Substitute Paraprofessional – First Grade Classroom
Pine Beach Elementary School
Toms River
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted with small-group instruction and one-on-one student support in reading and math
- Reinforced lesson objectives through guided practice and individualized student support
- Maintained structured, positive, engaging classroom environment, fostering student participation and focus
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement.
- Assisted in classroom management and student engagement activities, contributing to a collaborative and supportive learning atmosphere.
- Supported instruction and classroom activities in first-grade classroom alongside veteran teacher, enhancing learning experiences for students
Team Leader, Business Services Department
Sigma Plastics
Lyndhurst
12.2012 - 05.2017
- Supervised and trained new employees and team members to enhance team capability and service quality
- Coordinated customer service communications and issue resolution to improve customer satisfaction and retention
- Managed invoicing, pricing updates, and monthly sales reporting to ensure accurate and timely financial documentation
Senior Customer Care Representative
PDI, Inc.
Orangeburg
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Fostered relationships with customers and key accounts to drive loyalty and retention
- Handled high-volume customer service calls and resolved complex inquiries to enhance customer satisfaction
- Delivered technical product and inventory support to customers and sales teams, facilitating informed decision-making
Education
Phase 1 Completed At Ocean County College -
New Pathways To Teaching in New Jersey
Toms River, NJ06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJSkills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Small-Group Instruction
- Guided Reading Support
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Inclusive Learning Environments
- Educational Technology
- Organization and Time Management
- Communication and Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Social-Emotional Learning
Timeline
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
ESS
06.2023 - Current
Substitute Paraprofessional – First Grade Classroom
Pine Beach Elementary School
03.2023 - Current
Team Leader, Business Services Department
Sigma Plastics
12.2012 - 05.2017
Senior Customer Care Representative
PDI, Inc.
09.2010 - 12.2012
Phase 1 Completed At Ocean County College -
New Pathways To Teaching in New Jersey
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing
Ramapo College of New Jersey