Dynamic educational leader with a strong focus on student recruitment and school development. Recognized for fostering academic excellence and innovation, with a proven track record in admissions management and enhancing school culture. Proficient in collaborative problem-solving and public speaking, committed to driving continuous improvement.
Hi, I’m
MEGHAN E. WALDECK
Park Ridge,IL
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
St. Paul of the Cross SchoolPark Ridge, USA
Director of Admissions
06.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Recruited new students, evaluated their potential, and managed the complete admissions process.
- Directed New Family Welcome Committee to facilitate mentorship arrangements.
- Streamlined data management for student enrollment procedures.
- Directed tours and facilitated presentations.
- Developed comprehensive marketing materials.
- Developed initiatives enhancing school culture.
St. Paul of the Cross SchoolPark Ridge, USA
Director of Early Childhood
08.2016 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Evaluated teaching methods and offered joint recommendations for improving student outcomes.
- Led and motivated educators at workshops.
- Facilitate administrative tasks for educators and young learners.
- Demonstrated expertise in curriculum analysis, professional development planning, and budget management.
- Guided educators in evaluating assessment data to establish student objectives.
North Shore Country Day SchoolWinnetka, USA
Reading and Learning Specialist
08.2015 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Provide leadership, coordination, collaboration, and innovation in reading curriculum and instruction
- Teach guided reading groups in grades K-3 and provide ELA for 4th-6th
- Model best practices in literacy instruction and provide professional development training in the areas of assessment and continuum of literacy learning and instruction
- Specialized knowledge of assessments that is vital for developing, implementing and evaluating the literacy program, and in designing instruction for individual students
- Ability to modify instructional plans and promote alternative goals and strategies when necessary especially in relation to assessment results
- Support students with different learning styles by providing intervention and remediation one-on-one or in small groups to give students intensive support that meets their individual needs
- Specialized knowledge with the evaluation process and analyzing the reports to share the needed in-school accommodations with teachers
- Support teachers in their efforts to advance students with different learning needs
- Attend all meetings for students receiving instructional support
- Use formative and summative assessments and document student progress and achievement
- Communicate frequently with parents, teachers and outside diagnostics
- Order, sort, and distribute all standardized testing materials
- Prepare materials for scoring and ship completed standardized tests
St. Josaphat SchoolChicago, USA
Reading Specialist
08.2011 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Provided leadership, coordination, collaboration, and innovation in reading curriculum and instruction for grades K-4
- Specialized knowledge of assessment and diagnosis that is vital for developing, implementing and evaluating the literacy program, and in designing instruction for individual students
- Developed and implemented a remediation plan for struggling readers
- Modified instructional plans and promoted alternative goals and strategies when necessary especially in relation to assessment results
- Worked in collaboration with teachers and school psychologist, as well as outside diagnostics, tutors, and speech and language therapists in order to provide an effective reading program
- Administered periodic assessments using Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention, Basic Reading Inventory (BRI), San Diego Assessment of Reading Ability, and Easy CBM for benchmarking and progress monitoring
- Mentored teachers, modeled best practices, and provided professional development in literacy instruction
- Communicated frequently with parents in regards to assessment results, remediation and progress
St. Josaphat SchoolChicago, USA
First Grade Teacher
08.2006 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Consistently taught and acted in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the school
- Created instruction that was responsive to the abilities, challenges, learning styles and interests of all students
- Nurtured a child's love of learning by expanding on his/her own inquisitive nature
- Created an enriching classroom environment that fostered learning and encouraged children to develop their own ideas, express their feelings, take risks, make choices, and most of all, grow to be strong, thinking individuals
- Encouraged students to be active participants in learning and explore the joy of learning
- Maintained accurate student records to inform instruction and wrote quarterly narratives in reflection of student progress
- Built professional relationships with parents and communicated regularly
- Experienced in the design of standards-based curriculum
Education
Concordia University
Masters of Education from Reading Specialist Endorsement
01.2012
University Overview
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science from Education, Early Childhood Education
05.2006
University Overview
Studied abroad at Trinity College in Ireland, summer 2004
Skills
- Increased Enrollment by 50%
- Proactively initiated movement to improve school culture, growth and sustainability
- Leadership
- Strategic Fundraising Initiatives
- Communication
- Event planning
- Partnership Development
- Cultivating Family Connections
- Analyzing data
- Collaborative
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking capacity
- Time management
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Illinois Reading Council
- Chicago Area Reading Association
Certification
Illinois Early Childhood Education Certification
Volunteering and Hobbies
Volunteering and Hobbies
- Event Coordinator for Park Ridge Soccer Club
- Run Girl (2006-2012)
- Seventh Grade Basketball Coach
- Fourth Grade Basketball Coach
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year feature in Chicago Social Magazine
- Sheffield Neighborhood Teacher Award
Timeline
Director of Admissions
St. Paul of the Cross School
06.2020 - Current
Director of Early Childhood
St. Paul of the Cross School
08.2016 - 06.2020
Reading and Learning Specialist
North Shore Country Day School
08.2015 - 06.2016
Reading Specialist
St. Josaphat School
08.2011 - 06.2015
First Grade Teacher
St. Josaphat School
08.2006 - 06.2011
Concordia University
Masters of Education from Reading Specialist Endorsement
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science from Education, Early Childhood Education
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