Meghan Farley
Newark,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic Second Grade Teacher brings four years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten and Second Grade
Oakstone Academy
11.2020 - Current
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues
Elderly Caregiver
William T McConnell
01.2015 - 02.2024
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Student Teacher, First Grade
Licking Heights South Elementary
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Organized and implemented lessons in classrooms while following all JFS and ACA rules and regulations
- Ensured safety of children in my class and communicated regularly with their families
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
School Age and Camp Coordinator
Licking County Family YMCA
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Complied with state licensing requirements under direction of program manager.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
- Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Opened and closed facilities and secured building at end of program by locking doors and turning off lights.
- Recorded attendance and contacted parents regarding absent campers.
- Collaborated with HR on hiring and onboarding staff, managing onboarding documents, and payroll oversight.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Safeguarded campers, providing general first aid and distributing medication to children as directed.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
- Planned weekly camp program schedules for sports, field trips and arts and crafts activities.
Oncology Coordinator
The James Cancer Hospital And Solove Research Institute
04.2016 - 09.2017
• Functioned as a liaison between medical teams, patients, and consumers
• Requested and reviewed new patient medical records and demographics information in accordance with specific standards in a timely manner
• Created and managed master clinic schedules to optimize patient flow in clinic
• Maintained organization between multiple clinics
Education
Post Baccalaureate Program - Early Childhood Education
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Health Services Administration
Ohio University
Athens, OH11.2010
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Early Childhood Development
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Student Records Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Modeling
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Kindergarten and Second Grade
Oakstone Academy
11.2020 - Current
Student Teacher, First Grade
Licking Heights South Elementary
01.2020 - 03.2020
Substitute Preschool Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
08.2019 - 01.2020
School Age and Camp Coordinator
Licking County Family YMCA
01.2018 - 03.2019
Oncology Coordinator
The James Cancer Hospital And Solove Research Institute
04.2016 - 09.2017
Elderly Caregiver
William T McConnell
01.2015 - 02.2024
Post Baccalaureate Program - Early Childhood Education
Otterbein University
Bachelor of Arts - Health Services Administration
Ohio University
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