Meghan E. Harper
Tucson,AZ
Summary
To obtain a position in an educational setting where I am able to utilize my teaching skills, build upon my organizational and leadership skills, maximize my ability to become a valuable team member, all while fostering a safe environment for learning to take place.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St. Andrew’s Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2020 - Current
- Help to cultivate and implement a safe and welcoming environment for children where they can use their imagination, have creative play and discover a love of learning.
- Collaborate with other teachers to plan units that aligned with the Arizona Early Learning Standards that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Pursue professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules.
Bookkeeper
Harper Concepts, LLC
08.2017 - 08.2025
- Responsible for all bookkeeping duties including the recording of all financial transactions of the company, reconciling accounts monthly, and processing payroll.
- Maintain open communication with sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure project is completed in a timely manner and to the client’s satisfaction.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations, quarterly and annual tax documents, to ensure accurate representation of company's financial position.
- Develop and maintain organizational system for upcoming, current and completed jobs as well as maintain and updating employee and sub-contractors’ records.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
Teacher
Marana Unified School District, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Responsible for providing a safe and welcoming environment for 28-32 students daily, where the maximum amount of learning could take place
- Communicated daily with fellow teachers to discuss and create lessons that met curriculum standards, incorporated productive group work, focused and guided instruction and independent learning
- Created formative and summative assessments for material taught and utilized the data to adjust teaching
- Differentiated lesson plans to accommodate for the learning differences in all students
- Part of multiple committee’s on campus to help foster a culture of positive behavior through Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as well as a committee dedicated to collecting, compiling, preparing and submitting an application which helped the school receive an A+ rating in 2017
- Communicated with parents weekly to encourage support and involvement during the learning process
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
05.2013 - 12.2014
- Demonstrates the ability to multi-task in a high volume, high pressure environment, while maintaining a positive attitude
- Responsible for serving hundreds of guests on a weekly basis and ensuring food and drink orders are correct
- Frequently act up as manager on duty; responsible for completing opening and closing duties in a timely manner, addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Flowing Wells Immersion Program
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Utilized as a substitute teacher in preschool classrooms as well as K-12
- Overcame challenges quickly by deciding upon an appropriate solution in a timely manner
- Maintains positive relationships with the students, school faculty as well as parents
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Front Desk Agent
Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Processed Guest check-in and check-outs in a timely and efficient manner
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage daily tasks efficiently while maintaining focus on delivering outstanding guest service experiences.
- Printed daily reports and communicated to management any discrepancies
- Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
- Resolved guest issues promptly, resulting in positive feedback and return visits.
Teacher
Community Extensions Program
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Assisted in the efficient set up and break down of the multi-purpose room on a daily basis
- Demonstrated the ability to multi-task in assisting parents, children and school faculty
- Documented the activities and lessons taught to the children daily
Training Tool Developer, Working Lead and New Hire Trainer
Disneyland Resort
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Created, reviewed and edited Operating Guides, Training Guides and Training Tools for various lines of businesses simultaneously while adhering to strict publication deadlines
- Confirmed food was stored, prepared and served in accordance with California State Law to ensure the health and safety of Guests
- Exhibited the ability to think quickly and utilize all resources to find an acceptable solution to Guest and Cast Members concerns
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering exceptional guest service to more than 5,000 Guests daily
- Utilized excellent verbal and written communication skills when dealing with Guests, Cast Members and Management
- Contributed to the SafeD Team by strictly adhering to all workplace safety protocols and guidelines.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona12.2009
Minor - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona12.2008
Associate of Arts Degree -
Pima Community College
Tucson, Arizona05.2006
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher
St. Andrew’s Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2020 - Current
Bookkeeper
Harper Concepts, LLC
08.2017 - 08.2025
Teacher
Marana Unified School District, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary
01.2015 - 05.2017
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Flowing Wells Immersion Program
01.2014 - 05.2014
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
05.2013 - 12.2014
Front Desk Agent
Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain
10.2012 - 05.2013
Teacher
Community Extensions Program
01.2012 - 08.2012
Training Tool Developer, Working Lead and New Hire Trainer
Disneyland Resort
01.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arizona
Minor - Elementary Education
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts Degree -
Pima Community College
Post Baccalaureate - Education
University of Arizona
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