Meghan Hedengren
NEW YORK,New York
Summary
Accomplished Head Preschool Teacher at St. Joseph's of Yorkville, adept in classroom management and motivating students. Enhanced learning through innovative teaching methods, achieving increased student participation in extracurricular activities. Fluent in Italian, excels in team collaboration and critical thinking, significantly improving education outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Preschool Teacher
St. Joseph's of Yorkville
09.2016 - Current
- Continuously improved teaching methods by seeking feedback from students, parents, and colleagues, as well as staying current on the latest research in early childhood education.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities in the classroom.
- Led professional development workshops for staff members on topics such as child development theories, classroom management strategies, and best practices in early childhood education.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, strengths, areas for improvement, and set goals for continued success.
- Enhanced children''s learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive games in lesson plans.
- Assessed student performance regularly through observation, documentation, and portfolio reviews to guide future instruction efforts.
- Organized field trips and special events that enhanced students'' understanding of topics covered in class while making learning fun.
English as a Second Language Teacher
La Scuola New York Guglilemo Marconi
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Able to effectively communicate with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Fluent in Italian enabling effective communication in a bilingual school.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum that implemented effective language instruction for middle school students and high school students.
- Facilitated student preparation for the Italian Tesina, providing guidance and resources to help students successfully research, develop and present their topics in English.
- Assisted students in writing compelling American college application essays , guiding them through the writing process.
Substitute Teacher
Grace Church School
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students in different grade levels.
- Assisted as a long term substitute teacher in the Art Department.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NYBachelor of Arts - English Literature
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CTSkills
- Motivating students
- Critical Thinking
- FLUENT in Italian
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Additional Information
Girl Scout Troop Leader Troop # 3161
St. Joseph's of Yorkville Middle School Running Club
Yearbook Editor La Scuola Guiliemo Marconi
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head Preschool Teacher
St. Joseph's of Yorkville
09.2016 - Current
English as a Second Language Teacher
La Scuola New York Guglilemo Marconi
09.2013 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher
Grace Church School
09.2011 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Education
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Fairfield University
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