Meghan Kuhn
Clifton Park
Summary
Passionate and dedicated professional with a strong commitment to fostering science education and enhancing student achievement. Focus on preparing all students to be college and career ready. Skilled in creating engaging lessons that promote active learning, utilizing expertise in the field to inspire a love for science and empower students to reach their full potential.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Science Teacher
Troy CSD
07.2005 - Current
- Biology and Forensic Science Teacher grades 9-12
- Promoted critical thinking skills amongst students through inquiry-based learning approaches within various scientific disciplines.
- Boosted student achievement by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Contributed to the development of the school''s science curriculum, ensuring alignment with state/national standards and best practices.
- Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting collaboration in support of student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues for cross-curricular projects, resulting in a more cohesive learning experience for students.
- Increased student engagement with creative lesson delivery techniques, including project-based learning and interactive simulations.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current on best practices in secondary science education.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into lessons to create an inclusive learning environment that respected all learners'' backgrounds and experiences.
- Utilized formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions that led to improved student outcomes.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Science Curriculum Leader K-12
Troy City School District
07.2020 - Current
- Identified team weak points with state testing and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees on NYS Required Investigations and assigned duties.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve department-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Assisted with new hire processing and existing training programs.
- Embraced change to adapt within NGSS Science Standards.
- Educated staff on departmental goals to help employees achieve success.
- Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and professional responsibilities.
- Contributed to the development of the school''s science curriculum, ensuring alignment with state/national standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Utilized formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions that led to improved student outcomes.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Capital Region Master Teacher Program
SUNY
09.2019 - 09.2023
- NYS Master Teacher Program Emeritus
- Participate in a minimum of 50 hours of NYSMTP-created programming each program year
- Attend monthly biology PLT meetings - collaboratively learn, investigate and implement best practices
- Attend cohort meetings to engage in high-level content discussions and problem solving, look at recent education research and STEM research, and share best practices
- Attended mini courses to explore new content, applications of content, and pedagogical techniques with a Master Teacher and outside experts
- Assisting in the professional development of other in- or pre-service teachers through mentorship or other activities
- Increased student engagement by integrating innovative teaching methods and multimedia resources into the curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop effective lesson plans, resulting in improved student comprehension and retention.
- Adapted teaching strategies based on individual student needs, differentiating instruction to accommodate various learning styles.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends to enhance instruction quality.
National Honor Society Co-Advisor
Troy High School
09.2014 - Current
- provide leadership and guidance to the chapter, ensuring its activities align with the NHS mission, fostering student growth, and serving as a liaison between students, faculty, administration, and the community.
Tutor & Mentor
518 Elevated
09.2013 - 06.2024
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
Chaperone
Troy High School
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Troy High School Italian Club trip chaperone
Tutor
Troy High School
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Troy High School PAVE Program tutor
Science Teacher
Troy High School
01.2015 - Current
- Troy High School Sunset School science teacher
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Concentration in Biology
Sage Graduate School
Troy05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Russell Sage College
05.2004
Skills
- Proficient in Google Applications
- Educational Software Proficiency
- Collaboration Skills
- Strategic planning
- Teaching diverse learners
- Scientific inquiry
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- NYS Secondary Biology Professional certificate, 02/01/11
- NYS Secondary Biology Initial certificate, 08/01/05
Affiliations
- Science Teachers Association of NYS, 09/01/05-present
- National Science Teachers Association 09/01/05-present
- National Association of Biology Teachers, 01/01/05-present
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute IACUC, 09/01/12-06/30/21
Timeline
Science Curriculum Leader K-12
Troy City School District
07.2020 - Current
Capital Region Master Teacher Program
SUNY
09.2019 - 09.2023
Science Teacher
Troy High School
01.2015 - Current
National Honor Society Co-Advisor
Troy High School
09.2014 - Current
Tutor & Mentor
518 Elevated
09.2013 - 06.2024
Chaperone
Troy High School
01.2013 - 12.2013
Secondary Science Teacher
Troy CSD
07.2005 - Current
Tutor
Troy High School
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Russell Sage College
Master of Arts - Teaching Concentration in Biology
Sage Graduate School
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