Meghan McCann
Golden Valley,MN
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with nine years of teaching expertise seeking a challenging position to inspire and motivate students, foster a positive learning environment, and contribute to the academic success of an educational institution.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Harriet Community School Lower Campus
Minneapolis, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Deliver structured lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and MN State Standards and used data to create, monitor and establish flexible learning plan for each student
- Exercise effective classroom management focused on positive behavior by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Communicate frequently both formally and informally with families and administration about student progress through conferences, emails and monthly MTSS meetings
- In-depth knowledge of phonics instruction methods and best practices working with the U of M doing Functional Phonics
- Skill in creating engaging and age-appropriate phonics materials
- Proficiency in using data to assess effectiveness of phonics and math programs and make data-driven decisions for improvement
After School Program
Lake Harriet Lower
Minneapolis, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Create lessons to engage students in learning
- Support students learning through hands on activities, group work and creative projects
Tutor
Self
Minneapolis, MN
06.2021 - Current
- Enhance student reading, writing and comprehension skills through Orton GIllingham methods by incorporating interactive activities and personalized attention and lessons
Second Grade Teacher
Lake Harriet Community School Lower Campus
Minneapolis, MN
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Planned lessons and assessed students according to district standards in order to prepare for standardized tests.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate and engaging lesson plans for both first and second grades.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and provided timely feedback to parents.
- Organized and participated in school-wide events, including religious celebrations and community service projects.
First and Second Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of The Lake
Mound, MN
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepared students for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented Responsive Classroom methods to help manage improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Education
Master's in Education - Teaching And Learning
St. Mary's
Winona, MN05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN12.2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Strong communication skills
- Collaboration
- Technology integration and Google Platforms
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
Accomplishments
- Active member on the Instructional Leadership and Phonics leadership team
- Kindergarten and Second grade team lead
- Mentored student teacher
- Mentored new teacher on the Kindergarten team
- Led professional development for staff
Professional Development
- Functional Phonics
- Orton Gillingham level 1
- Bridges Math
- Advanced training in Responsive Classroom
- PRESS interventions
- Classroom technology
Timeline
After School Program
Lake Harriet Lower
03.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Lake Harriet Community School Lower Campus
08.2021 - Current
Tutor
Self
06.2021 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Lake Harriet Community School Lower Campus
08.2019 - 06.2021
First and Second Grade Teacher
Our Lady Of The Lake
08.2015 - 06.2019
Master's in Education - Teaching And Learning
St. Mary's
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
St. Catherine University