MEGHAN PAESCHKE
Kennewick
Summary
Dedicated and student-centered elementary educator with over a decade of experience teaching primary and intermediate grades. Skilled in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments that support academic growth and social-emotional development. Strong expertise in data analysis, standards-based planning, and using assessment to drive instructional outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Amistad Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Design and implement standards-aligned instruction based on essential standards
- Monitored understanding and adjusted instruction using formative assessments, including exit tickets
- Analyze student data to inform small group instruction and improve learning outcomes
- Facilitated center-based learning, enhancing student independence and engagement
- DiƯerentiate instruction to meet diverse academic and developmental needs
- Foster a positive classroom community focused on collaboration and growth
- Kennewick School District
4th Grade Teacher
Sage Crest Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Planned and delivered instruction aligned to essential standards across content areas
- Utilized data analysis and assessment cycles to inform and enhance instructional decisions
- Designed and implemented exit tickets and formative assessments to track student progress
- Collaborated with PLC teams to analyze student performance data and improve instructional strategies
- Supported students in cultivating critical thinking and problem-solving skills through targeted activities
- Kennewick School District
Kindergarten Teacher
Vista Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Cultivated foundational literacy and numeracy skills through developmentally appropriate practices, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes
- Used ongoing assessment and observational data to guide instruction
- Implemented play-based and structured learning experiences
- Fostered strong home-school communication with families, promoting collaboration and support for student development
- Differentiated instruction to address diverse developmental needs, ensuring all students received tailored support for their growth
- Kennewick School District
Kindergarten Teacher
Finley Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Established nurturing, structured classroom environment fostering early learners' development
- Implemented foundational academic and social skills curriculum enhancing student readiness
- Used early assessment data to guide instruction and intervention
- Partnered with colleagues on school-wide initiatives to improve educational outcomes
- Finley School District
Education
Master in Teaching -
Heritage University
01-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Children's Studies (Early Childhood Education)
Eastern Washington University
01-2009
Skills
- Data analysis and instructional decision-making
- Formative assessments and exit tickets
- Unit planning and curriculum alignment
- Collaboration in professional learning communities
- Data cycles participation
- Guided language acquisition design (GLAD)
- Small group instruction strategies
- Targeted intervention techniques
- Center-based learning implementation
- Classroom management and positive behavior supports
- Differentiated instruction practices
- Inclusive education strategies
- Family and community communication
References
Available upon request
Professional Skills And Leadership
- Data analysis and data-driven instructional decision-making
- Designing and using exit tickets and formative assessments
- Planning units based on essential standards
- Professional Learning Communities (PLC) collaboration and data cycles
- Essential Standards Committee participation and curriculum alignment
- Guided Language Acquisition Design (GLAD) trained
- Small group instruction and targeted intervention strategies
- Center-based learning implementation
- Classroom management and positive behavior supports
- Differentiated instruction and inclusive practices
- Strong family and community communication
Additional Qualifications
- Experience supporting diverse learners, including English Language Learners
- Proficient in integrating technology to enhance instruction
- Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration
- Strong organizational and instructional planning skills
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Amistad Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Sage Crest Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Vista Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Finley Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Master in Teaching -
Heritage University
Bachelor of Arts - Children's Studies (Early Childhood Education)
Eastern Washington University