Meghan Piedmont
Monroe
Summary
Passionate elementary school teacher with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher-grade 2 & Kindergarten
Danbury Board of Education
Danbury
08.2014 - Current
- Applied Responsive Classroom approach to improve student engagement, build community and support students
- Implemented Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) curriculum, American Reading Company Core curriculum, Being a Reader curriculum and Illustrative Mathematics curriculum
- Administered Dibels assessment to evaluate students' reading fluency and foundational literacy skills
- Administered iReady Mathematics Diagnostic to assess student performance and inform data-driven instruction
- Established strong relationships and maintained effective communication with parents and students through in-person interactions, email, the ParentSquare App, and phone calls
- Trained in SIPPS intervention
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students including students from diverse backgrounds
- Collaborated through weekly grade level lesson plan meetings
- Administered STAR assessments in Reading and Mathematics to evaluate student proficiency and guide instructional planning
- Attended Teacher's College training sessions in NYC.
Elementary Teacher Grades 2, 4 & 5
Darien Board of Education
Darien
08.2007 - 06.2014
- Implemented Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) curriculum
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Developed strong relationships and communications with parents and students through face-to-face contact, email and phone communication.
- Attended Teacher's College training sessions in NYC
Elementary Teacher-grades 3 & 5
Manchester Board of Education
Manchester
08.2001 - 06.2007
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT01-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05-1998
Skills
- Monitors student progress through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies to meet the specific needs of learners across Tier 1 and Tier 2
- Fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment by promoting collaboration and relationship-building both inside and outside the classroom
- Completed professional development in Responsive Classroom; implements strategies to foster a positive classroom community, improve student behavior, and enhance academic performance
- Completed Hill Literacy Science of Reading Modules, gaining expertise in evidence-based reading instruction strategies to effectively support diverse learners in achieving reading proficiency
Timeline
Elementary Teacher-grade 2 & Kindergarten
Danbury Board of Education
08.2014 - Current
Elementary Teacher Grades 2, 4 & 5
Darien Board of Education
08.2007 - 06.2014
Elementary Teacher-grades 3 & 5
Manchester Board of Education
08.2001 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Education
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Central Connecticut State University
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