Meghan Taylor
Durham,NC
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary English Teacher
Granville Central High School
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced students'' reading comprehension skills by incorporating diverse literature selections and engaging activities.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, providing tailored support for individual student needs and objectives.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly, resulting in improved performance.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions to further engage students in the subject matter outside of regular class time.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through newsletters, conferences, and online platforms to keep them informed of their child''s progress.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in committee work and collaborating with other departments on school-wide initiatives.
- Developed strong rapport with students by taking an interest in their lives beyond the classroom, supporting them academically and emotionally.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Facilitated department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Secondary English Teacher
Voyager Academy High School
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Secondary English Teacher
Columbus Career And College Academy
12.2015 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12.2015
Skills
- Adaptive Learning
- Writing instruction
- Individualized Education Plans
- Test Preparation
- Project-based learning
- Educational leadership
- Literary Analysis
- Collaborative learning
- Blended Learning
- Flipped Classroom
- Group Work Facilitation
- Curriculum Implementation
- Faculty Collaboration
- Academic advisement
- Distance Learning
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Online Instruction
- NC Teaching Certification
- AP English Teacher Certification
- Proficient in Google Educator Level 1
- Teacher Training
- Organizational ability
- Smart Classroom Technology
- Academic advising
Timeline
Secondary English Teacher
Granville Central High School
08.2021 - Current
Secondary English Teacher
Voyager Academy High School
08.2017 - 05.2021
Secondary English Teacher
Columbus Career And College Academy
12.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Similar Profiles
Mayra A. Perez FuentesMayra A. Perez Fuentes
Spanish Teacher at Granville Central High SchoolSpanish Teacher at Granville Central High School
Antwain CookAntwain Cook
Head Football Coach at Bartlett Yancey High SchoolHead Football Coach at Bartlett Yancey High School
JoEvelyn HeardJoEvelyn Heard
Educational Consultant / Science at Granville Early College High SchoolEducational Consultant / Science at Granville Early College High School