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Meghan Tworek
St. Louis
Summary
Driven by a passion for fostering student success, I leveraged strategic planning and classroom management at Premier Charter School to enhance student engagement and reduce the need for additional support services. My adeptness in continuous professional development and my collaborative spirit have significantly contributed to creating positive learning environments and achieving notable improvements in student outcomes.
Results-driven educational professional with proven track record in delivering effective intervention strategies. Known for ability to collaborate seamlessly with teams and adapt to evolving needs to support student success. Recognized for excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills, ensuring impactful interventions.
Diligent Social/Emotional Interventionist with solid background in implementing targeted intervention strategies. Adept at guiding individuals through personalized plans to achieve behavioral and academic improvements. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills to foster positive outcomes.
Experienced Behavior Interventionist successful at helping students cope with academic and social stressors. Friendly and adaptable with 17 years in field. Strong member of counseling and educational teams.
Behavior Interventionist familiar with functional behavior assessments, teacher training and compliance. Driven to help teachers intervene early to prevent major social issues and academic delays.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social/Emotional Interventionist
Premier Charter School
08.2020 - Current
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, ensuring timely reporting of progress reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Improved student engagement by implementing targeted intervention strategies and personalized learning plans.
- Enhanced communication between teachers, parents, and support staff by coordinating regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Taught Social/Emotional interventions to individual and small groups.
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in educational interventions and instructional methods.
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Encouraged parental involvement in the education process through consistent updates on student progress, recommendations for at-home support, and invitations to school events.
- Streamlined data collection processes for better tracking of student growth and achievement in intervention programs.
- Served as a liaison between school administrators, teachers, and families regarding intervention services and available resources.
- Reduced the number of students needing additional support services by providing early intervention assistance.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to maintain a focused and productive classroom environment during interventions sessions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify student needs and create tailored intervention plans.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources and guidance on differentiation techniques for diverse learners.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Premier Charter School
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enriching the overall learning experience for students.
- Promoted social-emotional learning by incorporating character education lessons into daily routines and discussions.
- Established high expectations for both academic achievement and behavior, inspiring students to reach their goals while upholding school values.
- Incorporated project-based learning methods, enhancing critical thinking skills and promoting collaboration among classmates.
- Designed differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students were engaged.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- 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.
Kindergarten Teacher
Premier Charter School
08.2009 - 08.2016
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Supported emotional development by teaching and modeling empathy, patience, and communication skills.
- Provided regular feedback to parents on their child's progress and areas for improvement through detailed report cards and parent-teacher conferences.
- Boosted students' understanding of basic math concepts with use of hands-on learning tools and activities.
- Organized field trips to local museums and cultural sites, enhancing students' understanding of their community and wider world.
- Promoted culture of reading and learning by setting up classroom library accessible to all students.
- Cultivated love for reading among students by integrating interactive storytimes into daily routines.
- Enhanced classroom behavior through implementation of positive reinforcement strategy, leading to more conducive learning environment.
- Improved learning with well-prepared lesson plans that cater to various learning styles and needs.
- Encouraged creative expression among students through introduction of weekly art projects.
- Fostered safe and welcoming classroom atmosphere, enabling students to feel valued and heard.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment.
Full Time Substitute
Premier Charter School
12.2008 - 08.2009
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Restaurant Server
Massa's Of Course
07.2004 - 08.2008
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
- Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain positive relationships.
- Boosted overall sales by confidently recommending daily specials and upselling menu items.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and personalized service during busy shifts.
- Managed cash transactions accurately with attention to detail, minimizing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
- Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
- Elevated the guest experience by anticipating their needs proactively throughout their visit.
- Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate preparation and prompt delivery of special dietary requests.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to food safety standards and best practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu offerings, including ingredients and preparation methods to address customer inquiries effectively.
- Increased table turnover rate by efficiently managing orders and ensuring timely delivery of meals.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Service Industry
Sybergs Eating & Drinking
10.2001 - 08.2008
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
12-2008
Skills
- Continuous professional development
- Progress monitoring
- Flexible approach
- Resource navigation
- Teacher collaboration
- Classroom management
- Individualized support
- Strategic planning
- De-escalation techniques
- Organizational skills
- Improvement plans
- Self-care strategies
Accomplishments
- Reduced performance lags by developing strategies that proactively targeted students.
- Oversaw the DESSA intervention program at Premier Charter School.
- Supported 15+ students in need of additional assistance on a weekly or daily basis.
- Increased effectiveness of intervention program by developing key improvement strategies.
Certification
- Bachelors of Science
- Early Childhood Education
Character Award at Premier Charter School
In 2014, I was awarded the Gretta Forester Character Award at Premier Charter School. The award was in recognition of my hard work, devotion to my students and their families. As well as to my colleagues, my professional work ethic, my organizational skills regarding planning and my desire to help mentor the students and teachers around me.
Interests
Timeline
Social/Emotional Interventionist
Premier Charter School
08.2020 - Current
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Premier Charter School
08.2016 - 08.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Premier Charter School
08.2009 - 08.2016
Full Time Substitute
Premier Charter School
12.2008 - 08.2009
Restaurant Server
Massa's Of Course
07.2004 - 08.2008
Service Industry
Sybergs Eating & Drinking
10.2001 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
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