Meghan Welsch
Katy,Texas
Summary
Enthusiastic, dedicated, and goal-oriented professional with proven experience in effective communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Dyslexia/ Dysgraphia Teacher and Liaison
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Reading Coach
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.2014 - Current
- Communicated with teachers and students about ways to increase enjoyment of reading material while meeting school curriculum.
- Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
- Communicated student progress to parents and teachers through written progress reports and direct conversations.
- Implemented curriculums to develop subject matter knowledge in pupils.
Reading Interventionist
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Monitored small reading groups comprised of 5-10 students.
- Established positive and engaging classroom environment that was conducive to improving literacy skills.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and discuss reading issues.
- Established clear plans with each student and collaborated closely to achieve targets.
Elementary School Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.1997 - 05.2012
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Education
Education/ Health
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.1997
Skills
- Able to grasp new information quickly
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Motivated team player
- Computer proficient
- Team Collaboration
- Positive Role Model
- Effective time management
- Highly competitive
- Data Management
Timeline
Dyslexia/ Dysgraphia Teacher and Liaison
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2018 - Current
Reading Coach
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2014 - Current
Reading Interventionist
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2012 - 05.2016
Elementary School Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.1997 - 05.2012
Education/ Health
Sam Houston State University