MEGHAN RITZ
Saint Louis Park,MN
Summary
Experienced, reliable, adaptive, and compassionate elementary teacher who is dedicated to the profession of education. Skillful in building student academic and personal growth through setting high standards and nurturing positive relationships.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Nova Classical Academy
Saint Paul, MN
07.2021 - Current
- Created a warm and welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with grade level team, colleagues, support staff, and administration to help support student outcomes and classroom management
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Instructed homeroom students in the subjects of oratory, writing, grammar, spelling, history, science, and literature
- Instructed leveled groupings in Singapore mathematics and direct instruction reading
- Planned lessons according to the school's second-grade curriculum requirements and standards
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine exams and DDI assessments
- Utilized Fastbridge, Stars, and state required MCA's to assess students areas of growth and areas for development
- Tracked and maintained student grades and progress through infinite campus
- Fostered personal growth, behavior expectations, and social development through teaching and modeling of school's core virtues
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families with student's education and school programs
First Grade Teacher
Agamim Classical Academy
Edina, MN
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Instructed homeroom students in the subjects of oratory, penmanship, grammar, art, social studies, science, geography, spelling, literature, and physical education
- Instructed leveled groupings in Saxon mathematics and D.I. reading
- Planned lessons according to the school's first-grade curriculum requirements and standards
- Created lessons and instructional materials for first grade Core Knowledge curriculum
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine exams and assessments
- Fostered personal growth, behavior expectations, and social development through teaching and modeling of school's core virtues
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families with student's education and school programs
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in oratory, grammar, writing, and classical discussions
- Maintained a nurtured, orderly, positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
Special Education Paraeducator
Agamim Classical Academy
Edina, MN
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Supported I.E.P assessments, meetings, and implementation of goals with students, staff, and teachers
- Provided educational support and instruction based on classical models for learning
- Taught level based math, reading, art, spelling, and penmanship groups
- Supported and assessed students behavioral and academic needs
- Maintained grading and assessment data keeping and entry
- Attended professional developmental workshops and seminars to increase knowledge and professional proficiency
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support student accommodations
Substitute Teacher
Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Short-term, on-call, and long-term substitute
- Long-term substitute for Fifth Grade classroom at CBPA for Math and Environmental Science (English Language Arts and Social Studies)
- Implemented curriculum and lesson plans for mathematics, reading, writing, science, social studies, computer, and inquiry
- Collaborated with grade-level team to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies
- Followed classroom plans to continue classroom curriculum and routines
- Completed and documented grading, report cards, and assessments
- Supervised and assisted with organization of field trips, school events, and school programs for students and families
Elementary Paraeducator
Morris Bye Elementary
Coon Rapids , MN
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Taught, and planned instruction for Phys Ed./Prep
- Supported kindergarten, and CB/EBD, classroom
- Assistant taught targeted math intervention support group
- Supported welcome desk clerical duties
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education-Concentration in Psychology
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, N.C.05.2014
Skills
- Professional Development in: PBIS; Crisis Response and Intervention; Autism-Spectrum; ELL; Differentiated Instruction; Mindfulness; Classical Learning Models; State Standards Training; Behavioral Interventions; Multicultural Competency
- Certifications in MCLASS-Reading 3D Assessment; ENVOY Behavior Management
Licensure
Tier 4 Minnesota Educator License in Elementary Education (K-6)
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Nova Classical Academy
07.2021 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Agamim Classical Academy
08.2018 - 06.2021
Special Education Paraeducator
Agamim Classical Academy
08.2016 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
Anoka-Hennepin School District
09.2015 - 06.2016
Elementary Paraeducator
Morris Bye Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education-Concentration in Psychology
Fayetteville State University