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Meredith Snowden

8011 Ridge Point Dr. Woodway,TX

Summary

Caring and committed educator with 13 years of experience teaching and assisting in academic settings. Faithful Christian with 3 years of work on a church staff and 20 plus years of active volunteer ministry in church settings. Gifted at relationships and team building. Strong work ethic and attentive to details and planning. Loves being outdoors and exploring the wonders of creation.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Midway Independent School District
Woodway , TX
2023.08 - Current
  • Creates and implements grade level lesson plans according to the curriculum provided by Midway ISD.
  • Establishes well-maintained classroom that encourages learning and growth with my students.
  • Provides classroom management and discipline for my students within a positive framework.
  • Collaborates with KIndergarten team and administration during our professional learning community to examine data and look for innovative ways to increase student success.
  • Builds strong relationships with parents and maintains open communication between parents and school.

First Grade Teacher

Midway Independent School District
Woodway , TX
2022.08 - Current
  • Created and implemented grade level lesson plans according to the curriculum provided by Midway ISD.
  • Established a well-maintained classroom that encouraged learning and growth with my students.
  • Provided classroom management and discipline for my students within a positive framework.
  • Collaborated with First grade team and administration during our professional learning community to examine data and look for innovative ways to increase student success.

Kindergarten Teacher

Live Oak Classical School
Waco , TX
2017.07 - 2022.06
  • Created and implemented grade level lesson plans according to the curriculum guidelines provided by Live Oak Classical School.
  • Established a well-maintained classroom that encouraged learning and growth with my students.
  • Provided classroom management and discipline for students positive framework.
  • Completed continuing education trainings to stay current with the most effective tools for teaching Reading (Reading Readiness) and Math (Math in Focus).

Substitute Teacher for Pre-K Students

First Baptist Church of Waco Preschool
Waco , TX
2017.01 - 2017.05
  • Maintained a flexible attitude while assisting in various teaching roles as needed.

1st and 2nd Grade Tutor

Classical Conversations/West Waco Campus
Woodway , TX
2014.08 - 2015.05
  • Planned and implemented lessons to help 1st and 2nd grade homeschooled students learn core subjects (Grammar, History, Math, Latin, Science, Art, and Music History).
  • Created a functional classroom set-up and used visual aides to enhance student engagement.
  • Provided communication and feedback to parents about their student's progress.

Preschool Teacher

First Baptist Church of Waco Preschool
Waco , TX
2011.01 - 2011.11
  • Engaged students while using the "Wee Learn" curriculum which included learning the days of the week, months of the year, letters, and numbers recognition.
  • Maintained an organized classroom that included multiple sensory stations and provided opportunities for engaging play.
  • Planned weekly chapel services and taught weekly Spanish and music lessons.

Preschool Teacher

Highland Baptist Church Child Development Center
Meridian , MS
2009.08 - 2010.06
  • Received training in the "Wee Learn" curriculum and effectively implemented these lessons on a daily basis.
  • Provided a well-maintained classroom with rotating centers for imaginative play.

Ministry Assistant

Truitt Memorial Baptist Church
Pearl , MS
2003.06 - 2006.06
  • Managed the core function of the church office while maintaining a flexible and cheerful attitude.
  • Created church publications, bulletins, calender, and newsletter while effectively communicating outreach opportunities for congregants.
  • Answered the phone and greeted visitors and church members with a joyful presence.
  • Planned and organized mission trips and outreach opportunities.
  • Maintained and organized the church food pantry including accepting donations and distribution food to those in need.

Preschool Teacher

Trinity Baptist Preschool
Pearl , MS
2002.08 - 2003.05
  • Prepared students for Kindergarten using the curriculum provided and implemented a solid phonics curriculum to cultivate phonemic awareness and encourage reading.
  • Planned Christmas program and graduation ceremony with a reception for families.

Student Worker, Biology

William Carey University
Hattiesburg , MS
1997.08 - 2001.05
  • Assisted professors in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences with any task needed while maintaining a professional and flexible attitude.
  • Graded exams and papers for the Biology department and kept a manner of confidentiality and discretion.
  • Proctored exams for professors.
  • Answered the phone and greeted students and faculty with a courteous and professional demeanor.

Education

Standard Teacher Certification for EC-6

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX
08.2021

Instructional Aide Training

Education Service Center Region 12
Waco, TX
05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - English Major/Religion Minor

William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS
06.2001

Skills

  • Creates and Implements Engaging Lesson Plans
  • Uses Positive Discipline and Zones of Regulation
  • Works with Therapists and Instructional Specialists to Ensure Differentiated Instruction for All Learners
  • Communicates with Parents through Weekly Newsletters and Regular Progress Monitoring Reports
  • Mentors Baylor Interns and Collaborates with Kinder Team

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Midway Independent School District
2023.08 - Current

First Grade Teacher

Midway Independent School District
2022.08 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Live Oak Classical School
2017.07 - 2022.06

Substitute Teacher for Pre-K Students

First Baptist Church of Waco Preschool
2017.01 - 2017.05

1st and 2nd Grade Tutor

Classical Conversations/West Waco Campus
2014.08 - 2015.05

Preschool Teacher

First Baptist Church of Waco Preschool
2011.01 - 2011.11

Preschool Teacher

Highland Baptist Church Child Development Center
2009.08 - 2010.06

Ministry Assistant

Truitt Memorial Baptist Church
2003.06 - 2006.06

Preschool Teacher

Trinity Baptist Preschool
2002.08 - 2003.05

Student Worker, Biology

William Carey University
1997.08 - 2001.05

Standard Teacher Certification for EC-6

McLennan Community College

Instructional Aide Training

Education Service Center Region 12

Bachelor of Arts - English Major/Religion Minor

William Carey University
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