Hi, I’m
Paul M. Meng
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing schools into top performers. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving teacher and student performance.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pacific Institute For Reading Excellence
Director
2021.03 - Current (3 years & 6 months)
Job overview
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Drove business expansion by identifying new markets, conducting research, and developing targeted marketing campaigns.
University of Hawai’i at Mānoa
Assistant Professor: Early Literacy, Special Education
2019.08 - Current (5 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
Morningside Teachers’ Academy
Instructor and Consultant
2018.01 - Current (6 years & 8 months)
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
University of Oregon
Research Assistant
2018.02 - 2019.06 (1 year & 4 months)
Job overview
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
University of Oregon
Instructional Technology Specialist
2014.09 - 2017.11 (3 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Organized campus-wide events focused on digital citizenship and internet safety, promoting responsible online behavior among students.
- Collaborated with faculty to design technology-infused lesson plans, resulting in increased student interest and participation.
- Assisted faculty in integrating technology into their curriculum, leading to improved instructional delivery methods.
- Coached faculty on effectively using digital portfolios as a form of assessment that enables a more comprehensive understanding of student progress over time.
- Provided technical support to resolve hardware and software issues for faculty members, minimizing downtime and disruptions in teaching.
School Community Partners
Instructional Coach
2012.09 - 2013.06 (9 months)
Job overview
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Morningside Academy
Teacher
2010.08 - 2012.08 (2 years)
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
The Children’s Village
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
2006.09 - 2010.07 (3 years & 10 months)
Job overview
- Enhanced classroom environments through the development of positive reinforcement systems, promoting self-regulation and accountability among students.
- Served as a liaison between school staff, parents, and community agencies to coordinate support services for students in need of behavioral intervention.
- Mentored new staff members in understanding the principles of applied behavior analysis and its application within the educational setting.
- Delivered presentations at conferences and workshops on the topic of effective behavior management practices within the educational setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans addressing academic, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Wahluke School District
Substitute Teacher
2008.09 - 2009.06 (9 months)
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Wahluke School District
Educational Assistant
2008.06 - 2008.08 (2 months)
Job overview
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Education
University of Oregon , Eugene, OR
Ph.D. from Special Education
01.2019
Central Washington University , Ellensburg, WA
B.A. from Psychology
01.2008
Green River Community College , Auburn, WA
A.A. from General Studies
01.2005
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Staff Development
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Government relations
- Content Development
Accomplishments
- Secured $1.2M in external funding over 5 year period, by succeeding with 5 out of 8 grant and contract proposals (62.5% success rate).
- Collaborated with team of 2 in the development and accreditation of the Reading Interventionist Program.
- Designed and delivered over 60 professional development sessions, resulting in improved performance across targeted areas.
- Achieved 85% response to reading intervention after training local staff across more than a dozen schools.
- Supported more than 100 schools in advancing their implementation of MTSS as measured by the TFI
Honorsandawards
- Hubert V. Everly Endowed Scholar in Education, 2021-2022
- ENLIST Scholar, IES Leadership Training Grant, 2017-2019
- Graduate Student Scholar, Morningside Teachers Academy, 2010
- Marit Thomas Rhoads Fellow, CWU 2009-2010
Timeline
Director
Pacific Institute For Reading Excellence
2021.03 - Current (3 years & 6 months)
Assistant Professor: Early Literacy, Special Education
University of Hawai’i at Mānoa
2019.08 - Current (5 years & 1 month)
Research Assistant
University of Oregon
2018.02 - 2019.06 (1 year & 4 months)
Instructor and Consultant
Morningside Teachers’ Academy
2018.01 - Current (6 years & 8 months)
Instructional Technology Specialist
University of Oregon
2014.09 - 2017.11 (3 years & 2 months)
Instructional Coach
School Community Partners
2012.09 - 2013.06 (9 months)
Teacher
Morningside Academy
2010.08 - 2012.08 (2 years)
Substitute Teacher
Wahluke School District
2008.09 - 2009.06 (9 months)
Educational Assistant
Wahluke School District
2008.06 - 2008.08 (2 months)
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
The Children’s Village
2006.09 - 2010.07 (3 years & 10 months)
University of Oregon
Ph.D. from Special Education
Central Washington University
B.A. from Psychology
Green River Community College
A.A. from General Studies
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