Megan E. Carson

abgimt@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: 517-***-****

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Portage, MI 49024

Objective

To obtain a full time Human Resources position that allows me to utilize my

strengths, background and knowledge in education.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Education

Graduation: December 2010

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI

Major: Spanish

GPA: 3.3

Major: English

Study Abroad:

La Universidad de Cantabria

Santander, Spain

June-

July 2009

Certification:

Michigan Provisional Certificate (Highly Qualified)

6-12 English (BA); K-12 Spanish (FF)

Teaching experience

Thomas M. Ryan Intermediate School, Gull Lake Community Schools

Richland, MI

Spanish Teacher August 2011-

present

Instruct and assess all third, fourth, and fifth grade students in Spanish

language, customs, and culture. Implement creative and effective lesson

plans for the elementary age world language learner. Develop engaging and

original course materials for students with varied learning styles, skill

levels, and ages. Implement effective classroom management strategies for

over 600 students.Utilize technology whenever possible to enhance learning

and lessons. Track progress of student achievement. Participate in a

professional learning community with peers.

Paw Paw Middle School, Paw Paw Public Schools

Paw Paw, MI

Long Term Substitute Teacher

April-June 2011

Instructed, assessed, and disciplined sixth, seventh, and eighth grade

Spanish students on a daily basis. Developed and implemented creative and

effective daily lesson plans to promote higher thinking skills in students.

Differentiated instruction for students with various learning styles and

abilities. Utilized technology, including educational software and the

internet, to promote interactive learning. Maintained a safe and positive

learning environment through clear, consistent expectations.

Paw Paw Middle School, Paw Paw Public Schools

Paw Paw, MI

Intern Teacher

September-December 2010

Instructed and assessed eighth grade English students on a daily basis.

Developed creative and effective lesson plans to promote higher thinking

skills in students. Adapted lessons to ensure success in learning for

individual students of all abilities. Applied 'best practice' teaching

philosophies in daily lessons and objectives. Maintained a safe and

positive learning environment through clear, consistent expectations.

Portage Central High School, Portage Public Schools

Portage, MI

Pre-Intern Teacher

January-April 2010

Instructed and observed intermediate Spanish, advanced Spanish, and senior

English courses. Communicated with a mentor teacher openly and effectively

in order to improve best practice teaching skills. Set personal goals for

improvement in content knowledge and instructional practices. Encouraged

and aided students with daily lessons.

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI

English 1000 Instructor

August-December 2009

Instructed and assessed 16 college freshmen in a remedial English course:

English 1000 - The Writing Process. Instilled student knowledge and

confidence in writing. Developed and implemented lessons and projects to

teach the essentials and importance of writing and foster higher thinking

skills. Focused on the improvement of individual writing abilities.

Collaborated with a team in developing resources to benefit students.

Additional professional experience

Girls on the Run

Kalamazoo, MI

Coach, Gull Lake Community Schools

March - May 2012

. Led a team of third, fourth and fifth grade girls in the Girls on the Run

Curriculum twice per week.

. Taught lessons promoting healthy lifestyle, positive self image,

confidence and self esteem.

. Created a safe environment for program participants to learn, share

opinions, and be active.

. Communicated necessary information with parents in a timely and effective

manner.

. Led the team in raising funds for a local charity through a community

service project.

Webster's Prime/ Old Burdick's, Greenleaf Hospitality Group

Kalamazoo, MI

Server August

2008-Present

. Effectively communicating with guests to ensure a pleasant experience,

accuracy in requests, and to accurately and effectively convey

information about the establishment and its products.

. Maintaining composure and accuracy in times of high business volume.

. Upholding high professional standards of personal presentation,

appearance, and punctuality.

. Managing multiple tasks and responsibilities at the same time with great

efficiency.

. Self-reflecting and setting goals for continued learning and improvement

in my role.

Academic honors and awards

Western Michigan University Dean's Scholarship: 2006-2010

Western Michigan University Dean's List: 2006, 2010

English 1000 Independent Study: 2010

Dieter Heinecke Institute Study Abroad Scholarship: 2009

Jackson Optimist Club Scholarship: 2006-2008

Napoleon Lions Club Scholarship: 2006-2008

Technology skills

Proficient using Apple Products and Software, Microsoft Windows, Word,

PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Prezi, Pinnacle, Word

Perfect, and Google Apps.

Interests

Reading, Writing, Boating, Water Sports, Travel, Cooking

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