Knotts Resume May 2017

Megan L.
Knotts
18 Highland Avenue, Flourtown, PA 19031
[email protected] 215-350-3909
http://mknottsprofessionallearningportfolio.weebly.com/
Certifications and Training

Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate, Pre-Kindergarten - 4th Grade PPID: 5308917
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Model Training Fall 2016
Education
Drexel University, Accelerated BS/MS Program Philadelphia, PA
-Master of Science with Honors: Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, Pre-K-4th (GPA: 3.7) March 2015
-Bachelor of Science: Dance, Education Concentration (GPA: 3.4) June 2014
Professional Experience
Colonial School District Conshohocken, PA
Conshohocken Elementary, Second Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher Sept. 2016 June 2017
Plan and implement data-driven lessons designed to promote high student achievement across subject areas
Conduct small group intervention, remediation, and enrichment groups in math and literacy to ensure all learners needs are met
Foster positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, school administrators, and staff
Used effective and adaptive classroom management techniques while providing a nurturing classroom environment

Conshohocken Elementary Summer Camp, Second Grade Teacher June 2016 Aug. 2016
Designed targeted lessons developed to continue student academic growth during the summer
Provided rich opportunities for guided literacy and mathematics instruction in small group mini-lessons and centers
Integrated community building routines and activities in order to build a positive learning environment for all students
Conshohocken Elementary, Instructional Aide Feb. 2016 June 2016
Support students and assist teachers in completing instruction and managing student behavior
Provide differentiated literacy and mathematics guided practice and conduct small group intervention for students
Monitor and document student progress focusing on appropriate student development and academic advancement
Selected as a PSSA test administrator and organized 2016 PSSA make-up tests with the School Assessment Coordinator
Substitute Teacher Service Greater Philadelphia, PA
Upper Dublin and Colonial School Districts, Per Diem Substitute Teacher Oct. 2015 Dec. 2015
Assume full responsibility of the classroom ensuring continuity in instruction and student learning
Adhere to primary teachers plans and expectations, while also providing support and modifications as needed
Adapt to diverse classrooms, students and lessons with flexibility and careful attention to student advancement
Quakertown Community School District Quakertown, PA

Pfaff Elementary School, First Grade Student Teacher Jan. 2015 Apr. 2015
Aligned daily lessons to PA Common Core standards with a student-learning target
Planned and taught differentiated math lessons utilizing the Everyday Math Program
Facilitated comprehensive literacy block based off the Journeys Program with differentiated guided reading groups
Caring for Cambodia Bethlehem, PA/ Siem Reap, Cambodia

Lehigh University/CFC Partnership, Education Program Evaluator Aug. 2014 - Dec. 2014
Developed a program evaluation and assessment tools designed to analyze primary school teacher training
Selected as one of six students to travel with Dr. Sothy Eng to conduct data collection and research in Cambodian schools
Analyzed data collected to generate a evaluative report for the Cambodian government and CFC organization detailing
strengths and weaknesses of the program, as well as recommendations for future development
Related Experience
The Dance Centre | Teacher | Skippack, PA Sept. 2014 - Present
Provide high-quality arts and dance instruction for students age six to eighteen
Plan integrated arts curriculum focusing on students 21st century skill development
HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy | Special Education Volunteer | Philadelphia, PA Sept. 2010 - June 2013
Partnered with wheelchair-bound students to help facilitate interaction, movement, and learning
Utilized appropriate scaffolding and support strategies to ensure student success
Presentations
Knotts, Megan & Mazzola, Dawn. Empowering Youth: The Benefits and Possibilities of Dance and Movement: Education and
Therapy. TEDx Solebury School. May 2014.

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Megan L.

Certifications and Training

Colonial School District Conshohocken, PA

Quakertown Community School District Quakertown, PA

Caring for Cambodia Bethlehem, PA/ Siem Reap, Cambodia

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