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MEGAN L. THOMPSON
Address:
612 Maple Dr
Morenci, Michigan 49256
(517)270-9700

c_m_l_thompson@yahoo.com

OBJECTIVE:
A passionate, optimistic, creative individual seeking to obtain an Elementary teaching position with the
opportunity help children improve their pre-reading skills as well as become more confident knowledge seeking
individuals in a safe and nurturing environment.
EDUCATION:
Siena Heights University, Adrian, MI
Masters of Science in Education: Reading K-12 (BR)
In progress
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Science in Education, December 2009
GPA:3.7
Major: Elementary Education
Minors: Early Childhood, Mathematics, English
Certification:
Michigan Provisional Certificate (Highly Qualified):
K-5 All Subjects; K-8 All Subjects (self-contained classroom); 6-8 Language Arts; 6-8 Mathematics; Early
Childhood Specialist (ZA)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Great Start Readiness Program, Morenci Area Schools, Morenci, MI
Kindergarten Readiness Teacher, July 2014 to Present
*Helped launch the Great Start Readiness program within Morenci Area Schools.
*Collaborated with Kindergarten teachers in order to carry out a more successful preschool program.
*Collaborated with families, therapists, principals and other educational professionals in order to ensure the best
educational experience for each student.
* Completed all State requirements in order to uphold the integrity of the Great Start Grant within Morenci
Schools.
*Implemented the Creative Curriculum and carried out appropriate interventions based on Teaching Strategies
Gold, and Brigance Assessment findings.
School Readiness Program/Head Start, Adrian Public Schools, Adrian, MI
Preschool Teacher March 2012- June 2014
*Created a positive relationship and environment for each child and parent.
*Planned, executed and monitored progress of interventions to insure that each child succeeded at their highest
potential.
*Collaborated with Physical, Behavior, and Occupational Therapists during Student Assistant team meetings.
* Completed COR (Child Observation Record) assessment on each child through observation and anecdotal
note taking. As well as review of individual student progress data.
*Completed School Readiness Goals to insure each child was well prepared for kindergarten.

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Early Head Start, Adrian Public Schools, Adrian, MI
Infant Teacher Feb 2010 - Dec 2012
*Built a positive relationship with each parent and infant through constant communication.
*Collaborated with co-teacher to create high quality lesson plans based on childrens interests.
*Maintained a safe environment for infants through effective monitoring and hazard prevention.
Cleveland Elementary, Livonia Public Schools, Livonia, MI
First Grade Internship Teacher Aug 2009- Dec 2009
*Engaged 22 first graders in thought provoking lessons by taking into account prior knowledge and experiences
of each student.
*Enhanced student achievement through differentiated instruction incorporating multiple intelligence learning.
*Modified lessons to accommodate students at varying ability levels by working collaboratively with the Title I
teacher.
YWCA, Kalamazoo, MI
Early Childhood Internship Teacher May 2009-July 2009
*Insured the safety of children between the ages of 18 months to two and a half years by keeping a well
maintained classroom with positive classroom management routines.
*Prepared and taught age appropriate lesson plans.
*Created a positive relationship with the children in the classroom as well as each parent or guardian.
Kellogg Elementary, Gull Lake Public Schools, Gull Lake, MI
Kindergarten Pre- Internship Teacher Aug 2007-Dec 2007
*Instructed and Individualized lesson plans for morning and afternoon kindergarten classrooms.
*Effectively corrected behavioral issues among students by using an incentive based behavioral plan.
*Volunteered two additional days per week to maintain positive relationships with students.
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:
Hudson Michigan Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach 2013-2014
YMCA 17u Volleyball Coach January 2014 - Present
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES:
Western Michigan University Visually Impaired Youth Camp
Homework Group October 2009 December 2009
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Kappa Delta Pi, Alpha Lambda Delta, Student Education Association, MEA
HONORS:
Western Michigan University Deans Scholarship
Western Michigan University Deans List
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
CPR- Child, Infant and Adult, First Aid, AED- Child and Adult, Bloodborne pathogens
HOBBIES:
Volleyball, Discus, Scrapbooking

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MEGAN L. THOMPSON
c_m_l_thompson@yahoo.com

Address:
612 Maple Dr
Morenci, Michigan 49256
(517)270-9700

REFERENCES
Chelsea Enriquez
Preschool Teacher
Adrian Public Schools, Head Start
Adrian, Michigan 49221
(507)-766-0703
cenriquez@adrian.k12.mi.us
Marla Twining
Former Co-Teacher
Adrian Public Schools, Head Start
Adrian, Michigan 49221
(517)-605-3364
mtwining@adrian.k12.mi.us
Tamera Winsjansen
Special Education Teacher
Renton Junior High
New Boston, Michigan 48164
(734)-552-5364
winsjansent@huron.k12.mi.us
Belinda Williams
In home Daycare Provider
Morenci, Michigan 49256
(517)-917-4848