Megan M.

Paull
9 Clive Hills Rd, Edison NJ
paullm1@tcnj.edu

732-439-4200

OBJECTIVE
Obtain an elementary school teaching position to implement a studentcentered approach
EDUCATION
The College of New Jersey, Ewing NJ
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and English, May 2017
Education Major GPA: 3.86, Overall GPA: 3.69
Kappa Delta Pi Education National Honor Society, November 2015-Present
CERTIFICATIONS
CEAS, English, State of New Jersey, (K-12)
Praxis Exam-- English Language Arts: Content Knowledge, May 2016
CEAS, Early Childhood Education, State of New Jersey
Praxis Exam--Early Childhood Education: January 2016
CEAS, Elementary Education, State of New Jersey
Praxis ExamElementary Education: Multiple Subjects, January 2016
Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Certification, September 2015
SKILLS
Adept at using SmartBoard technology
Experienced at using laptops in the classroom
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
HONORS, LEADERSHIP, AND AFFILIATIONS
Deans List (5 out of 7 semesters)
New Jersey Student Education Association, Fall 2014-Fall 2016
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Senior Student Teaching, Grandview Elementary School, Morrisville PA, Fall
2016
Taught scaffolded math, spelling, reading, writing and social studies
lessons to an inclusive second grade classroom of 24
Differentiated instruction based on the needs of various learners in a
low-income district
Developed a family engagement project to include family participation
in the education of their students and to foster a welcoming class
community
Implemented an authentic writing project to gauge the abilities of the
students and to inform instruction
Maintained a positive classroom environment using positive
reinforcement and encouragement
Junior Field Experience, Lawrenceville Elementary School, Lawrence NJ,
Fall 2015

Cooperated with three classroom teachers to help instruct a

collaborative kindergarten class with 20 general education and
inclusive students
Reinforced a positive classroom community by leading morning
meetings and lessons throughout the practicum experience
Taught differentiated lessons in language arts, math, science and social
studies once a week throughout the semester to engage all students
Developed a differentiation action plan based on the needs of special
groupings and individuals to ensure all needs were met
Utilized assessments to inform instruction and to help all students
achieve goals
Designed and implemented an interactive and engaging two-week unit
on living things utilizing the FOSS kit

Math and Science Practicum, Pace Charter School of Hamilton, Hamilton,

NJ, Spring 2015
Integrated literacy, math, science, and engineering to create engaging
lessons for 5th grade students.
Helped students from an urban setting in whole group, small group and
individual settings
Preschool Practicum, Cranbury Presbyterian Nursery School, Cranbury, NJ,
Spring 2015
Observed a developmentally appropriate preschool classroom of two
year olds every other week
Cooperated with classroom teachers and assisted in fostering a safe
classroom community
Reading and Literature Field Experience, Town Center Elementary
School, West-Windsor/Plainsboro, NJ, Fall 2014
Observed successful teaching strategies in a 2 nd grade classroom of
diverse students
Observed and recorded growth of a student once a week for 8 weeks
throughout the semester to create a child study portfolio
Recorded data and created assessments to gauge students cognitive
abilities
Preschool Aid, John P. Stevens High School Preschool Program, Edison, NJ,
September 2011-June 2012
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Development Versus Disability Workshop (SLP & OT Perspectives), September
2016
Project Learning Tree Workshop, October 2015
Kappa Delta Pi Conference for Aspiring Teachers, February 2015
Classroom Management Workshop
Adventures in Math and Science- Kiddie Lit Across the Curriculum
Workshop
First-Year Teaching Panel

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Summer Camp Counselor, Summer Fun Day Camp, Edison, NJ: Summer
2013-2016
Fostered safe and engaging environment for 2 to 5 year olds to learn
and grow
Cooperated with other counselors to create and implement imaginative
and engaging activities for children
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Alpha Phi Omega National Community Service Fraternity, November 2014-Fall
2015
Habitat for Humanity, Trenton NJ
Mercer Street Friends Food Bank, Trenton, NJ
Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Trenton, NJ