Meagan Blanchard
Breaux Bridge
Summary
Professional educator with significant knowledge of both Social Studies and the state curriculum with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing critical thinking through project-based learning at Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy. I excel in collaborative learning environments and am committed to professional development and effective communication both with peers and parents to foster a community of learning for my student's success.
I'm an experienced Social Studies teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. The most important thing to me is that I generate student awareness of rights, liberties, and responsibilities as citizens. I've explained concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics, and current events. I've also developed lesson plans beyond what is provided by the state to ensure my students are prepared for the next.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Charter Schools U.S.A. (LRCA)
05.2024 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet State Standards.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Guided learning process toward the achievement of social studies curriculum goals and established clear objectives for lessons, assignments, and projects.
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating debate activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of multimedia resources, such as videos and interactive websites.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout the year.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and supported a positive educational environment for student learning.
- Selected and requested appropriate books and instructional materials to optimize social studies classes.
- Organized field trips and guest speaker events to enhance students'' understanding of social studies topics beyond the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lessons that connected social studies content with other subjects.
- Established and maintained standards of appropriate student behavior and discipline to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to foster a supportive learning environment for each student.
- Maintained a positive classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior policies.
5th Grade W.I.N. Teacher
Charter Schools U.S.A. (LRCA)
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Piloted a new class to meet students where their individual needs were, and grow them in multiple subject areas.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Response to Intervention Specialist
St. Martin Parish School Board
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Streamlined the intervention process by developing and implementing efficient systems for tracking student data, progress monitoring, and documentation.
- Coordinated with other professionals such as general education classroom teachers to address comprehensive student needs.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2023
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Project-based learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Verbal and written communication
- Social studies
- Multitasking Abilities
- Instructional planning
Certification
- Certified Louisiana Teacher Grades K-8- Louisiana Department of Education
Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy New Educator of the Year for 2023-2024
I was awarded the New Educator of the Year at Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy for the 2023-2024 school year.
Languages
English
Timeline
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Charter Schools U.S.A. (LRCA)
05.2024 - Current
5th Grade W.I.N. Teacher
Charter Schools U.S.A. (LRCA)
05.2023 - 05.2024
Response to Intervention Specialist
St. Martin Parish School Board
01.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Similar Profiles
Nathalie SerranoNathalie Serrano
Instructional Aide at Charter School's U.S.A.Instructional Aide at Charter School's U.S.A.
Paul Arrey MbehPaul Arrey Mbeh
INCLUSION TEAM/SEN Intervention Assistant at BLOOM CHARTER SCHOOLS (AL REEF CHARTER SCHOOLINCLUSION TEAM/SEN Intervention Assistant at BLOOM CHARTER SCHOOLS (AL REEF CHARTER SCHOOL
Jameskia Jamal HenryJameskia Jamal Henry
Teacher, Linwood Public Charter School at Linwood Public Charter SchoolsTeacher, Linwood Public Charter School at Linwood Public Charter Schools