Meghann Murtaugh

6810 Antioch Rd. Apt. 158 Merriam, KS 66204 913-972-2769

mlmurtaugh@hotmail.com

Objective
To obtain a position in an environment where I can utilize my creativity and leadership skills to enrich the lives
of others.

Profile
Motivated, personable and organized professional with a college degree and teaching certification. Talent for
working with people of diverse backgrounds in a variety of situations. Able to quickly master technology.
Demonstrated ability to organize projects for groups of people, while using effective and creative solutions to
problems.

Skills Summary

Project Management
Report Preparation
Training

Computer Savvy
Communicating
Multi-tasking

Pro-active
Creativity
Team Building

Professional Experience
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Wyandotte High School, Kansas City, KS 2014- Present

Taught students self-care and enforced positive behavior while assisting with classroom discipline
Adapted curriculum to teach students with Learning Disabilities
Work one-on-one with students in need of special attention
Co-taught subjects like Math, American History, Biology, English and Environmental Science
Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans for caseload
Established and maintained relationships with students, teachers, and other school personnel
Taught students to advocate for themselves as they moved toward academic, social, and career goals

YOUTH DIRECTOR
First Christian Church, Olathe, KS 2013-2014

Led weekly meetings for youth of all ages

Researched and developed curriculum
Managed and trained volunteers
Developed summer program activities
Collaborated with multiple departments to best meet the needs of the youth and their families

PARAPROFESSIONAL
Ray Marsh Elementary School, Shawnee Mission School District 2013-2014

Taught students self-care and enforced positive behavior while assisting with classroom discipline
Work one-on-one with students in need of special attention
Helped teach classroom activities
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans
Utilized guided reading, Differentiated Instruction and Modified Instruction
Wrote and published bi-monthly newsletter
Established and maintained relationships with students, teachers, and other school personnel

Meghann Murtaugh
6810 Antioch Rd. Apt. 158 Merriam, KS 66204 913-972-2769
mlmurtaugh@hotmail.com

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Ministerial Associate- Belton Christian Church, Belton Missouri, 2006-2013

Managed an office of 8 employees providing an positive work environment

Calculated financial contributions
Responsible for integrating Word, Excel and Power Point into weekly mailings and emails to
Collaborated in the design and usage of the church webpage
Designed graphics and art for pamphlets and other printed materials

JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL CAMP DIRECTOR

Tall Oaks Conference Center, 2006-Present

Developed camp curriculum for over 100 high school aged participants
Recruited counselors ranging in age from 22 65 year old
Trained counselors on program policies, small group teaching methods, and use of technology
Supervised and created camp schedules and activities including challenge courses, dances, talent shows

STUDENT TEACHER 9TH GRADE GEOGRAPHY

Belton High School Freshman Center, Belton, Missouri, 2011

Developed and implemented lesson plans by means of technology, discussion and project design
Managed classroom discipline to promote a healthy and productive learning environment.
Communicated with staff and colleagues through Professional Learning Communities

Education
Kansas and Missouri Teaching Certification: Secondary Social Studies Grades 7-12
May 2011, 4.0 GPA
Avila University, Kansas City, Missouri

Bachelor of Arts in Radio, Television and Film

Minor in Photography
May 2003
Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas