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Megan VanGorder
509 Calhoun Street Apt. 15 Radford, VA 24141
(570) 367 - 1254
mvangorder@radford.edu

Skills
Communication skills (child & adult), assessment administration (BDI, AEPS, ELAP, Family
Resources Priorities & Concerns), self-motivation & initiative, time management, organization,
creativity, problem-solving, technology (Word & Excel).

Experience
November 2015 - PRESENT
Grove Methodist Church - Nursery Employee

Provides a developmentally appropriate, nurturing and supportive environment for

children ages birth-6.
Guides play and social interactions among young children of varying ability levels
and special needs.

September 2015 - PRESENT

Little Lambs Christian Day School & Academy, Radford VA - Assistant
Teacher

Provides a developmentally appropriate, nurturing and supportive environment for

children ages infancy-12.
Implements lessons with differentiated instruction for children of varying ages and
ability levels.
Guides child-directed play and natural learning experiences throughout the day to
increase child learning and academic/social skills.
Changes diapers, assists with feeding/mealtimes and naptimes.

January 2017 - May 2017

Auburn Elementary School, Riner VA - Student Intern/Student Teacher

Planned and implemented lessons with differentiated instruction for students with
varying ability levels (part time and full time).
Implemented classroom management and behavioral supports for students.
Administered PALS assessments.
Conducted/created a Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavioral
Intervention Plan.
Created and implemented assessment tools in the classroom.
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October 2016 - December 2016

New River Valley Community Services, Blacksburg VA - Early
Intervention Student Intern

Visited young children with delays/disabilities in their natural environments to

provide early intervention based on goals taken from an IFSP.
Provided cognitive, social-emotional, and physical intervention and therapies.
Communicated with families about their childs delays/disabilities, goals, and
progress.
Assisted with administration of the E-LAP tool to determine eligibility for early
intervention.
Attended eligibility meeting for a child transitioning from early intervention to
school system.
Created homemade materials for children with diagnosed disabilities.
Collected data and created an Instructional Plan for a child with Autism.

January 2016 - May 2016

Riverlawn Elementary School, Fairlawn VA - Student Intern

Assisted with planning/implementing lessons, classroom management, and daily

transitions in a Virginia Preschool Initiative classroom.

September 2015 - December 2015

Rainbow Riders Child Care Center, Blacksburg VA - Student Intern

Guided young children (2 years old) through cooperative play and social
interactions.
Assisted with snack time and special activities (art and music).
Provided children with a nurturing and enjoyable environment.

September 2015 - April 2016

Wesley Foundation, Radford VA - Tutor

Tutored at-risk kindergarten and first grade students after school.

Assisted with homework and subject areas the child was struggling with.
Acted as a role model and support system for young children.

Education
August 2014 - May 2017
Radford University, Radford VA - Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies
(early childhood education / early childhood special education)
August 2013 - May 2014
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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Certifications & Professional Organizations

CPR/AED/First Aid
Virginia State Reading Association member
New River Valley Reading Council member
Virginia Society for Technology in Education member

Professional Development & Workshops

Radford University Interprofessional Education and Practice Symposium
New River Valley and Roanoke Valley Reading Council: Whats in Your Tool Box?
Using Assessment to Make Meaningful Decisions about Teaching and Learning
The ABCs of Movement
Integrated Training: Do You Hear What I Hear?
Engaging Digital Citizenship Training
Early Intervention Online Training Modules
SimSchool Research Participant