Megan

Elizabeth
Swanton

Email: swanton.megan@gmail.com
Website: meganswanton.weebly.com
Phone: (303) 919-6634

Education & Certification

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Graduated August 2007
Master of Education & Teacher Licensure Endorsement: Elementary Education Regis University, Denver, CO
Graduated: December 2008
Linguistically Diverse Learner Course University of Colorado Denver
Completed: December 2013
State of Colorado Professional Teacher License, Elementary Education
Expires October 27th, 2016

Professional Experience
SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 3rd and 4th Grade Teacher

Lead mixed-ability (English language learners, Special Education, and High Potential) students using a
variety of instructional methods including I Do/We Do/You Do, guided groups, and whole group lessons.
Plan and implement math lessons using the Investigations math program utilizing Kathy Richardson Math
Perspectives and Common Core practice.
Plan and implement literacy lessons using Reciprocal Reading strategies, Mondo Guided and Shared
Reading program, and Write from the Beginning curriculum using Thinking Maps.
Conduct PARCC testing, Acuity testing, BAS benchmark assessments, DRA2 assessments, and regular
teacher-developed curriculum assessments.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities to plan, implement, and assess student learning based on
the Common Core Standards, grade level power standards and WIDA Standards.
Served on the Positive Behavior Support Committee, the School Wellness Committee, and
as a 5th Block (summer school) teacher

IMAGINE CHARTER SCHOOL AT FIRESTONE, 1st Grade Teacher

August, 2011- Present

August, 2010 June, 2011

Lead 24 mixed-ability first grade students using a variety of instructional methods including guided reading,
learning centers, and instructional games/aids.
Planned and implemented Core Knowledge curriculum, Sadlier-Oxford Math curriculum, Riggs Literacy
program and Houghton-Mifflin Literacy curriculum.
Conducted AIMSweb testing, SAT-10 testing, and regular curriculum testing.
Served as the chairperson for the Positive Character Development Committee.
Served as the Lead Teacher for the first grade team.

Professional Experience (cont.)

IMAGINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT INDIGO RANCH, 1st Grade Teacher

Member, Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society

Recipient, Regis Universitys Golden Apple Award

References
Dawn Erickson
Sixth Avenue Elementary Literacy Instructional Support
drerickson@aps.k12.co.us
303-408-2885

Kimberly Curry
Sixth Avenue Elementary 3rd grade teacher
kacurry@aps.k12.co.us
303-478-6150

Erin Henderson
Sixth Avenue Elementary 4th grade teacher
eahenderson@aps.k12.co.us
303-907-0645

Chelsea Segoviano
Sixth Avenue Elementary 4th grade teacher
cnsegoviano@aps.k12.co.us
303-818-9314

August, 2009 June, 2010

Lead 21 mixed-ability first grade students using a variety of instructional methods including guided reading,
learning centers, and instructional games/aids.
Planned and implemented Core Knowledge curriculum, Saxon Math curriculum, and the Riggs Literacy
program.
Conducted DIEBELs assessments, SAT-10 testing, and regular curriculum testing.
Served on the Academic Task Force and Response to Intervention Team.

Professional Affiliations and Honors

MES