Megan Burns

2045 Francis St, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

248-464-9482
Meganburns1102@gmail.com
Education
Alma College, Alma, MI
Bachelor of Arts: Estimated Graduation Year December 2020
Majors: Elementary Education and Social Studies

​Certifications
CPR/First Aid May 2020
Bloodborne Pathogens May 2020
Medicine Administration June 2020
Project WILD November 2019
Question Persuade Refer Suicide Prevention Training August 2018
Safe Zone Training August 2018
Title IX Training August 2018

Teaching Development
Breckenridge Elementary School, Alma, MI ​Fall 2019
Educational Field Placement - 5th grade
Supervising Teacher: Carmen Rodriguez
· Taught and planned a science lesson that covered Michigan Science Standards topics
· Developed a social studies lesson that covered Michigan Social Studies Standards topics
Ithaca North Elementary School, Alma, MI ​Winter 2019
Educational Field Placement - 3rd/4th grade split
Supervising Teacher: Jennifer Foglesong
· Created three language arts lessons focused on guiding reading, close reading, and working with words
· Taught and planned three math lessons based on Common Core Standards
Luce Road Elementary School, Alma, MI, ​Winter 2018
Educational Field Placement – Preschool
Supervising Teacher: Jolene Aylor
· Assisted students during small group stations while they worked on letter identification and fine motor
skills
· Helped manage students’ behavior during playtime
Kigali International Christian School, Kigali, Rwanda Spring 2017
Educational Field Placement - 3​ grade
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· Supported students during math workshops and independent reading

· Assisted with grading English papers
Work Experience
Site Director for YRiders Biking Camp ​May-August 2020
YMCA of Northern Colorado (NOCO), Boulder, CO
● Created activities and a weekly schedule for the NOCO YMCA’s biking camp for ages 5-11
● Facilitated and planned daily field trips around the Boulder area
● Communicated with parents about covid policies, daily schedules, concerns, and campers’ needs
Alma College Union Board Head of Staff January 2017 – March 2020
Alma College Student Life Office, Alma, MI
· Collaborate with staff members to plan and promote events for Alma College students
· Assist in running and preparing events for First Year Student Orientation
· Participated in hiring 17 staff members by interviewing and delivering feedback on candidates
· Attended the National Association for Campus Activities Conference 2019
Camp Counselor May 2018 – August 2019 (Seasonal)
Camp Westminster on Higgins Lake, Roscommon, MI
· Created an engaging and safe environment for children with diverse backgrounds
· Instructed archery lessons based on safety and practice for children ranging in age and experience
· Planned and taught a two-week climbing camp that included a three-day trip to Grand Ledge, MI
· Constructed and ran a nature program that focused on Higgins Lake’s ecosystem
· Facilitated a STEAM program with training and materials received NASA’s Langley Research Center
Rock Wall Monitor ​May 2019 – March 2020
Alma College Climbing Club, Alma, MI
· Welcome, belay, and educate students and community members on rules, techniques, and safety
King-Chavez-Parks First Year Mentor August 2017- April 2019
Alma College Diversity and Inclusion Office, Alma, MI
· Mentor first-year students through academic and social struggles as they transition to college
· Foster relationships with mentees of diverse backgrounds
· Direct mentees to campus resources
Resident Assistant August 2017- April 2018
Alma College Student Life Office, Alma, MI
· Developed a community among 46 residents through planning social and educational hall programs
· Built and maintain trust and confidentiality, while communicating effectively with RA staff and
supervisor about residents’ concerns and needs

Volunteer Experience
Adanu, Hehekope, Ghana ​ May - June 2017
· Taught reading and writing skills in kindergarten through third grade in a rural village
· Created a book drive prior to trip to send around 200+ books to Hehekope
· Incorporated positive reinforcement and games into the classroom