Megan Kuoha

megan.kuoha@gmail.com | 801-842-2136
http://megankuohateaches.weebly.com/

Summary

I am a Social Studies teacher with a BA in History Teaching and a MS in Curriculum and Instruction. I
have experience teaching both Utah and U.S history classes, as well as AVID. I strive to help teach my
students skills that will help guide them through college and their future careers. I work well with
administrators to support the needs of the students so that they can be successful in my classes and
beyond and cultivate a desire to always continue learning. I am passionate about creating rigorous
curriculum and engaging lessons.

Education

Western Governor’s University – MS, Curriculum and Instruction Summer 2019

University of Utah – BA, History Teaching; Minor: ESL, Disability Studies Spring 2017
Salt Lake Community College – Associate of Science Spring 2011

Experience

Social Studies Teacher – Kennedy Junior High School August 2018 – Present
AVID Teacher – Kennedy Junior High School August 2019 – Present
Student Teacher – Granite Park Junior High August 2016 – June 2017

Certifications

Utah State Office of Education Secondary Education (6-12) (Professional) March 2021 – June 2026
• Endorsements: ESL, history

Skills

• Spanish – Advanced Intermediate

• Swiftly executed creation of a full online curriculum on a digital platform
• Operated on school’s leadership team: focused on improving student’s reading proficiency
• Directed faculty trainings and observations to foster a school-wide growth mindset culture
• Analyzed and collected data and presented findings in faculty trainings
• Motivated students to take accountability for their learning
• Interpreted and implemented state standards to fit the needs of unique learners
• Coached students and their families on how to set goals to commit to college and beyond
• Engaging Curriculum Designer
• Creative Problem Solver
• Emotional Intelligence