Megan Stern
Teacher
Teaching Philosophy
Statement
I aspire to create a stimulating classroom environment for everyone to take responsible risks, exceed expectations, and practice mindfulness in our community.
Overarching Goals
Life-long Learning
Students work to develop skills that will allow them to continue their learning outside of the classroom.
Community Connection
Place-based education is an important part of connecting to your community. Living in Hawai’i, field trips to local
Teaching Methods
- Differentiated instruction for students at various academic levels.
- Implementation of auditory, kinesthetic, and visual strategies to reinforce concepts.
- Integration of technology for more interactive and engaging lessons that will build skills for 21st century learning.
Assessment
- PBL
- Differentiated Assessment
- Constructive Feedback
- Open Student, Parent, Teacher communication
Certifications and Education
Hawai’i Teacher Standards Board
Provisional Teaching License; 2021-2024
Elementary Education K – 6
Milken Educators of Hawai’i
2022-2023 Teacher of Promise
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Hawai’i Pacific University, Honolulu, HI
Concentration: Instructional Design
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Psychology Minor
Hawai’i Pacific University, Honolulu, HI
Summa Cum Laude
Contact
megan.stern@k12.hi.us