Willamette University

Candidates

Megan Bovée

Master of Arts in Teaching

Megan Bovée

Authorizations

Elementary Education, Middle School Education

Endorsements

Basic Mathematics, Middle School Science, Multiple Subjects

Fall Work Sample

Teaching Strengths

  • Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Self-reflecting to improve my teaching
  • Fostering a safe, respectful environment that embraces diversity and allows for collaborative learning
  • Defining clear expectations for both my students and myself, and then sustaining those expectations
  • Organizing, designing and planning lessons that are based on state standards and best practices
  • Providing valuable feedback about student academics to students and their families
  • Integrating literacy across the curriculum
  • Collaborating, planning and communicating with colleagues

Education

  • Willamette University, BA 2010
  • Willamette University, MAT 2012

Teacher Research Topic

How can I identify what motivates my 5th grade students? I chose this topic because if I know what motivates my students, I may be able to find ways to motivate them further. I may be able to balance intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the classroom. As a result, I will be able to more effectively meet my students’ learning needs through differentiated instruction.

Experience

Student Teaching

  • Deer Creek Elementary School, Tigard Tualatin School District, 5th grade

Practicum Teaching

  • Twality Middle School, Tigard Tualatin School District, 6th grade math

Other Classroom / Youth Experience

  • School test coordinator (OAKS tests), Waldo Middle School, Salem Keizer Public Schools, March 2011–June 2011. Supervisor: Principal Tricia Nelson
  • AVID tutor, Waldo Middle School and North Salem High School, Salem Keizer Public Schools, October 2010–April 2011. Supervisor: Letty Brown, Waldo Middle School

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

  • Paul Vaternick, Deer Creek Elementary School, Tigard, Oregon

Practicum Supervisor

University Supervisor