Dr. Patricia A. Gilkes

• Instruct 9th - 12th grade levels of Algebra 1, Algebra II, Business Math, Financial Math, and Pre-Calculus
• Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
• Use Math curriculum to teach content that may include Algebra, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus and prepare students for collegiate level coursework
• Support students as they solve problems and think critically
• Use the love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students
• Cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates
• Use passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged
• Diligently work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students
• Meet weekly with principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments
• Implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom
• Build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard
• Partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions
• Participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement
• Partner with your grade level or content team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.

• Instruct 9th - 12th grade levels of Algebra 1, Geometry, Business Math, Pre-Calculus and Calculus
• Formulated creative lesson plans and test taking techniques to enhance student learning
• Combined discipline plan and lesson plans resulting in increased concentration, participation, and an environment of student accountability
• Meet with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and maintaining discipline in the classroom
• Developed, administered, and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner
• Motivated students to maximize academic performance
• Worked independently as well as with team members to achieve goals
• Facilitated meetings with parents, students, and faculty
• Filed reports and appropriate paperwork on students, which included assessing student progress
• Conducted daily student evaluations through formative and summative
• Part of the Professional Development Team that planned meetings and educational opportunities for the Teachers and Staff
• Increased student participation and test performance by creating interactive lessons with the aid of Smart board, the internet, Power Point, Elmo, HMH Curriculum, Castle Learning and Khan Academy.

• Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
• Increased pass rate of students from 24% to 36% on state regents’ algebra 1 Common Core exams
• Served as lead advisor for 9th grade class teacher teams.
• Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
• Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.

• Instructed 7th – 12th grade students in all core subject areas throughout the four schools in Valley Stream Central High School District
• Implemented preplanned lesson plans in a stimulating manner which facilitated all styles of learners and promoted active participation
• Kept up-to-date student files and in contact with the classroom teacher regularly
• Maintained a focus and disciplined learning environment, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency
• Collaborated with teachers and administrators to resolve ongoing behavioral issues of students
• Implemented modification strategies and help outline consequences to get students focused on learning., Designed and implemented lesson plans for six classes including 7th and 8th grade Accelerated Math, Algebra and Geometry
• Evaluated and communicated student progress and collaborated with other classroom professionals on a cross curriculum team to discuss individual student needs
• Cultivated an engaging and interesting learning environment which encouraged student questions and class discussions
• Maintained up-to-date subject knowledge and research of new topic areas, resources, and teaching methods
• Utilized computer resources, including educational software and the internet, to promote interactive learning
• Established and maintained a positive relationship with fellow professionals and parents.

· Designed and implemented lesson plans for six classes including 7th and 8th grade Accelerated Math, Algebra and Geometry

· Evaluated and communicated student progress and collaborated with other classroom professionals on a cross curriculum team to discuss individual student needs.

· Cultivated an engaging and interesting learning environment which encouraged student questions and class discussions.

· Maintained up-to-date subject knowledge and research of new topic areas, resources, and teaching methods

· Utilized computer resources, including educational software and the internet, to promote interactive learning

· Established and maintained a positive relationship with fellow professionals and parents.

• Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.