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Dr. Phyllis T. Pacilli

Dr. Phyllis T. Pacilli

Boynton Beach,FL

Summary

Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student success and achievement, notably at Boca Raton Community High School where students were awarded #1 in the World in AICE Cambridge University Global Perspectives. Expert in education technology and workshop facilitation. Proven ability to inspire and improve academic performance. Adjunct professor with a passion for education and a commitment to academic excellence. Proficient in curriculum development and classroom instruction. Skilled in fostering an engaging learning environment and conducting impactful research. Dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and the success of students.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
01.2024 - Current
  • Adjunct Professor teaching mathematics methods and content for soon-to-be teachers. Courses taught MAE 4310 and MAE 4350
  • Created and established course content, curriculum and evaluation instruments.
  • Create and teach seminars for teachers who need to pass the State of Florida General Knowledge Mathematics Examination for certification.

Mathematics, AP Research & AICE Global Perspective

Boca Raton Community High School
Boca Raton, FL
08.2024 - Current
  • Design and implement course content teaching students how to develop and write an original research paper for AP Research/Seminar/Capstone and STEM courses.
  • Plan and execute a program to educate students on global issues; Train students in research and presentation skills.
  • Facilitate and motivate students to improve college algebra skills for college level Precalculus course.
  • Motivate, foster skill development, increase presentation skills, organize logistics and mobilize a top 4% in the nation varsity debate team
  • Project facilitator for Science, Engineering, Computer, Mathematics and Engineering project facilitator competition unit
  • Courses Taught: Algebra, Honors Algebra, Geometry, Honors Geometry, Algebra II Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AICE Global Perspectives, AP Research
  • 2021 Students awarded #1 in the World in AICE Cambridge University Global Perspectives
    2016 & 2015 Awarded #1 in the World & #1 in US in AICE Cambridge University Global Perspectives

Mathematics Teacher

Tradewinds Middle School
Greenacres, FL
08.2004 - 08.2006
  • Supervised, directed, trained and guided the math department and after-school program; Consolidated expenditures to maximize efficiency and utilization of resources
  • Staff trainer for math standardized testing who streamlined processes, inspired targeted instruction
  • Taught 8th grade Honors Algebra and Honors Geometry

Mathematics Teacher

Congress Middle School
Boynton Beach, FL
08.2001 - 08.2004
  • Supervised, directed, trained and guided the math department and after-school program; Consolidated expenditures to maximize efficiency and utilization of resources.
  • Staff trainer for math standardized testing, streamlined processes and inspired targeted instruction..
  • Courses taught: Algebra, Geometry, Gifted math.

Mathematics Teacher

Carver Middle School
Delray Beach, FL
08.1999 - 08.2002
  • Supervised, directed, trained and guided the math department; Consolidated expenditures to maximize efficiency and utilization of resources.
  • Courses taught: Algebra, Geometry, Gifted math.

Education

Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05-2010

Master of Arts - Education

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12-1994

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
04-1983

Skills

  • Faculty communication
  • In-class lectures
  • Learning management interfaces
  • Online classes
  • Individualized support
  • Student performance evaluation
  • Education technology
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Lesson development
  • Course curriculum

Accomplishments

School District of Palm Beach County High School Math Textbook Selection Committee

National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA) Honor Society Chapter Advisor and Diamond Level Coach

Lego Education National Advisory Panel

Phi Delta Kappa Teacher of Honor

Palm Beach County High School Math Teacher of the Year and

Boca Raton HS Teacher of the Year

Timeline

Mathematics, AP Research & AICE Global Perspective

Boca Raton Community High School
08.2024 - Current

Florida Atlantic University
01.2024 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Tradewinds Middle School
08.2004 - 08.2006

Mathematics Teacher

Congress Middle School
08.2001 - 08.2004

Mathematics Teacher

Carver Middle School
08.1999 - 08.2002

Ph.D. - Curriculum And Instruction

Florida Atlantic University

Master of Arts - Education

University of North Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication

University of Florida

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