Autism Advocacy - Awareness - Acceptance
Hi, I’m
Gloria L. Patterson BA, MAT, M.Ed
Program Manager
Maryland Heights,MO
Quote
"I'm convinced of this: Good done anywhere is good done everywhere. For a change, start by speaking to people rather than walking by them like they're stones that don't matter. As long as you're breathing, it's never too late to do some good.”
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading, and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Work History
Rosemary Johnson Junior High School
Middle School ELA Teacher
08.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Managed 80+ students per day and class hours. To cover teacher shortage.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
- Verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests evaluated each student's academic skills.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining a safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of students.
- Helped students develop academic, social, and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
Foster and Adoption Care Coalition
Navigation and Support Coordinator
04.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Navigated various care systems, including the Children's Division, Family Court, Schools, Department of Mental Health, Community Mental Health Centers, Vocational Rehabilitation, Mental Health Providers, and community services
- Utilized different software packages to gather and track program outcome data to satisfy the funder or the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition's requirements
- Completed detailed documentation, intake forms, progress notes, activity notes, client service plans, and closing summaries
- Conducted family assessments and comprehending their preferences and opinions is another important task that generally takes 12-18 months
- Examined case files from the Children's Division, therapy notes, psychological and psychiatric evaluations, academic records, DMH plan, BJC, and Hopewell case notes, and behavior plans is necessary to address the client's needs.
- Worked with other departmental staff to answer questions and resolve problems.
- Maintained and verified the accuracy of records and generated miscellaneous reports.
- Coordinated meetings and events for internal and external groups.
Boys Hope Girls Hope
College and Community Program Manager
06.2017 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Developed College and Career Readiness Curriculum for implementation in various school districts serving over 100+ underserved and underrepresented students annually across multiple school districts throughout Greater Metro Area
- Responsible for hiring and training employees as needed, collecting and interpreting data and academic program requirements, and assessing program effectiveness to make necessary changes
- Monitored policies, procedures, and all programs metrics for students, staff and programming efficiency.
- Facilitated partnerships with communities to boost project awareness and manage programs from initial concept to completion
- Monitored program performance, gather data, and draft reports to report to Executive Director
- Overseen program budgets to ensure accurate accounting for all expenditures
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students and families both externally and internally.
- Tracked and reported program results to stakeholders to facilitate change management activities.
- Opened and closed locations and monitored changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize program success.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive program improvements.
Ritenour Adult Learning Center
Adult Education Instructor, WIOA Workforce Development Coordinator
11.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Managed small and large groups of students for classroom and off-site instruction.
- Developed vocational training program curricula and objectives.
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Employed a variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Increased class numbers by 50% through referrals and word of mouth.
- Created advanced job placement training focusing on promotions, career changes, and career advancement.
- Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.
- Developed detailed daily lesson plans for activities.
- Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
Education
UMSL
Masters from Education Psychology
12.2017
University Overview
Purdue University Global
Masters from Teaching
05.2015
University Overview
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration and Management
05.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Program Development
- Staff Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Leadership
- Program Management
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Management
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Employee Motivation
- Organized Leadership
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Time Management
- Teacher Support
- Team Collaboration
- Response to Intervention Understanding
- Verbal and Written Communication
- IEP Familiarity
- Social Behaviors
- Community Organization
- Different Learning Styles
- Model Positive Behaviors
- Google Drive
- Engage Students
- Social Perceptiveness
- Public Speaking Expertise
- Autism Spectrum Awareness
- Independent Thinking
- School District Guidelines Comprehension
- Remote Assistance
- Positive Learning Environment
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Support Networks
- Program Development
- Behavior Modification
- Individual Education Plan Expertise
- Project Planning
- Expense Reports
- Staff Retention
- Client Rapport-Building
- Workflow Planning
- Timely Project Completion
- Project Deadlines
- Forecasting
- Financial Management
- Business Planning
- Contract Management
- Business Administration
- Processes and Procedures
- Training and Development
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Google Docs
- Morale Improvements
- Mentoring
- Negotiation
Availability
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Certification
- DTP Training
- Autism Awareness Specialist
- Mental Health First Aid Trained
- Trauma-Informed Trained Educator
Interests
Empowering others to be their best self
Promote Diversification and Inclusion
Close the Educational Gap for Underserved Youth
Working to Eliminate Food Insecurities
Promoting Mental Health and Wellness in Poverty Stricken Community
Timeline
Middle School ELA Teacher
Rosemary Johnson Junior High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
Navigation and Support Coordinator
Foster and Adoption Care Coalition
04.2020 - 08.2021
College and Community Program Manager
Boys Hope Girls Hope
06.2017 - 09.2019
Adult Education Instructor, WIOA Workforce Development Coordinator
Ritenour Adult Learning Center
11.2014 - 01.2018
UMSL
Masters from Education Psychology
Purdue University Global
Masters from Teaching
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration and Management
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