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Patrick Wright

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Dedicated and knowledgeable historian with a Master’s degree and extensive experience teaching at the college level, seeking an adjunct professor position to engage adult learners in a meaningful exploration of historical events and their contemporary relevance. Committed to academic excellence and inclusive education, with a strong background in delivering engaging instruction through online, hybrid, and in-person formats. Skilled in fostering critical thinking and discussion in diverse adult education environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School AP History Teacher

Gainesville High School
Gainesville, FL
08.2024 - Current
  • Fostered life-long learning capabilities and effective study practices in students to prepare each for advanced educational opportunities
  • Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
  • Controlled classroom behavior through clearly established etiquette guidelines.
  • Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
  • Designed assessments that measure student understanding of key concepts taught in class.

Dean of Students

Gainesville High School
Gainesville, FL
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
  • Addressed behavioral issues while intervening with students' conflicts.
  • Curated and implemented disciplinary procedures, managed student conduct, and worked with students, families, and staff to address behavioral concerns.
  • Supervising students during unstructured times, such as before and after school, lunch, and passing periods, ensuring student safety and well-being.

Instructional Leader

Gainesville High School
Gainesville , FL
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Developed research assignments to encourage engagement through exploration of history.
  • Engaged parents by providing feedback on student progress in class via email or phone calls.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching history effectively.

Instructional Leader

Manning Center/Alternative Learning Center
Gainesville, FL
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Work as a team member with occupational, physical, and speech/language therapists, and implement recommendations to meet student needs.
  • Plan, prepare, and conduct a variety of learning activities, considering students’ learning styles and special needs, in order to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
  • Develop and implement a Professional Development Plan annually, in accordance with state and district requirements.
  • Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse, and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.

Instructional Leader

Manning Center/Outpost Program
Gainesville , FL
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with Exceptional Student Education Director to revamp Outpost program's academic component.
  • Focused on enhancing student behavior, academic performance, and mastery of 21st century skills.
  • Redirected problematic behaviors using effective social and emotional curriculum strategies.
  • Emphasized reading techniques to improve comprehension and analysis of complex passages.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Nova Southeastern University
Jacksonville, FL
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Human Services Administration

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
06-2008

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment design
  • Instructional materials creation
  • Student engagement
  • Data analysis
  • Discussion facilitation
  • Time management abilities
  • Microsoft office
  • Task prioritization
  • Multimedia presentations

Certification

  • Department of Education Teachers Certification in Social Science

Accomplishments

  • Leading Oratorical Speaker Award- Toastmasters Saint Petersburg

Affiliations

  • Vacation Bible school Instructor

Timeline

High School AP History Teacher

Gainesville High School
08.2024 - Current

Dean of Students

Gainesville High School
08.2023 - 06.2025

Instructional Leader

Gainesville High School
08.2020 - 06.2023

Instructional Leader

Manning Center/Alternative Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2019

Instructional Leader

Manning Center/Outpost Program
08.2016 - 06.2018

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Science - Business Human Services Administration

Saint Leo University

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