Kenneth Patterson
Houston,TX
Summary
I'm a passionate educator with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide ranges of learners. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. I'm an inspiring coach built to bring extensive experience, leading and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential, as student-athletes and world-class citizens.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 6 Math Certified NES Teacher - Fleming MS
Houston Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitates teaching and learning processes within a positive environment for students to acquire the mathematical knowledge, skill and attitude necessary for mastery and understanding of the TEKS in preparation for NWEA Map & STAAR.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunities for success.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Assistant Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach & JV Girls' Head Basketball Coach
Wheatley HS
11.2023 - Current
- Helped lead JV Lady Wildcats to a 14-6 overall record and a remarkable 14-0 district record to earn district championship honors.
- Outscored opponents by an average of 10+ points during 14 game winning streak.
- Promoted a strong work ethic within the team through various conditioning programs and training sessions.
- Enhanced player performance by consistently providing constructive feedback and individualized coaching.
- Contributed to an overall positive team culture by consistently demonstrating professionalism and a positive attitude throughout practices, games, and off-court interactions with players.
- Assisted head coach in making crucial in-game adjustments based on opponent strategies, leading to more successful outcomes for the team.
Assistant Head Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator & Wide Receivers' Coach)
Fleming MS
08.2023 - Current
- Helped lead Vikings to undefeated record, en route to earning district championship honors.
- Defense allowed only 2 touchdowns entire season.
- Developed position-specific drills that targeted individual player weaknesses, leading to overall improvements on the field.
- Prioritized academic success for student-athletes by monitoring academic progress and providing necessary resources for improvement.
- Supported head coach in managing administrative tasks, such as maintaining accurate team rosters and scheduling meetings with staff and players.
- Collaborated with head coach to design effective practice schedules, ensuring optimal player growth and team cohesion.
Grade 5 Math Certified Teacher - Jean & Betty Schmalz ES
Katy Independent School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, integrating new knowledge into daily instruction.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, leading to significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Designed engaging hands-on activities that encouraged problem-solving skills and critical thinking among students.
Grade 5 Math (ESL) Certified Teacher - Thurgood Marshall ES
Houston Independent School District
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent consequences when necessary, creating positive learning environments for all students.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, leading to significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices to target areas of weakness, resulting in increased student achievement across all subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERISTY
Hattiesburg, MS05.2016
Skills
- Team Management
- Scouting Opponents
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Curriculum Development
Timeline
Assistant Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach & JV Girls' Head Basketball Coach
Wheatley HS
11.2023 - Current
Grade 6 Math Certified NES Teacher - Fleming MS
Houston Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Head Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator & Wide Receivers' Coach)
Fleming MS
08.2023 - Current
Grade 5 Math Certified Teacher - Jean & Betty Schmalz ES
Katy Independent School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Grade 5 Math (ESL) Certified Teacher - Thurgood Marshall ES
Houston Independent School District
08.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERISTY
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