Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Reading, gardening, and horticulture.
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Mark Patterson

Springfield,VA

Summary

Though I am just recently retired, I believe I had a proven track record at Loudoun County Public Schools, I excelled in instructional leadership and fostering strong relationships. My expertise included enhancing school safety, driving teacher effectiveness through critical evaluations, and significantly improving student discipline and learning environments. My approach combined strategic thinking with effective communication, ensuring educational excellence.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Principal, Loudoun Co. High School

Loudoun County Public Schools
07.2008 - 06.2024
  • Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.

High School Social Science Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2008
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.

Summer School Dean (High School)

Loudoun County Public Schools
06.2006 - 08.2006

· Management of building issues (room assignments, custodians, physical plant)

· managed teaching supplies (textbooks, instructional materials, supplies)

· monitored student discipline

· performed testing coordinator duties

· provided teacher observations and feedback

Education

No Degree - Education

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

Master of Science - Education Administration

Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA
08.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Russian Studies

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05.1988

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.1988

Skills

  • Instructional Leadership
  • Critical Thinking and Judgment
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • School safety

Certification

  • Postgraduate Professional License - expires 6/30/2030
  • in Admin and Supervision PreK-12 and in History and Social Science.

Reading, gardening, and horticulture.

I find relaxation in being with my family, volunteering at my church, and by reading (esp. history), gardening, and growing orchids, cactus, and unusual succulents.

Timeline

Assistant Principal, Loudoun Co. High School

Loudoun County Public Schools
07.2008 - 06.2024

Summer School Dean (High School)

Loudoun County Public Schools
06.2006 - 08.2006

High School Social Science Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.2008

No Degree - Education

George Mason University

Master of Science - Education Administration

Shenandoah University

Bachelor of Arts - Russian Studies

George Mason University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

George Mason University
Mark Patterson