Paris Patterson
West Bloomfield,MI
Summary
Dedicated first-grade teacher with experience designing and delivering early literacy instruction in a structured classroom setting. Skilled in developing foundational reading and writing skills through differentiated instruction, small-group intervention, and data-informed planning. Passionate about supporting struggling readers and writers through targeted literacy interventions that build confidence, fluency, and long-term academic growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
West Bloomfield School District
West Bloomfield, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment supporting diverse learning needs.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to monitor student progress and address concerns.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instruction.
- Designed assessments to evaluate student understanding and inform instructional adjustments.
- Led small group instruction to provide targeted support for struggling students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Group Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre
West Bloomfield, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Led group fitness classes, promoting effective movement and alignment techniques.
- Monitored class performance, providing real-time feedback for participant improvement.
- Cultivated a positive and motivating environment, enhancing client retention rates.
- Refined class formats based on participant feedback and industry trends to enhance engagement.
- Implemented varied teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles among participants, maximizing engagement during each session.
- Educated members on proper movement techniques and safe equipment use to reduce risk of injury.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN07-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Hope College
Holland, MI05-2023
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Teaching strategies
- Play-based learning
- Proficient in Canva
Certification
Literacy Essentials of Teaching Reading and Spelling (LETRS) Trained
Timeline
Group Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre
04.2024 - Current
First Grade Teacher
West Bloomfield School District
08.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Hope College