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Patience Ferry

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Experienced teaching Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment classes in two subject areas. In addition, a successful athletic coach for track and swim.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Teacher

Poston Butte High School
San Tan Valley, AZ
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students with 99.2% of students graduating on time.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

Dual Enrollment History Teacher

American Leadership Academy
Queen Creek, AZ
07.2016 - 05.2022
  • Maintained communication with the community college concerning students participating in Dual Enrollment and successfully implemented the collegiate standards required for dual credit classes. 100% of students successfully completed course work and received college credit.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Promote a safe learning environment to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and creative needs of students
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for a diverse classroom environment ensuring all learners had equal opportunities for success.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments and assessments, allowing students to continuously improve their work.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities in order to stay current on best practices within the field of history education and provide the highest quality instruction possible for my students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that connected historical events with scientific, literary, or artistic movements.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and guest speakers to enhance students'' understanding of historical events beyond the classroom setting.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary source analysis in lessons and assignments.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Promoted cultural understanding and global awareness by integrating world history themes into curriculum.
  • Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
  • Designed creative projects that allowed students to demonstrate their understanding of course material in various ways, catering to different learning preferences.
  • Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.

Grant Writer

Freelance Consultant
San Tan Valley, AZ
10.2013 - Current
  • Research grants to determine best compatibility with non-profit's objectives
  • Communicate with Executive Officers and board members to determine organizational goals and concerns of funding
  • Write/submit grant applications, compile data, and write end-of-quarter/year-end grant compliance reports
  • Created presentations, work within websites/social media platforms to create exposure concerning awards and events
  • As a result, maintain a 75% grant approval status.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Attend lectures, lead discussion sections, and grade exams/papers
  • Develop/design curriculum based on class type using learning models and techniques for effectiveness
  • Worked effectively with professors and staff to maintain grading equality across class sections
  • As a result, 85% of students passed - 15% with an A.

Graduate Research Assistant

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05.2012 - 08.2013
  • Wrote literature reviews and prepared data concerning multiple projects ranging from city parks to demographic statistics
  • Created and managed a digital collection of primary source materials (historic photographs, letters, and documents)
  • Created digital galleries of the primary source materials for the East St
  • Louis Virtual Historical Society
  • Coordinated multiple service sites and over 10,000 volunteers for a yearly service day
  • Wrote grant applications for community partners
  • Managed and supervised the publication of four archival catalogs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Arizona - Distance Learning
Tucson, AZ
05.2019

Certification of Advanced Content Instruction - English

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
12.2023

Master of Arts - Historical Studies

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
03.2024

Bachelor of Arts - History

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12.2006

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Kemper Military Junior College
Clarksville, MO
05.1999

Skills

  • Records Management
  • Technology Integration
  • Archival document handling
  • Public Speaking
  • Survey design/ evaluation
  • Exam Proctoring
  • Distance Learning
  • Online Instruction
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • MS Publisher
  • MS Outlook
  • Google Docs
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Canvas
  • Google Classroom

Certification

  • CPR/ First Aid/ AED Community Certification
  • State of AZ Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card, expires 09/2027
  • NES History Secondary Education Certification
  • Secondary Education Professional Knowledge Certification
  • NES History Middle School Education Certification
  • AZ and US Constitution Educator Proficiency Assessment
  • NES English Language Arts Secondary Education Certificate

Affiliations

  • Member of Phi Alpha Theta
  • Member of Phi Kappa Phi
  • Order of the Eastern Star
  • National Education Association Member

Languages

Russian
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

English Teacher

Poston Butte High School
07.2022 - Current

Dual Enrollment History Teacher

American Leadership Academy
07.2016 - 05.2022

Grant Writer

Freelance Consultant
10.2013 - Current

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
08.2013 - 05.2014

Graduate Research Assistant

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
05.2012 - 08.2013

Master of Arts - Education

University of Arizona - Distance Learning

Certification of Advanced Content Instruction - English

American College of Education

Master of Arts - Historical Studies

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Bachelor of Arts - History

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Kemper Military Junior College

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