Patrcia Drechsel
Fairfield
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Parsippany Troy Hills School District, excelling in curriculum development and technology integration. Adept at fostering critical thinking and individualized instruction, I build strong parent relationships and promote a collaborative environment, ensuring all students thrive academically and socially. Committed to data-driven instruction and student success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Parsippany Troy Hlls School District
Parsippany
02.2004 - Current
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Saint Elzabeth University
Morrstown, NJ05-2003
Master of Arts - Reading instruction
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJSkills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Parent communication
- Team building
- Time management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student records management
- Creative lesson plan development
- Student evaluations
- Social-emotional learning training
- Literacy development
- Growth mindset
- Data-driven instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Special education
- Elementary education
Affiliations
- Certified Yoga Instructior
Accomplishments
- Teacher Of the Year: 2007
Certification
- Trained in multi-sensory reading programs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Parsippany Troy Hlls School District
02.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Reading Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Saint Elzabeth University
Master of Arts - Reading instruction
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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