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Patrice Cook

Patrice Cook

5th Grade Math And Social Studies Teacher
Saginaw,MI

Summary

Proven educator with a track record of fostering student success and classroom adaptability, notably at National Heritages Academies. Specializes in differentiated instruction and classroom management, enhancing learning outcomes through innovative teaching strategies. Skilled in faculty collaboration and maintaining professional demeanor, consistently achieving positive feedback from peers and superiors.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education

Work History

5th Grade Math and Social Studies Teacher

National Heritages Academies
02.2018 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration.
  • Increased student success rates with regular assessments and timely feedback on assignments and performance.
  • utilize diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support in the development of effective teaching practices.
  • Tailored instruction to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Adjust teaching strategies based on compiled data
  • Communicate frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners

Long-Term Special Education Substitute (EI)

PCMI Services -SPSD -Willie Thompson Middle
08.2017 - 02.2018
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support and developed personalized plans for improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supported diverse learners through differentiated instruction tailored to each student''s unique needs.
  • Adapted instructional materials as needed to accommodate various learning styles.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively,
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
  • Tailor teaching methods to individual learning styles.
  • Provide timely feedback on assignments, helping students identify areas of improvement and gain confidence in their abilities.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by Administration based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with various learning challenges

Title 1 Math Interventionist

Saginaw Public School District
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Adapted instructional materials as needed to accommodate various learning styles
  • Served as a liaison between the regular classroom teacher and special education staff, ensuring seamless integration of intervention services
  • Monitored student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
  • Boosted overall student performance by providing individualized instruction based on assessment data.

21st Century Site Coordinator

Saginaw Public Schools - Ruben Daniels Middle
10.2011 - 06.2013
  • Operated an afterschool program that consist of fifty at-risk middle school students.
  • Maintained all updated all academic, enrollment and attendance record in EZReports
  • Align day school with evening programming
  • Supervised a staff of five during the school year and a staff of seven during the summer program
  • Coordinated site investigations , documented issues, and escalated issues to appropriate administration when needed
  • Mentored junior staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise to promote professional growth within the team.
  • Enforce strict adherence to safety guidelines, promptly addressing any hazards or non-compliance incidents.
  • Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.

21st Century Facilitator

Saginaw Board of Education- Thompson Middle School
10.2008 - 10.2011
  • Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
  • Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
  • Assisted Coordinator in operating an after school program with100 at risk middle school students
  • Prepared two enrichment lesson plans weekly

Education

Master of Arts - Education And Special Edcuation

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2001 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Community Services

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05.2001 -

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delta College
Bay City, MI
09.2024 - 04.2024

Skills

Lesson Planning

Analytical Skills

Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Progress Monitoring

Faculty Collaboration

Adaptability and Flexibility

Professional Demeanor

Timeline

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delta College
09.2024 - 04.2024

5th Grade Math and Social Studies Teacher

National Heritages Academies
02.2018 - Current

Long-Term Special Education Substitute (EI)

PCMI Services -SPSD -Willie Thompson Middle
08.2017 - 02.2018

Title 1 Math Interventionist

Saginaw Public School District
01.2017 - 06.2017

21st Century Site Coordinator

Saginaw Public Schools - Ruben Daniels Middle
10.2011 - 06.2013

21st Century Facilitator

Saginaw Board of Education- Thompson Middle School
10.2008 - 10.2011

Master of Arts - Education And Special Edcuation

Grand Canyon University
05.2001 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Community Services

Central Michigan University
05.2001 -

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