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Patrice Ligon

Southfield,MI

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Birmingham Public Schools, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Successfully integrated character education, led Science Olympiad events, and fostered collaborative environments among educators. Adept at multitasking and decision-making, ensuring a positive learning atmosphere that enhances student potential.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Grade 5 Classroom Teacher

Birmingham Public Schools
Birmingham, Michigan
06.1998 - Current
  • Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.
  • Led organization and execution of Science Olympiad events.
  • Facilitated constructive dialogue using Restorative Circles.
  • Delivered educational after-school activities for groups of students to improve learning potential outside of classroom.
  • Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.

Camp Super Summer Supervisor and Teacher

Birmingham Public Schools
Birmingham, MI
06.2007 - 08.2021
  • Coordinate team gatherings to enhance communication.
  • Inspire educators to exceed educational goals.
  • Executed site physical setup.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Enforced consistent student discipline.

Head Teacher

Quarton Elementary
Birmingham, MI
07.2013 - 06.2018
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Supervised daily operations within the school building including staffing assignments and scheduling events.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.

Education

Master of Science - School Administration/ Educational Leadership

Madonna University
Livonia, MI
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Madonna University
Livonia, MI
12-1994

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Teamwork
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Student evaluation

Accomplishments

Attended the Oakland Aspiring Principal’s Leadership Academy- December 2005

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head Teacher

Quarton Elementary
07.2013 - 06.2018

Camp Super Summer Supervisor and Teacher

Birmingham Public Schools
06.2007 - 08.2021

Grade 5 Classroom Teacher

Birmingham Public Schools
06.1998 - Current

Master of Science - School Administration/ Educational Leadership

Madonna University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Madonna University

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