Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Love of family, sports (golf), gardening, decorating, shopping and large dogs.
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Patricia Ahlers

Middletown,CT

Summary

Proven educator and leader, adept at fostering academic growth and emotional well-being in students, as demonstrated at CT Technical Education And Career System. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments and maintaining 100% accuracy in progress monitoring. Renowned for building genuine relationships and delivering personalized instruction, reflecting a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Mathematics Teacher

CT Technical Education And Career System
Middletown, CT
09.2003 - 06.2024
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring accessibility of content for all students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Created opportunities for peer tutoring and group collaboration, fostering a sense of community within the classroom.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Substitute Teacher

CT Technical Education & Career System
Middletown, CT
10.1999 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Small Business Owner and Entrepreneur

Self Employed
Middletown, CT
01.1991 - 09.1999
  • Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations in delivery of design services.
  • Served as an advocate for artists with disabilities culminating with the delivery of and innovative art project for the Hartford Life Insurance Company

Manager, Educator and IT Consultant

Aetna Life & Casualty
Hartford, CT
08.1976 - 01.1991
  • Designed and delivered internal training programs
  • Managed several teams of high performers (ranging in size up to 50 employees) in the corporate information technology division.
  • Received highest rating in a corporate survey evaluating managers on employee development and training

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Education

No Degree - Mathematics Course Work To Earn Professional Cert

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05.1976

Skills

- Possess a natural ability to form genuine relationships with students & their families to ensure academic success as well as the social and emotional well being of all

- Skilled at planning for and delivery of instruction

- Committed to work collaboratively with support services professionals to differentiate instruction and carry out modifications and accommodations in accordance with IEP's and 504 plans

- Highly organized and efficient in data collection and progress monitoring Maintained 100% accuracy and daily currency of a skills-based gradebook in PowerSchool

- Driven, motivated and reflective individual always seeking for growth and improvement

Love of family, sports (golf), gardening, decorating, shopping and large dogs.

I love spending time with family and friends, playing golf, gardening, creating comfortable spaces in my home and in the home of others, giving of my time to help others in need and snuggling with our Weimaraner, Ella Grace and Grand Dog, GSP Bogey Allen.

Timeline

Mathematics Teacher

CT Technical Education And Career System
09.2003 - 06.2024

Substitute Teacher

CT Technical Education & Career System
10.1999 - 06.2023

Small Business Owner and Entrepreneur

Self Employed
01.1991 - 09.1999

Manager, Educator and IT Consultant

Aetna Life & Casualty
08.1976 - 01.1991

No Degree - Mathematics Course Work To Earn Professional Cert

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Central Connecticut State University
Patricia Ahlers