Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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PATRICIA CARR

Suwanee,Georgia

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Gwinnett County Public Schools, specializing in behavior modification and client assessment. Expert in fostering social skills development and implementing effective communication strategies. Achieved significant improvements in classroom behavior and learning outcomes through innovative interventions and staff training.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

District Behavior Coach

Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated behavior management workshops for teachers and parents.
  • Developed positive reinforcement strategies to encourage desired behaviors.
  • Collaborated with school personnel to identify areas of concern and develop solutions.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions, such as Applied Behavior Analysis, to address problem behaviors.
  • Analyzed classroom environments to determine potential sources of disruptive behavior patterns.
  • Consulted with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders regarding behavioral issues in the classroom.
  • Supported students in developing self-regulation skills such as anger management, impulse control, and social skills.
  • Participated in regular meetings with school staff members to discuss current cases and review outcomes.

504 Coordinator/Instructional-Academy Coach/Inter-related Resource Teacher

Lanier High School
08.2018 - 08.2023
  • Conducted and reviewed all 504 plans and eligibilities for students at LHS
  • Provided instructional coaching/staff development to new teachers with less than 3 years’ experience
  • Served as the team liaison between Lanier and Macy’s for the Embrace program with student leaders at LHS
  • Taught 9th grade College Prep Language Arts in both the Resource and Collaborative settings
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and identified areas of strength and weakness.

Inter-related Resource Teacher/Self-Contained EBD

Collins Hill High School
08.1998 - 05.2018
  • Contributed to thecreation of the teacher induction program for new teachers with less than 3 years’ experience
  • Taught 10th grade College Prep Language Arts in both the Resource and Collaborative settings
  • Oversaw student caseloads ensuring all IEP documentation was maintained.
  • Served as coordinator for the intervention program for GHSGT and Gateway from 2010 to 2012.
  • Facilitated communication between teachers, parents, administrators, and other professionals involved in the student's education.

Vocational Counselor

Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
02.1996 - 08.1998
  • Conducted performance appraisals and developed rehabilitation plans for disabled clients
  • Instructed employability skills training to disabled individuals working in a sheltered setting
  • Administered vocational evaluations to disabled clients in supportive employment training programs
  • Completed training on Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and completed a mini–Sign Language Institute program at the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind
  • Conducted group workshops to discuss topics related to employment, career development, and job searching.
  • Maintained accurate records of all counseling sessions and client progress towards goals.
  • Provided support and coaching during the transition from school and training into employment.

Coordinator of Learning Resources / Instructor

Beacon College
Leesburg, Florida
07.1993 - 11.1995
  • Implemented an automated library system for the Learning Resources Center.
  • Assessed candidate qualifications for admission approval.
  • Provided tailored academic support to enhance students' learning outcomes.

Learning Disability Specialist

Easter Seal Society of Broward County
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
05.1989 - 03.1993
  • Remediated individuals with identified learning challenges.
  • Developed and delivered presentations for Easter Seal Society's offerings at area private schools.
  • Created remediation plans for learning disabled adults in collaboration with Vocational Rehabilitation.
  • Monitored program performance data related to disability services delivery.

Education

MS - Learning Disabilities/Emotional Disturbances/Varying Exceptionalities

Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida
04.1989

BS - Special Education

Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida
04.1989

Skills

  • Client assessment
  • Behavior modification
  • Active learning
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Boundary setting
  • Social skills development
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Goal setting
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Case management proficiency
  • Staff training
  • Intervention support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Task prioritization
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Self motivation
  • Effective communication
  • Continuous improvement
  • Relationship building
  • Learning disability awareness

Certification

  • Instructional Coach Endorsement (2018)

Accomplishments

  • Glance Gwinnett Graduate (2018)
  • Teachers as Leaders Graduate (Class of 2015)
  • Trainer/Rater Gateway Exam (2002-2009; 2018-2023)
  • Teacher of the Year Finalist at Collins Hill HS (SY 2012-2013)

Affiliations

  • Third Degree Black Belt - Universal Martial Arts (2012)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

District Behavior Coach

Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

504 Coordinator/Instructional-Academy Coach/Inter-related Resource Teacher

Lanier High School
08.2018 - 08.2023

Inter-related Resource Teacher/Self-Contained EBD

Collins Hill High School
08.1998 - 05.2018

Vocational Counselor

Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
02.1996 - 08.1998

Coordinator of Learning Resources / Instructor

Beacon College
07.1993 - 11.1995

Learning Disability Specialist

Easter Seal Society of Broward County
05.1989 - 03.1993

MS - Learning Disabilities/Emotional Disturbances/Varying Exceptionalities

Florida State University

BS - Special Education

Florida State University

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