PATRICIA CASH
Olympia,WA
Summary
Energetic and passionate teacher with five years of experience in various elementary classroom. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Holy Family School
08.2023 - Current
- Designed and implemented daily lesson plans for a classroom of 11 students
- Utilizes instructional and engagement strategies including group work, technology and direct instruction
- Communicate with parents about students' progress.
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
Athletic Director
Holy Family School
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented sports programs at Holy Family School
- Purchased uniforms, equipment, coordinated with schools for games, organized practices and coaches
- Coach: Volleyball, Basketball and Track.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
- Emphasized importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility during season.
Third Grade Teacher
Holy Family School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed lesson plans, grading tests, connected with students’ parents, and reported to school administrators.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Middle School History Teacher - Long-Term Substitute
Holy Family School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Created instructional resources for use in the classroom, assessed students weekly and created a positive educational climate for students to learn in.
- Boosted students critical thinking skills using historical case studies, debates, and simulations.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment methods such as quizzes, essays, projects, presentations, and exams to provide meaningful feedback for growth.
Pre-K 4 - Long-Term Substitute
Holy Family School
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed a safe and creative program suitable for preschool children
- Employed a variety of educational techniques through storytelling, educational play, and songs to teach children
- Observed each child to ensure improvement in their social competencies and self-esteem.
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ the King Catholic School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed lesson plans that stimulated cognitive, social, and emotional functioning for learning
- Performed assessments regularly on students and developed different strategies to aid in each student's learning.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Student Teacher - Sixth Grade
JW CARROLL INTERMEDIATE - Title I School
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Conducted assessments of the sixth grade students progress after teaching each lesson
- Provided assistance for students who consistently performed below grade level and developed learning strategies.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently taught students.
Education
FLORIDA CERTIFICATION
05.2024
M.Ed, TeacherReady Program -
University of West Florida
05.2024
B.A. - Marketing
Hofstra University
06.1993
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Elementary Education
- Florida Teaching Certification
Extracurricular Activities
Certified Personal/Group Fitness Trainer, CPR/AED Certified, lacrosse, volleyball, basketball, track
Certification
- Certified Athletic Trainer - AFAA
- Certified Group Fitness Instructor - AFAA
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Holy Family School
08.2023 - Current
Athletic Director
Holy Family School
08.2022 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Holy Family School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Middle School History Teacher - Long-Term Substitute
Holy Family School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Pre-K 4 - Long-Term Substitute
Holy Family School
10.2021 - 12.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ the King Catholic School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Student Teacher - Sixth Grade
JW CARROLL INTERMEDIATE - Title I School
10.2018 - 05.2019
FLORIDA CERTIFICATION
M.Ed, TeacherReady Program -
University of West Florida
B.A. - Marketing
Hofstra University
- Certified Athletic Trainer - AFAA
- Certified Group Fitness Instructor - AFAA
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