Patricia Gandelman
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to the pulse of the school, to proactively manage trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Our Lady Star of the Sea School
Staten Island, NY
09.2015 - Current
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Served as a liaison between the school administration and community groups or organizations.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators and parents regarding student performance issues.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Developed and implemented school policies, procedures and programs for student achievement.
- Reviewed textbooks, library resources and other instructional materials for appropriateness in meeting educational standards.
- Assisted in developing budgets.
- Analyzed data collected from standardized tests to identify areas of improvement in instruction or curriculum design.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
- Supervised the maintenance of accurate student records including attendance, grades, health records and special needs assessments.
- Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
- Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Developed positive school climate by building effective communication within school.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Created and implemented special education programs which provided support to teachers and staff while giving special needs and at-risk youth tools necessary to succeed.
- Oversee day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Testing Coordinator for New York State exams, MAP Assessments and school exams.
- Helped to oversee the running, scheduling and record keeping of OLSS during the Covid 19 Pandemic
Teacher - Grades 1, 2, 6 and 7
Our Lady Star of the Sea School
Staten Island, NY
09.2007 - 06.2015
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress to measure academic growth.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and psychologists to ensure the best possible outcomes for students.
- Encouraged positive interpersonal relationships among students through classroom activities and discussions.
- Planned lessons that were both engaging and meaningful for students at their current level of development.
- Attended IEP meetings as needed to provide input from an educational perspective.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of new trends in special education.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Integrated technology into curriculum to enhance learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Prepared student for the sacraments for Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
Primary School Teacher - Grades Pre-K, K, and 3
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School
Brooklyn, NY
09.1989 - 06.2004
- Assessed student progress on an ongoing basis to inform instructional decisions.
- Provided individual assistance to students who needed extra help with assignments.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on reading, writing and math skills development.
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies such as cooperative learning, inquiry-based instruction, project-based learning.
- Created and maintained a safe, orderly and productive classroom environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education.
- Collaborated with other teachers, staff members and parents to promote a positive learning atmosphere.
- Administered and graded tests to measure student performance and identify areas of concern.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Education
Certificate in School Management And Leadership - Educational Administration
Harvard University School of Business/Education
08-2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of St. Mary's
07-2007
Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts and Sciences
St. John's University
05-1986
Skills
- IESP/SPED Coordinator
- Archdiocesan Census
- Fiscal Management/Budget
- TADS/Educate System
- Data-Driven Instruction
- School Facilities and Operations
- Faculty Support
- Curriculum Evaluation
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Personnel Reviews
- Discipline Management
- Instructional Leadership
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- Student and Parent Relations
- Teacher Mentoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Community Engagement
- Standardized Testing
- Oversee Schedules
- Master Class Schedule
- Positive Learning Environment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Our Lady Star of the Sea School
09.2015 - Current
Teacher - Grades 1, 2, 6 and 7
Our Lady Star of the Sea School
09.2007 - 06.2015
Primary School Teacher - Grades Pre-K, K, and 3
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic School
09.1989 - 06.2004
Certificate in School Management And Leadership - Educational Administration
Harvard University School of Business/Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of St. Mary's
Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts and Sciences
St. John's University
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