Patricia Gay
Armonk
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in literacy development and data-driven instruction. Proven ability to implement effective writing units and research projects that engage 8th and 9th graders, while supporting teachers through mentorship and collaboration.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Teacher
The Windward School
40 W. Red Oak Lane, Harrison, NY
09.1998 - Current
- Developed and implemented writing units related to 8th grade language arts content. Also, wrote and implemented research skills projects related to both 8th and 9th grade social studies curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform curriculum improvements and targeted interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Liberal Arts
Manhattanville College
Harrison NY06-2008
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Literacy development
- Special education for middle school students with language based learning disabilities
- Mentoring new assistant teachers/classroom management
- Learning strategies for dyslexic students
- Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills
- Student assessment
- Student needs assessment for CSEs and IEPs
- Data-driven instruction/ research based multi- sensory instructuon
- Curriculum alignment
- IMSLEC accreditation/Orton Gillingham-based approaches in teaching reading and language skills
Accomplishments
Prior to teaching, worked in non profit Public Relations for the Detroit Public Library, American Library Association in Chicago, and the New York Public Library,
Awards: Received the Sandy Galst Reading Award at Windward for excellence in reading instruction.
Timeline
Master Teacher
The Windward School
09.1998 - Current
Master of Science - Liberal Arts
Manhattanville College