Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Teacher

Patricia Kessler

Edmonds,WA

Summary

Accomplished Teacher with a proven track record in fostering student engagement and classroom management, notably at Edmonds School District. Co-created the Learning Success Academy, enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being. Skilled in motivating students of all ages and promoting a growth mindset, achieving remarkable improvements in student success rates.

Work History

Teacher

Edmonds School District
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Lead Teacher Learning Success Academy

Bethel School District
  • Was the co-creator and Lead Teacher of Learning Success Academy, a program for Special Education Students who had not succeeded in other programs. Helped hire another teacher and four paraeducators. We created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to increase overall classroom success.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.

Teacher/Group Facilitator -Teachers, Paras, Admin

Clear Risk Solutions
  • Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
  • Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
  • Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.

Education

Master's Degree - Educational Administration

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences/Philosophy

Seattle University
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Motivating students
  • Growth Mindset

Timeline

Teacher

Edmonds School District

Lead Teacher Learning Success Academy

Bethel School District

Teacher/Group Facilitator -Teachers, Paras, Admin

Clear Risk Solutions

Master's Degree - Educational Administration

Western Washington University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences/Philosophy

Seattle University
Patricia Kessler