Patricia Kranik
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Innovative teacher with over 37 years of experience in developing engaging lesson plans and implementing technology in the classroom. Skilled in behavior management and fostering strong relationships with students and parents, leading to improved student outcomes and holistic development.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
St. Raphael Catholic School
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2007 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Integrated technology into curriculum to support diverse learning styles and improve engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs, ensuring holistic development.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Teacher
St. Jude Cathedral School
St. Petersburg, FL
08.1991 - 05.2007
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Organized extracurricular activities promoting community involvement and enhancing student skills outside the classroom.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Teacher
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Pinellas Park, FL
08.1979 - 01.1984
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs, ensuring holistic development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.1979
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Innovative lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Classroom technology
- Project-based learning
- Performance assessments
- Student rapport
- Community involvement
- Testing and grading
- Student evaluations
- Alternative learning methods
- Faculty collaboration
- Subject matter expertise
- Test proctoring
- SMART board aptitude
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson delivery
- Visual aids utilization
- Classroom restocking
- Parent and teacher conferences
- Excellent classroom management
Certification
- Certified to teach Physical Education Gr. K-12 and Science Gr. 5-12
Timeline
Teacher
St. Raphael Catholic School
08.2007 - 05.2024
Teacher
St. Jude Cathedral School
08.1991 - 05.2007
Teacher
Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.1979 - 01.1984
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Florida State University