Patricia LaLonde

• Taught 180+ students per year (ages 14 – 18) on various English courses while fostering personal and professional growth
• Spearheaded planning of schoolwide programs such as conferences, training workshops, and presentations
• Adopted and implemented unique instructional methods to foster engaging learning, participation, and growth
• Implemented new technologies and virtual learning tools to ensure continued instruction in response to COVID-19
• Utilized audio-visual aids and technologies to deliver lessons based on the individual needs of each student
• Developed lesson plans for daily lectures in accordance with requirements set forth by the school district
• Created rapport with students' families––provided weekly/monthly updates on academic and behavioral progression

• Facilitated week-long training seminars and workshops throughout the country, with audiences of up to 30+ professionals
• Trained and supervised teachers of various levels––provided analytical coaching to ensure maximized performance
• Educated teachers on implementing a new English curriculum while securing their buy-in and adoption of the program
• Received 98%+ positive evaluation scores, year-over-year from instructors throughout the US
• Pitched ideas and instructed on improving performance and efficiency in the classroom
• Supported with planning and executing meetings, helping create new practices
• United States

I served as Teaching Assistant in English classes at two different schools-both elementary and secondary. I worked closely with teachers and students to provide English instruction. We worked on speaking, listening, reading and writing and whatever else the teacher needed from me in an Auxillary capacity.

• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

I fill in for teachers at all grade levels, executing their lesson plans and keeping students engaged and safe. I work closely with the office staff and am flexible when it comes to grade-level, responsibilities and student behavior.

• Adapted instructional methods to meet individual learning needs and styles.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
• Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
• Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.