Patricia McConkey
Lexington,Kentucky
Summary
Special education teacher with over 38 years of experience in resource and general education classrooms as well as a university setting. Responsibilities outside the classroom included serving on a countywide leadership team, collaborating with local universities to assist students toward their teaching path, and mentoring new teachers within the school through the county Special Education mentoring program. Now seeking to further expand these skills at the university level and pursue my passion for the classroom by continuing to mentor and develop strong educators.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Jessamine County Schools
Nicholasville, Kentucky
08.1988 - 12.2025
- Delivered high leverage instruction to students in grades 1 - 5 through evidenced based practices, which resulted in student achievement in reaching IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teachers in order to provide specific co-teaching models to supply more access for all students to common core curriculum.
- Developed relationships with families to create partnerships to meet students’ social, emotional, and economic as well as academic needs.
- Served on the Jessamine County Teacher Leadership Team which implemented Classroom Learning Systems. Learned to apply components of Culturally Responsive Teaching in classrooms.
- Supervised local university students through observation, practicum, and student teaching experiences. Also, guided new teachers through Jessamine County JETS and mentoring programs, as well as Option 6 certification.
Graduate Assistant
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
08.1983 - 05.1984
- Assisted Introduction to Special Education and Behavior Management classes by participating in class preparation, aligning questions with content for assessment purposes, as well as attending classes to offer assistance.
- Established office hours to provide students with additional support with content or assignments. Offered tutoring as another area of opportunity for university students.
- Participated as student representative on the Learning and Behavior Disorders Committee established by the Special Education department head.
Classroom Teacher
Saint Peter School
Lexington, Kentucky
08.1977 - 05.1983
- Provided rigorous academic instruction to Third Grade students in a private school environment.
- Shared Religion on a daily basis, while encouraging students to blend their faith into daily actions.
- Maintained strong connections with families to assist students in overall development.
Education
Master of Arts (MA) - Learning And Behavior Disorders
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KentuckyBachelor of Arts (BA) - Regular, Special And Gifted Education
Marshall University
Huntington, West VirginiaSkills
- Uses instructional practices to improve learning outcomes
- Establishes positive relationships with students and families
- Leads collaboration with co-teachers to promote access to standards for all students
- Mentors university students and new teachers in order to provide guidance and support
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Jessamine County Schools
08.1988 - 12.2025
Graduate Assistant
University of Kentucky
08.1983 - 05.1984
Classroom Teacher
Saint Peter School
08.1977 - 05.1983
Master of Arts (MA) - Learning And Behavior Disorders
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Regular, Special And Gifted Education
Marshall University
Awards Presented
Central Kentucky Special Education Cooperative Outstanding Educator Recognition Teacher of the Year 2009 - 2010, Jessamine County School District Overall Special Education Professional of the Year 2021 - 2022