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Patricia McSherry

Patricia McSherry

Staten Island

Summary

Dynamic Science Teacher with a proven track record at Early College Charter School, adept at curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing learning outcomes. Expert in inquiry-based learning and classroom management, fostering independent, confident learners through tailored support and innovative teaching strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Science Teacher

Early College Charter School
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 55 high school students annually.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.

Private Tutor

Self-employeed
09.2018 - 06.2023
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material in all sciences.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
  • Reviewed materials for student classes to enhance learning and used unique ways to reinforce science materials.

Education

Master of Science - Adolescence Education: Biology (7-12)

College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology Health Science

College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
05-2020

Skills

  • Instructional planning
  • Parent and student communication
  • Program and classroom management
  • Lab management
  • Field trip coordination
  • Technologies integration
  • Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
  • Differentiated science instruction
  • Curriculum development
  • Organization
  • Knowledge in varies science fields, including creating a Forensics elective for students to engage in
  • Inquiry-based learning

Certification

  • Certified Training in the Needs of Students with Autism - July 2020
  • Biology 7-12 Internship Certificate - March 2023
  • Certified Mandated Reporter Training - March 2025


Timeline

Science Teacher

Early College Charter School
08.2021 - Current

Private Tutor

Self-employeed
09.2018 - 06.2023

Master of Science - Adolescence Education: Biology (7-12)

College of Staten Island

Bachelor of Science - Biology Health Science

College of Staten Island

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