Patricia Michel
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Transformative educator with over five years of classroom experience in dual language instruction. Founded the Haitian Creole Dual Language Program in Palm Beach County, enhancing bilingual education and family engagement. Expert in creating inclusive, data-driven learning environments that support academic and social growth for all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Dual Language Teacher
Rolling Green Elementary
10.2019 - Current
- Founding educator of the Haitian Creole Dual Language Program—the first in Palm Beach County in the United States.
- Taught core subjects (Social Studies, Language Arts, Math) in English and Haitian Creole, integrating culturally relevant pedagogy with Florida Standards to enhance student engagement.
- Achieve student performance data consistently at or above district averages through differentiated and data-driven instruction.
- Led parent engagement initiatives, including bilingual literacy nights and community outreach workshops, to strengthen family-school partnerships and promote student success.
- Collaborate with colleagues and district leaders to develop and deliver professional development for teachers focused on bilingual education and cultural responsiveness.
- Implemented effective classroom management and positive behavior supports, fostering inclusive learning environments that support diverse student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice/Public Safety Leadership
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2004
Undergraduate Coursework -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01.2002
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Social Studies Instruction
- Literacy Across the Content Areas
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Design
- Language Arts
- Math Instruction
- Internet Safety
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP
- ADP
- Pivot Tables
- VLOOKUP
- Lotus Notes
- Ariba Buyer
- Strong planner and problem solver
- Adaptable
- Meets deadlines under pressure
- Collaborative
- Independent
Certification
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate, #1397204
- Reading Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
- World Language – Haitian Creole
- Middle Grades Social Science (Grades 5–9)
Languages
- Fluent in English
- French
- Haitian Creole
Other Professional Experience
- Medicaid Rebates & GPO Pricing Analyst, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp., Parsippany, NJ, 03/01/08, 10/01/14, Analyzed Medicaid rebate programs and GPO pricing for regulatory compliance. Maintained records, prepared reports, and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders.
- PPO Benefits Operations Analyst, Medco Health Solutions, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 09/01/06, 03/01/08, Processed and managed benefits data in compliance with organizational policies. Reviewed documentation for accuracy and consistency.
- Sales Contract Administrator, Bradley Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Fairfield, NJ, 11/01/05, 07/01/06, Reviewed contracts and pricing agreements for accuracy and compliance. Maintained organized records and assisted with reporting requirements.
- Legal Assistant (Internship), John Stark Jr. & Gabrielson, P.C., Tampa, FL, 12/01/03, 01/01/04, Assisted attorneys with case documentation, legal research, and filing. Prepared correspondence and maintained confidential files.
- Human Resources Assistant / Customer Service Representative, All Century / Real Estate Travel Agency, Spring Valley, NY, 06/01/98, 08/01/03, Supported HR recordkeeping, customer inquiries, and administrative operations. Served a diverse, multicultural client base with professionalism and discretion.
Accomplishments
Above and Beyond Award | Roots and Wings Foundation | 2023
• Selected via peer nomination for exceeding standard instructional requirements and fostering biliteracy within a specialized kindergarten dual-language curriculum.
• Honored for bridging cultural and linguistic gaps for the student population at Rolling Green Elementary.
• Selected via peer nomination for exceeding standard instructional requirements and fostering biliteracy within a specialized kindergarten dual-language curriculum.
• Honored for bridging cultural and linguistic gaps for the student population at Rolling Green Elementary.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
1st Grade Dual Language Teacher
Rolling Green Elementary
10.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Criminal Justice/Public Safety Leadership
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of South Florida
Undergraduate Coursework -
Norfolk State University