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Patricia Millard

San Jose,CA

Summary

Enthusiastic Middle School Teacher motivated to drive student growth for lifelong success.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Stratford Preparatory School
08.2022 - Current
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making to refine instructional strategies for improved student outcomes over time.
  • Enhanced students' reading comprehension by incorporating diverse texts and literature from various cultures and time periods.
  • Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and one-on-one tutoring, fostering academic improvement.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
  • Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.

5th Grade Teacher

Stratford Schools
08.2011 - 06.2022
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.

Math and Science Summer Teacher

The Harker School
06.2011 - 07.2013
  • Developed 7-week Math and Science courses for upper elementary students, differentiating for varying student needs.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.


5th Grade Teacher

Challenger School
10.2008 - 06.2011
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.

Emergency Services Dispatcher

City Of San Jose
02.1989 - 10.1994
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Assessed emergency requests and made quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.
  • Reduced risks and emergency response issues by observing public safety field units.
  • Coordinated multi-agency responses for large-scale disasters or incidents, facilitating effective communication among various departments.
  • Maintained recordings and logs and testified to their validity in court.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical & Counseling Psychology; Economics Minor

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
2008

Skills

  • Individualized Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Timeline

Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Stratford Preparatory School
08.2022 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

Stratford Schools
08.2011 - 06.2022

Math and Science Summer Teacher

The Harker School
06.2011 - 07.2013

5th Grade Teacher

Challenger School
10.2008 - 06.2011

Emergency Services Dispatcher

City Of San Jose
02.1989 - 10.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical & Counseling Psychology; Economics Minor

San Jose State University

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