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Patricia Myers

Port Orange

Summary

Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.

Dedicated Teacher offering 14 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School Gifted Consultation Teacher

Volusia County Schools
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
  • Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
  • Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
  • Monitor grades for high school gifted learners at five high schools, contact students when grades drop below “C,” and work with students to diagnose and solve problems with grades.
  • Attend Educational Plans (EPs) and Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) meetings for existing identified gifted learners and twice-exceptional students.
  • Develop new Educational Plans (EPs) for students new to the gifted program in the county.
  • Present for Gifted Services at the High School Showcase held annually for incoming high school students.
  • Facilitate and update Gifted Endorsement coursework for teachers wishing to become Gifted endorsed within the State of Florida.

Elementary Teacher

Volusia County Schools
08.2009 - 06.2021
  • Intervention teacher for grades 3-5 in math and reading.
  • General Education teacher for grades 4-5 in all core subject areas.
  • Teacher of the Gifted for grades 3-4 in all core subject areas.
  • Elementary Social Studies Cadre member representing Chisholm Elementary at county meetings and presenting information received to my school colleagues (2010-2012).
  • Elementary Math Cadre member representing Chisholm Elementary at county meetings and presenting information received to my school colleagues (2015-2019).
  • 4th grade Math Module Curriculum Co-Writer (2016-2018).
  • Number Talks professional development facilitator (elementary, middle school, and Math Methods course at Daytona State College).
  • Clinical Education Supervising Teacher.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.

  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
  • Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.

Substitute Teacher

Volusia County Schools
11.2005 - 06.2009
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Education

Master of Science - Education in Curriculum And Instruction

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2008

Associate of Arts -

Central Florida Community College
Ocala
05.1984

Skills

  • Educational Leadership
  • Team Collaboration
  • Curriculum Development
  • Lesson Planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Student Engagement
  • Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the Year Volusia County - Chisholm Elementary Nominee, 2018
  • PRISM Award for Elementary Math, STEM Alliance of Central Florida. 2016
  • Impact Teacher for Math, Florida's Best Teachers, 2016 & 2017

Certification

Florida Department of Education

  • Reading Endorsement, 2021
  • Gifted Endorsement, 2013
  • Grades 5-9 Integrated Curriculum, 2008
  • K-6 Elementary Education, 2008
  • ESOL Endorsement, 2008

Timeline

High School Gifted Consultation Teacher

Volusia County Schools
07.2021 - Current

Elementary Teacher

Volusia County Schools
08.2009 - 06.2021

Substitute Teacher

Volusia County Schools
11.2005 - 06.2009

Master of Science - Education in Curriculum And Instruction

American College of Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Central Florida

Associate of Arts -

Central Florida Community College

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