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Patricia Nelson

Social Studies Teacher
Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Studies Teacher

MPLS. School Districty #1
08.1991 - 06.2025
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards for diverse student populations.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units integrating social studies with other subjects.
  • Utilized technology tools to enhance learning experiences and increase student engagement in the classroom.
  • Organized community service projects that connected students to local history and civic responsibilities.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
  • Managed extracurricular activity programs such as Model United Nations or History Club, fostering a passion for social studies beyond the classroom setting.
  • Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom learning experiences, providing real-world context for course topics.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Luther College
Decorah, IA
05-1986

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Educational technology
  • Classroom management
  • Technology implementation
  • Student engagement
  • Student needs assessment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Progress monitoring
  • Interdisciplinary teaching
  • Staff development
  • Social studies

Accomplishments

  • Students explored the importance of history in their own lives and how it impacts our identities.
  • Students analyzed patterns and institutions throughout history and their lasting legacies that shaped our communities.
  • Students analyzed a variety of historical sources and narratives
  • Students were empowered to use the skills and knowledge learned in this course to address current issues of social justice.

Certification

  • Licensed Elementary Education with Social Studies Endorsement - [Timeframe]
  • 90 ADDTIONAL COURSE CREDITS IN GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY, AND ARCHAEOLOGY RELATED COURSES
  • Certified 7TH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER, MPLS. SCHOOL DIST. #1 - 1991 - 2025

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Social Studies Teacher

MPLS. School Districty #1
08.1991 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Luther College

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