Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Patricia Pupo

Mount Carmel

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the Child Development Council of NEPA, skilled in lesson planning and fostering positive student relationships. Expert in differentiated instruction, I create engaging learning environments that support diverse learning styles and emotional growth, ensuring every student achieves their potential.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher

Child Development Council of NEPA
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and growth.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to address individual student needs and progress.
  • Assessed student performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

6th Grade ELA Teacher

Williams Valley Area School District
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards for 6th grade English Language Arts.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking skills.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
  • Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback for improvement.

Head Start Lead Teacher

CSIU Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
12.2022 - 08.2023
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to support children's educational progress and well-being.
  • Assessed student progress regularly to tailor instructional strategies for individual learning needs.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS Frontline Education
08.2019 - 11.2022
  • Delivered engaging lesson plans across diverse subjects, fostering student participation and understanding.
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet varied learning needs of students in K-12 settings.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a positive and respectful learning environment.
  • Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure continuity of instruction during absences.

Long Term Substitute K-3 Emotional Support Teacher

Schuylkill County IU 29 Through ESS
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Designed and implemented individualized emotional support plans for students with diverse needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt interventions accordingly.
  • Developed and monitored behavior intervention plans to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions.
  • Created a safe, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and self-expression.

Juvenile Corrections Teacher

Northwestern Academy NHS Juvenile Corrections Facility
08.2005 - 04.2011
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
  • Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership, and personal growth among students.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel Area School District

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA
08-1989

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Activity planning
  • Classroom instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Team building
  • Diverse learning styles
  • Behavior management
  • Student rapport

Timeline

Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher

Child Development Council of NEPA
08.2024 - Current

6th Grade ELA Teacher

Williams Valley Area School District
09.2023 - 06.2024

Head Start Lead Teacher

CSIU Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
12.2022 - 08.2023

Substitute Teacher, K-12

ESS Frontline Education
08.2019 - 11.2022

Long Term Substitute K-3 Emotional Support Teacher

Schuylkill County IU 29 Through ESS
08.2019 - 03.2020

Juvenile Corrections Teacher

Northwestern Academy NHS Juvenile Corrections Facility
08.2005 - 04.2011

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel Area School District

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Patricia Pupo