PATRICIA RHODES

Work History

Prince George's County Schools

Upper Marlboro

08.2009 - 08.2024

Special Education Teacher in the Community Referenced Instruction program, a self contained classroom for students with moderate to severe cognitive disabilities
Taught all core academics, social and functional skills to students in grades K-5.

Prince George's County Schools

Upper Marlboro

09.2021 - 06.2024

Taught Project Based Learning by combining activities with real life opportunities to exercise and strengthen academic skills
Taught Social Emotional Learning in a manner that allowed students to address real life issues in a safe, supported setting
Provided subject-specific tutorial support to students both one-on-one and in group sessions
Personalized lessons to meet individual student needs
Created and maintained a warm and welcoming tutoring environment conducive to learning
Coached students on academic concepts and explained terminology in easy-to-understand language
Explained difficult concepts, terms and theories in easy-to-understand terminology
Mentored and supported students to build their confidence and study skills
Engaged actively with students to build confidence in subject matter and help improve study methods
Demonstrated patience while teaching difficult concepts.

Prince George's County Schools

Upper Marlboro

02.2008 - 08.2009

Substitute teacher in an elementary school where I substitute taught all grades and Specials classes, before taking on long-term substitute roles
Taught Third grade Reading Language Arts for 5 months in a long-term capacity
Taught Third grade Math and Science for 5 months in a long-term capacity
Demonstrated familiarity with multiple subject areas, developing competency across curriculum
Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers
Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment
Provided classroom teacher with written feedback on results of lessons and student behavior issues
Created an inclusive atmosphere where every student felt valued and respected
Maintained accurate records including attendance reports, grades, behavior logs
Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and staff to provide quality education for students.

Yellow Brick Road Childcare

Hyattsville

04.2002 - 06.2008

Owned and operated an in-home childcare program
Cared for children 3 months through 5 years old
Daycare was modeled after and run like a preschool providing academic, social and functional growth and development assistance
Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun
Organized activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play
Provided safe and nurturing environment for children of different ages
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while responding quickly to changing needs of the children
Utilized games, toys, and books to develop and improve cognitive skills and physical abilities
Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors in children.