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Patricia Rickrode

Dover,DE

Summary

Dedicated and responsive Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Kidz Inc
Dover, DE
10.2021 - Current
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
  • Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Documented and reported behavior issues or accidents to parents, minimizing future problems.

Lead Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
Smyrna, DE
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.

Teacher

Shining Time Day care Center
Felton, DE
05.2002 - 06.2021
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
  • Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Delaware Technical Community College
Dover, DE
01.2019 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Dover High School
Dover, DE
06.1990

Skills

  • Behavioral/cognitive skills development
  • Mediation and advocacy talent
  • Standardized testing techniques
  • Teaching, tutoring and counseling
  • Differentiated learning techniques
  • Calm under pressure
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • CPR/First-aid certified
  • Curriculum development
  • Effective listening
  • Effectively work with parents
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Early Childhood Education

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Kidz Inc
10.2021 - Current

Lead Teacher

Cadence Academy Preschool
06.2021 - 10.2022

Associate of Arts -

Delaware Technical Community College
01.2019 - 12.2021

Teacher

Shining Time Day care Center
05.2002 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Dover High School

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