PATRICK CHRISTIAN
Alexandria,VA
Summary
I consider myself to be a well-rounded and compassionate special education teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. I provide appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. I have experience in developing implementing, and acting as the teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities. I remain focused on building students' strengths and confidence. I stay committed to providing students with structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. I am prepared to handle onsite, online or blended instruction as needed. With teaching during the pandemic, I am versatile to provide instruction in various academic settings and/or scenarios.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Jackson-Reed Senior High School
Washington, DC
08.2005 - Current
- Sponsor/Head Coach for the varsity rugby club team
- Teacher Lead Instructor for Science Department
- Special education teacher of students with disabilities categorized by IDEA (Grades 9-12) in the content area of science
- Provide expertise as a collaborative teacher in the content area of science in the inclusion model setting with general education teacher
- Deliver specialized classroom instruction to a broad range of students with various disabilities categorized by IDEA
- Building Sponsor for the M.O.S.T Club (High School Male Empowerment Group)
- Former Emotional Disturbance Teacher
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Special Education Teacher
Sunrise Academy
Washington, DC
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Special education teacher of youth with disabilities (Grades 7-9)
- Provided instruction in Math and Science
- Lead Science Teacher for all Science Fairs & science activities
Special Education Teacher
Hyde Public Charter School
, Washington
05.2002 - 06.2004
- Special education teacher of youth with disabilities (Grades 9-12)
- Provided instruction in Math and Science
- Author/Co-Director of plays for the Performance Arts Department
- Assistant coach for the junior varsity rugby team
Special Education Teacher
Education Transition Services School
, Washington
08.1999 - 02.2002
- Special education teacher of youth with disabilities (Grades 9-12)
- Provided instruction in Math and Science
- Served as the head varsity basketball coach
Education
Doctor of Education - Education Leadership
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12.2016
Master of Education - Special Education
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12.2011
Further Study (36 Hours) - Public Health
Central Michigan University
Military Annex In Washington, DC Metro AreaBachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL08.1999
Skills
- Well-versed with providing instruction in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Physics
- Well-versed with providing online instruction in Chemistry and Physics via Canvas
- Competent knowledge of autism spectrum and experienced in working with autistic students
- Well-versed in working with students with emotional disturbances
- Competent in provision of instruction with use of various modalities
- Excellent classroom management
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Competent to support social skills development
- Experience in motivating students successfully
- Well-versed in providing virtual instruction
Affiliations
Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Accomplishments
- Head Coach of Varsity Basketball Regular Season Champions - Educational Transition Services, 2002
- Assistant Coach for JV Rugby Sevens Champions - Hyde Leadership Public Charter School, 2005
- 2010 - 2011 Department Chair for Special Education Department - Wilson (now Jackson-Reed) Senior High School
- TLI (Instructional) Leader for Science Dept - Jackson-Reed 2021 - Present
References
REFERENCES:
Dr. Arthur Fields
1200 First St NE 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 442-5885
arthur.fields@k12.dc.gov
Dr. Kimberly Martin
1200 First St NE 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 270-7233
kimberly.martin@k12.dc.gov
Mr. Ronald Anthony
3950 Chesapeake Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0120
ronald.anthony@k12.dc.gov
Martial Arts
Participate in martial arts to maintain body awareness, flexibility, and self-defense skills
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Jackson-Reed Senior High School
08.2005 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Sunrise Academy
08.2004 - 06.2005
Special Education Teacher
Hyde Public Charter School
05.2002 - 06.2004
Special Education Teacher
Education Transition Services School
08.1999 - 02.2002
Doctor of Education - Education Leadership
Virginia State University
Master of Education - Special Education
Virginia State University
Further Study (36 Hours) - Public Health
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
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