Patrick O'Leary
Midlothian,TX
Summary
I have recently retired as a passionate, dedicated EDUCATOR seeking a position as an Detention Service Officer. My wife has been working at the Dallas County Jail as a DSO for the past two years and has convinced me that it is a great way to continue to contribute to building a positive society.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Midlothian Independent School District
08.2017 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
Special Education Teacher
Waxahachie Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Irving Independent School District
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Special Education Teaching Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA06-2004
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06-1990
Skills
- Motivational skills
- Historical analysis
- Peer collaboration
- Student engagement
- Ethical behavior
- Cross-curricular connections
- Teaching techniques
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Texas Teaching Certificates-
- Social Studies 8-12
- Social Studies 4-8
- History 8-12
- Gifted and Talented EC-12
- Special Education K-12
Languages
English - Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Spanish - Intermediate
Limited Working
Korean
Elementary
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Midlothian Independent School District
08.2017 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
Waxahachie Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
Special Education Teacher
Irving Independent School District
05.2014 - 08.2016
Special Education Teaching Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University, San Bernardino
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