PATRICK RAFTERY
Woburn,MA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Leader
CIEE
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Chaperoned group flights for U.S.-based participants traveling to and from the program site.
- Helped local CIEE center staff with program logistics, group management and leading cultural activities.
- Engaged with participants in the target language both inside and outside of class.
Interim Elm Community Support
Somerville High School
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, and faculty, to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
RISE Academic Tutor
Somerville High School
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Tutored a diverse group of students to strengthen subject comprehension and build important learning skills.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning process by setting goals and tracking their progress.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive and positive learning environment.
SPELL Paraprofessional
Somerville High School
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Translated math lectures for ESL students in real-time.
- Provided academic support for ESL students in both geometry and algebra.
- Assisted teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Worked closely with lead teacher to manage the classroom and engage students with subject material.
Spanish Teacher
Lighthouse Holyoke
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Taught students how to read, write, and speak in Spanish.
- Engaged students in Spanish through audio, video, and literary formats.
- Provided cultural and historical context of Spanish speaking countries.
Learning Lab Tutor
Somerville High School
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Helped students troubleshoot issues with equipment.
- Facilitated group work during lab sessions to foster collaboration among students.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, helping students better grasp certain concepts more easily.
Camp Counselor
JCC Greater Boston
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model by demonstrating leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents.
Radiology Transporter
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Summer Health Corps
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Transported patients across hospital grounds in a safe and timely manner.
- Complied with all hospital safety protocols during patient transfers, minimizing risk of injuries or accidents.
- Acquired 125 hours of community service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst05.2025
Skills
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Individual Tutoring
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
LANGUAGES
SPANISH
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Program Leader
CIEE
06.2024 - 07.2024
Interim Elm Community Support
Somerville High School
02.2024 - 06.2024
RISE Academic Tutor
Somerville High School
02.2023 - 02.2024
SPELL Paraprofessional
Somerville High School
07.2022 - 08.2022
Spanish Teacher
Lighthouse Holyoke
03.2022 - 06.2022
Learning Lab Tutor
Somerville High School
04.2021 - 06.2021
Camp Counselor
JCC Greater Boston
06.2019 - 08.2019
Radiology Transporter
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Summer Health Corps
07.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Massachusetts Amherst