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Patti Velleux

Lake Geneva,WI

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Educator

Salem School District
08.2007 - Current
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Team leader (discuss administrative expectations and implementation with colleagues, bring questions and concerns to administrative team)
  • Budget coordinator for team
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.

Online ELL Teacher

Independent Contractor For VIPKid
09.2017 - 06.2021
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
  • Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
  • Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
  • Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.

Education

Master of Arts - Literacy

Concordia University Wisconsin
Mequon, WI
07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI
12.2006

Skills

  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Positive Interactions
  • District Standards
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Smart Board
  • Google Slides
  • Interactive Media
  • Hiring Educational Staff
  • Team Collaboration
  • Remote Instruction
  • Child Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Student Records Management
  • Data Analysis

Timeline

Online ELL Teacher

Independent Contractor For VIPKid
09.2017 - 06.2021

Elementary Educator

Salem School District
08.2007 - Current

Master of Arts - Literacy

Concordia University Wisconsin

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

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