Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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SHITAL PATEL

Coppell,TX

Summary

Experienced professional with over 12 years of successful ownership and operation of a Mathnasium Learning Center, along with a total of 21 years in the education industry. Highly adaptable and dedicated individual with strong skills in managing administrative and sales operations, as well as personnel. Proficient in training, motivating, and supporting staff members. Adept problem-solver committed to reducing costs and improving organizational efficiency. Utilizes independent decision-making and sound judgment to drive company success.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

FRANCHISE BUSINESS OWNER/DIRECTOR

Mathnasium
08.2011 - 09.2023
  • Manage and oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations in the center
  • Screen, hire, train, and schedule employees to effectively provide individualized instruction in a group setting via in-center, online, and/or hybrid delivery using the Mathnasium Method
  • Lead and motivate team members by developing them professionally and personally
  • Market the Mathnasium program by building school and community relationships
  • Conduct sales by promptly responding to leads and successfully enrolling students
  • Administer student assessments, identify learning gaps, and develop customized learning plans
  • Provide exceptional customer service by building relationships with families and communicating student progress
  • Monitor and grow overall center performance metrics, including profitability and student success
  • Become proficient with digital educational materials and processes
  • Support the maintenance of a safe and professional learning environment

Mathematics Instruction and Curriculum Turnaround

Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL)
06.2008 - 06.2011

Provide coaching to all math team members including Special Education teachers at a
turnaround high school. Specifically target coaching around the four Danielson Domains,
targeting Data Driven Instruction within specific Danielson Domains. Responsibilities
include delivering daily verbal feedback to teachers regarding strategies-based action steps
they should employ to continue to progress in the Teacher Development Process around all
four Danielson Domains. As a Turnaround Coach, I sat on the school’s Instructional
Leadership Team, collaborated with the paired content Administrator to offer targeted
coaching to teachers, and report out during AUSL Dialogues. As a content area expert, the
Turnaround Coach designs, edits, and revises AUSL Curricular Projects and gathers teams
of teachers to complete tools that will inform instruction. Work with other content-related
Turnaround Coach to oversee the development and revision of curriculum & assessment projects for the
content area. Maintain with other content-related Turnaround Coach a Google Site for the content area
accessible to all AUSL High Schools. Lead project teams as new projects arise and projects in development
need revision.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Build conceptual curriculum that is aligned to the NWEA
Annual training at the leadership summit
Haberman trained
Data Dialogues, Weekly common planning, department meetings (assist team lead)
Technology

  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Mathematics Instructor (9 Th - 12 Th Grades)

CICS Northtown Academy
09.2005 - 06.2008
  • Designed materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of tricky mathematical concepts such as [Type].
  • Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for [Type] math course.
  • Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
  • Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum.
  • Implemented innovative resources such as videos, metaphors and real-life scenarios to illustrate course concepts and engage students.
  • Identified and chose best textbooks for students learning math at [Type] level.
  • Pursued professional development opportunities such as [Type] to learn new teaching strategies for [Type] courses.
  • Provided individualized support to students struggling with mathematical concepts, improving overall comprehension.
  • Implemented inquiry-based learning strategies within the classroom, encouraging critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities among students.
  • Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for success in the mathematics classroom.
  • Streamlined grading procedures utilizing technology-based tools, increasing efficiency while maintaining accuracy of evaluation measures.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and goals for mathematics education.
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making processes based on pre-and post-assessment results to inform future instruction planning efforts effectively.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication, inclusion, and respect among students.

Mathematics & Science Department Chair (Summer)

CICS Northtown Academy
07.2006 - 07.2007
  • Led successful initiatives focused on increasing student participation in science clubs, competitions, and events, enhancing overall engagement with STEM subjects.
  • Developed robust assessment tools, allowing for accurate measurement of student progress and growth in scientific understanding.
  • Fostered partnerships with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in science-related industries.
  • Elevated Science Department''s performance by implementing strategic plans and setting clear goals.
  • Mentored junior faculty members, providing guidance on teaching methods and classroom management strategies.
  • Evaluated faculty performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching for professional development.

Education

Master of Science - Instruction And Curriculum Leadership

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas
05-2002

Skills

  • Self-driven and accountable
  • Quick adaptation to new and changing environments
  • Effective in both independent and team-based work
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Operational efficiency enhancement
  • Detailed account reconciliation
  • Employee selection
  • Detail-oriented planner
  • Skilled in QuickBooks accounting software
  • Salesforce CRM knowledge
  • Payroll management
  • Customer relations
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Persistent and focused
  • Organized task prioritization
  • Employee onboarding facilitation
  • Quality improvement
  • Project coordination
  • Strategic business development
  • Organizational administration skills

Accomplishments

  • Mathnasium "Master Certified" Center Director
  • Earned "Top Center Growth" recognition from Mathnasium HQ-2014
  • Consistently named as "Bronze Revenue Center" - 2014-2023
  • Voted "Best Math Tutoring of Denton County" - 2016 - 2023

Languages

Gujarati
Full Professional

Interests

  • Planning travel and event itineraries
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Hiking
  • Cooking and expanding my culinary skills
  • Pilates

Timeline

FRANCHISE BUSINESS OWNER/DIRECTOR

Mathnasium
08.2011 - 09.2023

Mathematics Instruction and Curriculum Turnaround

Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL)
06.2008 - 06.2011

Mathematics & Science Department Chair (Summer)

CICS Northtown Academy
07.2006 - 07.2007

Mathematics Instructor (9 Th - 12 Th Grades)

CICS Northtown Academy
09.2005 - 06.2008

Master of Science - Instruction And Curriculum Leadership

University of Memphis

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education

University of Central Arkansas