Patricia Muniru
Gaithersburg
Summary
Skilled Elementary Teacher knowledgeable about building strong verbal and written communication skills in elementary students. Familiar with curriculum selection, lesson planning and classroom management. Desiring to contribute 21 years of experience to long-term position. Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
Silver Spring
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development for the 5th grade math and science classes.
- Prepared, administered and graded assignments and examinations.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Danville District #118
Danville
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Conferences.
Elementary School Teacher
Danville District #118
Danville
08.2009 - 06.2018
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Glen Burnie
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.2004
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Organizational ability
- Response-to-intervention understanding
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Student assessments
- Social emotional learning
Reading books
In my spare time I love to read books.
Unit Leader
- I have been the 5th grade Unit Leader for the past 2 years.
Timeline
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Danville District #118
08.2018 - 06.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Danville District #118
08.2009 - 06.2018
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Illinois University
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