Patricia Bishop
East Stroudsburg
Summary
Dedicated Second Grade Teacher with expertise in Science of Reading, lesson plan development, and technology integration. Committed to fostering a positive classroom environment that encourages collaboration and student engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
St. Benedict's Preparatory School
Newark, NJ
08.2010 - Current
- Delivered explicit, systematic phonics instruction using Really Great Reading and Heggarty, deeply rooted in the Science of Reading, to improve foundational literacy skills.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
- Led initiatives to improve literacy outcomes through targeted reading programs.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Second Grade
St. Joseph Elementary School
Maplewood, NJ
08.2003 - 06.2010
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed Reading Buddy Program with 2nd and 8th grade students to generate cooperative learning and reading fluency
- Created lessons in math, grammar, science, social studies, and reading using SMARTboard, interactive white board, to engage and motivate students learning
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University
Union, NJ08-1999
Skills
- Science of Reading (SOR)
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson plan development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Technology integration
- Hands-On Instruction
Accomplishments
- Earned "St. Benedict's Preparatory School Raymond J. Sachs Memorial Award for Distinguished Teaching" in June 2021.
Certification
- Certified- State of New Jersey, Standard Certificate, Elementary Education Teacher Issued 07/01
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
St. Benedict's Preparatory School
08.2010 - Current
Second Grade
St. Joseph Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University