Patrick Cunningham
Conway ,AR
Summary
Dynamic and engaging educator with experience at Ellen Smith Elementary and within GreenBriar School District adept in classroom management and lesson planning. Excelled in creating immersive learning experiences, fostering teamwork, and promoting a positive learning environment. Demonstrated ability to meet individual student needs through differentiated instruction and behavioral modeling, enhancing student engagement and achievement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Ellen Smith Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Camp Counselor
City of Sherwood
05.2014 - 05.2018
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
First Baptist Church of Sherwood
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Student advocacy
- Behavioral modeling
- Group and individual teaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive learning environment
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Ellen Smith Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
City of Sherwood
05.2014 - 05.2018
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
First Baptist Church of Sherwood
08.2011 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
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