Patricia Wacker
Centreville
Summary
Always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher / FCPS
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate student engagement and learning in various subjects.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive and productive learning environment.
- Supported regular teachers by executing daily lesson plans and maintaining continuity in instruction.
Babysitter
Tammie Nichols
Centreville, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised children, ensuring safety and well-being in various environments.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted social skills and creativity.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
- Managed daily routines to maintain structure and discipline among children.
- Before and after school care.
Recess Monitor
Centreville Elementary
Centreville
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Supervised students in various settings, including the playground and cafeteria, ensuring safety and promoting positive behavior.
- Monitored students during recess, helping to prevent accidents and ensuring proper decision-making.
- Assisted with preschool classes in the morning, offering support as needed.
- Served as a substitute teacher for various grade levels, providing coverage for classes in both short-term and full-day assignments.
- Supported special needs classes on an as-needed basis, providing additional assistance and guidance.
- Managed the Kiss-n-Ride station after school, ensuring students’ safe departure.
Camp Counselor, Social Skills for Life
Gina Ferrara
Falls Church, VA
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised and ensured the safety and well-being of campers, aged 2-18, with a focus on children with special needs or on the autism spectrum.
- Fostered a positive, inclusive environment where campers could build connections, improve communication skills, and enjoy activities that supported their social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute daily activities, tailored to the weekly theme, including bowling, baking, arts and crafts, playground time, and communication-focused games.
- Promoted teamwork, responsibility, and fun while encouraging campers to engage with their peers and participate actively in all camp events.
- Actively worked with campers to help develop social skills and create lasting friendships in a supportive and safe environment.
- Email: socialskillsforlife2018@gmail.com
Babysitter
Katie Burrell
Fairfax, VA
01.2017 - 2026
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Office Assistant
State Farm Insurance
Fairfax, VA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
Movie Theater Employee
Cinemark
Centreville, VA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Welcomed guests to theater with friendly demeanor and smile and directed to screening rooms.
- Maintained lobby, hallway, and auditorium cleanliness using various sanitation practices.
- Worked with other staff members for smooth theater operations.
- Stocked and organized concession supplies to provide customers with food and beverage options.
- Provided customer service by selling tickets and merchandise, answering questions, and distributing programs.
- Sold admission, processed payments, and issued tickets.
Education
Centreville High Schools
Centreville, VA06.2021
No Degree - Communications
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.2022
Centreville High Schools
Centreville, VA06.2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Creativity in teaching
- Elementary education
- Multi-subject instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher / FCPS
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Tammie Nichols
08.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor, Social Skills for Life
Gina Ferrara
07.2023 - 08.2025
Recess Monitor
Centreville Elementary
04.2023 - 06.2025
Office Assistant
State Farm Insurance
01.2021 - 01.2022
Movie Theater Employee
Cinemark
01.2020 - 01.2021
Babysitter
Katie Burrell
01.2017 - 2026
Centreville High Schools
No Degree - Communications
East Carolina University
Centreville High Schools