Patrick Joseph

Experience

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  Freelance

  Jun 2009 - May 2012

  Copywriter
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  Bearport Publishing

  Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Data Entry Specialist

  Updated spreadsheet related to images and graphics used by the publisher.

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  Dreamsoles.com LLC

  Nov 2010 - Dec 2011

  Website Content Manager

  ● Maintained database of all online sales and shipments with Magento CMS● Developed and implemented branding strategy to increase online presence● Wrote copy for nearly 100 product pages and landing pages● Supervised and trained new hire in using content management systems● Researched and utilized best SEO practices for copy writing● Delegated tasks to and coordinated efforts of web-building team

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  Champion Learning Center

  Nov 2010 - Jun 2012

  Contract Tutor

  ● Tutored students, grades K-12, in Math, Science, History and ELA● Differentiated curriculum to meet needs of struggling learners● Liaised between parents, students, teachers and tutoring organizations

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  1 on 1 Academic Tutors

  Nov 2011 - Apr 2012

  Contract Tutor

  ● Tutored students, grades K-12, in Math, Science, History and ELA● Differentiated curriculum to meet needs of struggling learners● Liaised between parents, students, teachers and tutoring organizations

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  NYC Department of Education

  Aug 2012 - Jan 2016

  Special Education Teacher

  ● Developed data-driven curricula to improve student performance on Regents exams● Designed differentiated lessons for high school students in Algebra, English, and Chemistry ● Evaluated school policies as a member of the School Leadership Team ● Counseled and mentored new hires about best teaching practices and education plans● Collaborated with various subject and grade level teams to design unit plans ● Designed and implemented professional development model-lessons ● Mediated student-to-student meetings to resolve in-school confrontations Show less

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  EBL Coaching

  Mar 2016 - Jun 2016

  Contract Special Education Teacher

  ● Differentiated curriculum to meet needs of struggling learners● Provided push-in and pull-out services for students with SETSS● Liaised between parents, students, teachers and tutoring organizations

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  The Research Alliance for New York City Schools

  Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

  Education Research Assistant

  ● Observed NYC public schools and recorded baseline data for research study● Scheduled observation site visits for Research Alliance researchers● Collaborated with supervisory staff to improve research instruments

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  Hunter College

  Feb 2017 - May 2017

  Adjunct Lecturer, Special Education

  ● Designed lessons for graduate students seeking special education license in NYC ● Collaborated with team of adjunct lecturers to develop curriculum ● Developed informal and formal preparatory assessments for edTPA ● Integrated theories of action research and critical pedagogy into instruction ● Evaluated lesson plans, unit plans, teacher reflections, and student work analysis

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  The Metropolitan Center for Research on Equity and the Transformation of Schools, NYU

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  Education Researcher

  ● Using qualitative research methods, investigated culturally responsive education (CRE) practices and protocols for establishment of an NYCDOE Office of CRE ● Using qualitative research methods, investigated best practices for rapid-response research partnerships and coalition-building training methods ● Developed informational deliverables on research findings for presentation to partner organizations

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  Manhattan Borough President's Office

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  Senior Education Policy Analyst

  • Briefed and advised the Borough President of Manhattan, Gale A. Brewer, on various education issues, including: desegregation, admission policies, school closures, standardized testing, the Fair Student Funding formula, culturally relevant pedagogy, Carter hearings, and the school-to-prison-pipeline. • Researched and wrote memos on local and state education policies, providing data and analysis specific to the impact of these policies on schools in Manhattan. • Built and maintained up-to-date databases containing longitudinal data on all Manhattan schools, including: demographics, funding, enrollment, academic performance, admission policies, suspension rates, Renewal School benchmarks, and student socioeconomic status. • Drafted and edited public facing documents on behalf of the Manhattan Borough President’s Office, including: talking points for press conferences and legislative breakfasts; testimony for City Council hearings; letters to various city agencies; reports about Manhattan schools and relevant education policies; and drafts of quotes for press releases.• Liaised with stakeholders and government agencies, including: senators, state senators, New York City Mayor’s Office, New York City Council, New York City Department of Education, Community Education Councils, press, Manhattan schools, parents, and advocacy organizations. • Managed teams of interns and volunteers for various events and research projects. Show less

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  NYC Census 2020

  Oct 2019 - Aug 2020

  Grants & Policy Manager

  ● Assisted in establishing grant review, evaluation, and selection procedures for more than 150 awards valuing a total of $19 million.● Onboarded selected organizations to awards program, including training on reporting software; toolkits and resources on Census outreach; recruitment and hiring, and tactical strategies for increasing the self-response rate of historically undercounted communities.● Evaluated deliverables for grantees to ensure successful execution and accountability for award money as well as support the goal of a complete count in New York City.● Collaborating with internal teams and other stakeholders to analyze grantee data and identify important trends in engagements with historically undercounted communities. Show less

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  Center for Educational Equity

  Sept 2020 - Apr 2021

  Graduate Research Assistant

  Wrote comprehensive literature review of extant civic education studies that examined the relationship between civics and schooling.

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  Reimagine Education Summer Institute

  Apr 2021 - Aug 2021

  Assistant Coordinator

  ● Assisted in managing the hiring process for over 40 experienced facilitators who were tasked with training nearly 500 teachers from around the United States in anti-racism.● Supported with the development of an anti-racist curriculum for facilitators and co-trained facilitators alongside the Lead Coordinator and Curriculum Developer.

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  Community Service Society of New York

  Jan 2022 - Nov 2022

  Education Policy Analyst

  ● Developed an education policy agenda to address systemic oppression of young people in New York City and in New York State. ● Led research and analysis efforts in multiple policy portfolios including education, criminal justice, and technology. ● Designed and conducted independent research on New York City schools.● Wrote public facing documents including City Council testimony, research briefs on annual survey findings, and op-ed columns.● Built relationships with nonprofit organizations, elected officials, and government agencies. Show less

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  The Opportunity Network

  Oct 2023 - Jan 2024

  Curriculum Coordinator

  ● Developed curriculum for college students focused on financial literacy and executive functioning skills.● Advised caseload of 38 college students on mental health, study habits, and career planning.● Trained facilitators on curriculum and best teaching practices.

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  Communities United for Police Reform

  Feb 2024 - now

  Special Project Coordinator