Zachary Tenhave
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seasoned Mathematics Teacher with depth in curriculum development and lesson planning. Experience includes creating engaging lessons that foster student curiosity and improve understanding of mathematical concepts. Strengths lie in ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles, encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving skills and fostering collaborative learning environment. Previous roles have resulted in improved student performance and enthusiasm for mathematics.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher at Gus Garcia MS
Edgewood ISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Integrated technology and hands-on learning to accommodate multiple intelligences.
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations, and standardized assessments.
- Monitored student performance, providing frequent feedback for improvements.
Boot Specialist
Cavender's Boot City
San Antonio, TX
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Instruct sales staff in color coordination of clothing racks or counter displays.
- Change or rotate window displays, interior display areas, or signage to reflect changes in inventory or promotion.
- Consult with advertising or sales staff to determine the type of merchandise to be featured, and the time and place for each display.
- Obtain plans from display designers or display managers, and discuss their implementation with clients or supervisors.
- Respond to customers' or shippers' questions and complaints regarding storage and distribution services.
- Confer with department heads to coordinate warehouse activities, such as production, sales, records control, or purchasing.
- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
Long-Term Substitute at Churchill HS
Northeast Independent School District
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Instructed and communicated with culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse students
- Demonstrated commitment to continued learning through active participation in professional development opportunities, staff, and department meetings
- Integrate technology into lessons to engage learners, including the use of chrome books, Prezi, smart boards, goggle classroom
Contracted Teacher at Saint Anthony Catholic HS
Archdiocese of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Included supplemental materials for math courses, improving student participation while reducing classroom disruptions
- Taught and modified various math course and materials used in grades ninth through twelfth to fulfill the requirements and learning needs of students
- Delivered wide-ranging lessons using real-life applications for better understanding of students
Credit Card Sales Representative
Bass Pro Shops
San Antonio, TX
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Built relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service and support.
- Created marketing materials to promote products, services and benefits of credit cards.
- Reviewed credit history to determine eligibility for certain types of cards.
- Assisted customers in making informed decisions on the best credit card product for their needs.
- Trained and equipped new team members to sell credit cards to consumers by modeling sales approach followed by supporting and coaching trainees in initial sales efforts.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher at Mac Arthur HS
Northeast Independent School District
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Remained available for long-term substitution needs in various classrooms
- Evaluated student progress and prepared test and quizzes to determine accurate comprehension
- Ensured that students were welcomed into a supportive learning environment
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Documented student growth, material mastery, and engagement sharing information with students, parents, and teachers to improve student effectiveness in the course and gain self-confidence
- Brainstormed with students in setting academic and career goals, designing customized materials based on students' interests
Tutor
Kimono Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked with young children on pre-reading and number skills in addition to older students on higher-level math
- Assess students' mathematics and reading abilities and adapting future assessments to achieve higher grade level comprehension
Customer Service Representative
Cabela's
Rapid City, SD
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Exceeded established service goals while leveraging customer service, sales and employee management best practices.
- Enhanced productivity and customer service levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Freelance Tutor
Rapid City, SD
08.2014 - 05.2020
- Ran and operated a profitable tutoring business for 6 years, helping on average 10 students per week
- Raised school grade one whole grade level for many of my students
Assistant Store Manager
SKECHERS Retail
Rapid City, SD
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted in recruiting efforts by interviewing candidates for open positions in the store.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
Assistant Store Manager
BootBarn
Rapid City , SD
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
- Coached and developed store associates through formal and informal interactions.
- Created promotional campaigns to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Education
Master of Arts - Mathematics (Secondary)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Secondary)
Black Hills State University
Rapid City, SD05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Black Hills State University
Rapid City, SDSkills
- Summative assessment
- Mathematical concepts
- Project-based learning
- In-depth subject expertise
- Data-driven decision making
- Expert problem solving
- Real-world application
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- Texas Department of Education - Mathematics, 7-12 One-Year Certification, 08/01/24, 08/31/25
- Utah Department of Education - Mathematics, 7-12, 03/28/24, 06/30/29
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher at Gus Garcia MS
Edgewood ISD
08.2024 - 12.2024
Long-Term Substitute at Churchill HS
Northeast Independent School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
Contracted Teacher at Saint Anthony Catholic HS
Archdiocese of San Antonio
08.2022 - 05.2023
Boot Specialist
Cavender's Boot City
05.2022 - 05.2024
Long-Term Substitute Teacher at Mac Arthur HS
Northeast Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
08.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor
Kimono Learning Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
Credit Card Sales Representative
Bass Pro Shops
05.2020 - 08.2022
Customer Service Representative
Cabela's
05.2018 - 08.2020
Assistant Store Manager
SKECHERS Retail
05.2017 - 05.2018
Assistant Store Manager
BootBarn
05.2015 - 05.2017
Freelance Tutor
08.2014 - 05.2020
- Texas Department of Education - Mathematics, 7-12 One-Year Certification, 08/01/24, 08/31/25
- Utah Department of Education - Mathematics, 7-12, 03/28/24, 06/30/29
Master of Arts - Mathematics (Secondary)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Secondary)
Black Hills State University
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Black Hills State University
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