Addy Lozano
Wasilla,AK
Summary
Dedicated educator with 19 years of experience in middle school science and a strong STEM background (BS, Fisheries Science). Expertise in academic coaching, program facilitation, and student supervision. Extensive experience in cross-cultural communication, including work in rural Alaska and as an Environmental Educator in the Peace Corps. Skilled in creating engaging lessons and identifying student needs to enhance learning outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Science Teacher
Anchorage School District (ASD)
Anchorage, AK
08.2006 - 05.2025
- Diverse Student Management & Instruction: Employed for 8 years at Begich Middle School, successfully teaching 6th-grade science to an exceptionally diverse and multilingual student population by utilizing differentiated instruction and culturally responsive teaching methods.
- Curriculum Expertise: Provided 19 years of classroom instruction in key foundational sciences, including Chemistry, Genetics, Geology, Astronomy, and Marine Biology, preparing students for advanced high school coursework.
- STEM Programming: Developed and instructed specialized curricula for a year-long STEM class and four years of Marine Biology, demonstrating proven ability to engage students in demanding, project-based science courses.
- Classroom/Residential Management: Maintained a consistently safe, productive, and culturally respectful learning environment by implementing clear classroom routines, effective behavior management techniques, and consistent professional boundaries.
Commercial Fishing
Family Operation
Egegik, USA
06.2000 - 09.2005
- Gained 5 years of direct experience working in a rural Alaska village setting (Egegik, Bristol Bay), fostering an intimate understanding of the cultural and economic realities facing Alaska Native and rural youth.
- Demonstrated commitment, physical endurance, and teamwork by working in a demanding, high-stakes seasonal industry.
Environmental Educator
Peace Corps
, Paraguay, South America
08.2000 - 01.2002
- Designed and led community-based environmental education programs, demonstrating cross-cultural communication and leadership in a challenging, resource-limited environment.
- Managed long-term projects and adapted instructional materials to meet the specific needs and context of the local community.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR05.2000
Skills
- STEM integration
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Differentiated instruction
- Curricular development
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability in instruction
- Environmental awareness
- Lesson implementation
- Lesson planning
- Inquiry-based teaching
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- Alaska Teaching Certification
- Alaska Driver's License
Academic Support Coaching
- Leveraged a BS in Fisheries Science (OSU) and 19 years of classroom experience to provide expert academic coaching in core STEM fields, including Chemistry, Genetics, Marine Biology, and Physical Sciences (Geology/Astronomy).
- Designed and implemented tutoring strategies focusing on advanced lab skills and scientific inquiry (Nature of Science), effectively bridging the gap between middle school foundational knowledge and ANSEP's high school and college-level coursework.
Timeline
Middle School Science Teacher
Anchorage School District (ASD)
08.2006 - 05.2025
Environmental Educator
Peace Corps
08.2000 - 01.2002
Commercial Fishing
Family Operation
06.2000 - 09.2005
Master of Arts - Teaching
Alaska Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Fisheries Science
Oregon State University