Ava Zenobi
Belle Vernon,PA
Summary
Motivated and adaptive educator with strong organizational and classroom management skills, committed to fostering student success through engaging instruction and collaborative support. Builds teacher-student relationships rooted in trust, mutual responsibility, and student voice. Skilled in adapting to diverse learner needs and managing fast-paced classroom settings while maintaining positive relationships with students and staff.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Belle Vernon Area School District
Belle Vernon, PA
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and staff to ensure continuity of instruction and support student success by addressing both academic and behavioral challenges.
- Promoted and maintained a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment by establishing and enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Enforced classroom routines and rules to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
- Provided instruction, guidance, and feedback on activities or assignments given by the regular teacher.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage student disputes.
Athlete (Sales Associate)
Nike Factory Store
Washington, PA
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service, contributing to a welcoming, inclusive,and dynamic retail environment.
- Processed purchases, returns, and exchanges efficiently, using cash, credit cards, and mobile payments, while adhering to company policies.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and appealing sales floor by arranging displays, restocking inventory, and ensuring proper signage and labeling.
- Collaborated with teammates to execute store goals, support peak busy times, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Women's Basketball Manager
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided logistical support to the team by organizing equipment, setting up equipment, operating game clocks, ensuring buzzers and timers were accurate and functioning, and videoing games.
- Fostered a positive environment by motivating players, addressing their concerns, and ensuring team morale remained high.
Business Office Assistant
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Organized and maintained physical filing systems for financial records, invoices, and student accounts, ensuring accuracy and easy retrieval.
- Provided friendly and professional service to staff, faculty, and students by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns.
- Served as the first point of contact for visitors to the Business Office, assisting with requests and directing them to appropriate resources or personnel.
- Collaborated with team members to improve organizational workflows.
Salad Bar Supervisor
Hoss's Steak and Sea House
Belle Vernon, PA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Designed and maintained salad bar layout, ensuring adherence to company quality and presentation standards.
- Multitasked by prioritizing tasks during shifts, balancing food preparation, restocking, customer assistance, putting away dishes, and sanitation duties to ensure seamless operations.
- Identified and resolved organizational challenges, streamlining operations for peak hours and high-traffic days.
- Monitored inventory levels, organized backstock, and implemented restocking systems to minimize downtime and waste.
- Assisted guests with inquiries about salad bar offerings, addressed dietary or allergen concerns, provided recommendations, and maintained a friendly, welcoming demeanor.
Education
Teacher Certification - Education
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA12-2024
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)
- Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Basic graphic design (Canva)
- Complex Problem-solving
- Record keeping
- Organized
- Detail-oriented
- Emotional Intelligence
- Communication
- Innovative thinking
- Collaborative
- Leadership
- Prioritization
- Resourcefulness
- Goal setting
- Openness to feedback
- Accountability
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Belle Vernon Area School District
02.2025 - 11.2025
Athlete (Sales Associate)
Nike Factory Store
02.2023 - 04.2024
Women's Basketball Manager
Washington & Jefferson College
10.2022 - 03.2023
Business Office Assistant
Washington & Jefferson College
08.2022 - 12.2022
Salad Bar Supervisor
Hoss's Steak and Sea House
01.2020 - 08.2022
Teacher Certification - Education
Point Park University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Washington & Jefferson College