Idan Zelenko
Los Altos,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator and leader with proven expertise in individualized instruction and special education, honed at Helios School and through self-employment. Excelled in creating environments for social and emotional growth and enhancing student skills through creative curriculum planning and personalized study plans. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication and project management, significantly improving learning outcomes.
Teacher for gifted students with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeroom Teacher & Math Instructor
Helios School
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced critical thinking skills by challenging students with thought-provoking questions during class discussions.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students could succeed academically.
- Promoted a safe and positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and enforcing consistent discipline.
- Organized extracurricular activities and clubs to enhance student engagement in the school community beyond academics.
- Coordinated field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, broadening students'' understanding of subject material through experiential learning.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster an open and supportive school community.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching methods.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Tutor Mentor
Self-employeed
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Coordinated parent meetings, discussing student progress and developing individualized solutions to areas of concern.
- Taught students remotely via live video sessions.
Mentor Teacher
Helios School
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over five students falling behind in executive functioning skills.
Shift Supervisor
Falafel Stop
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Fremont Adult & Continuing Education
Fremont, CA06.2018
Skills
- Special education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Study plan development
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Writing tutoring
- Lesson planning
Languages
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Homeroom Teacher & Math Instructor
Helios School
08.2022 - Current
Tutor Mentor
Self-employeed
04.2020 - 08.2022
Mentor Teacher
Helios School
03.2018 - 03.2020
Shift Supervisor
Falafel Stop
03.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of The Pacific
High School Diploma -
Fremont Adult & Continuing Education