K Marie D. Zambas

· Implements Kagan collaborative learning structure

-Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.

- participates in weekly Professional Learning Community with ELA teachers

• Enhanced classroom collaboration through implementation of group projects and team-building activities.

· Enhanced student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.

· Created engaging writing prompts that encouraged students to develop critical thinking skills and articulate their thoughts clearly.

• Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication about student progress and academic achievements.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Assisted in school-wide literacy initiatives, promoting a culture of reading throughout entire campus community.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Provided individualized support for struggling learners through targeted interventions and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
• Boosted students'' critical thinking abilities by implementing engaging activities and analyzing complex texts.
• Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and ELA instruction.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to assess student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
• Established positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
• Organized successful events like poetry slams or author visits to further engage students in world of literature and language arts.
• Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by incorporating diverse literature selections into curriculum.
• Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and meet needs of all students in classroom.
• Contributed to ongoing curriculum review processes, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevancy for 21st-century learners.
• Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
• Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
• Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
• Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
• Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
• Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
• Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
• Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
• Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
• Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
• Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
• Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
• Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
• Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
• Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
• Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
• Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
• Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.

• Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational research, trends, and best practices for teaching generalist subjects.
• Introduced creative teaching strategies to engage students with different learning styles and abilities.
• Contributed to development of school-wide programs aimed at promoting character education and social-emotional growth among students.
• Evaluated student performance with ongoing assessments, ensuring timely intervention for struggling learners.
• Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations, fostering mutual respect, and providing consistent feedback on student performance.
• Organized after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for students requiring extra assistance.
• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
• Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
• Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
• Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
• Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
• Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
• Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
• Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
• Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
• Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
• Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
• Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.

• Teaching 6th grade English Language Arts
• Promoted growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
• Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
• Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
• Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on teaching strategies and best practices for ELA education.
• Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of connection between subjects.
• Integrated real-world connections into lessons, helping students see relevance of ELA topics to their daily lives.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
• Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
• Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
• Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
• Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
• Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.

• Teaching 11th grade Practical Research 1 (Qualitative)
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
• Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to overall school climate.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
• Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

• Teaching 11th grade Oral Communication
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

• Organized twice a year musical plays for school community
• Trained students on how to organize stage plays by assigning roles to each

• compiled a Speech book for 5th and 6th graders targeting elements of public speaking and performances
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.

• Managed budgets, resources, and personnel efficiently to maximize educational opportunities for all students.
• Implemented innovative instructional practices such as project-based learning to foster critical thinking skills in students.
• Championed equity initiatives resulting in more inclusive policies and practices throughout school community.
• Fostered growth mindset within school community empowering both staff members and students to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Enhanced school culture by implementing positive behavior support strategies and fostering open communication with staff, students, and parents.
• Oversaw integration of technology into classroom instruction providing access to digital resources that enhanced learning experiences for all students.
• Developed comprehensive professional development plan focused on improving teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Streamlined scheduling procedures to maximize instructional time while balancing diverse needs of students, teachers, and support staff.
• Strengthened parent engagement by organizing regular community events and establishing clear channels of communication between school and home.
• Promoted safe learning environment by implementing school-wide safety protocols and addressing concerns promptly.
• Established high expectations for academic performance, leading to improved standardized test scores across all grade levels.
• Evaluated staff performance, provided constructive feedback, and supported professional development opportunities that contributed to overall school success.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to address individual student needs effectively using a collaborative approach among teachers, specialists, counselors, and parentsguardians.
• Championed a culture of continuous improvement by utilizing data analysis and evaluation tools in the pursuit of educational excellence.
• Led successful accreditation processes ensuring continued compliance with state standards and regulations.
• Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
• Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
• Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
• Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
• Introduced modifications to curriculum and introduced new, effective instructional techniques.

• Teaching Pre-K and Kinder in all subjects
• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments among employees.
• Enforced organizational rules and incorporated policy changes into departments' day-to-day activities.
• Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and success.
• Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction through proactive problem-solving measures and excellent communication strategies
• Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
• Implemented staff training programs that enhanced skills and increased overall productivity within the department.
• Cultivated collaborative, performance-oriented culture to keep team motivated and enthusiastic about achieving shared goals.
• Maximized team performance by hiring, training and disciplining staff to consistently exceed expectations.
• Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating work based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
• Championed change management initiatives that successfully integrated new policies and procedures within the department culture.
• Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing stakeholder concerns
• Organized extracurricular activities and clubs, enhancing students'' social skills and personal interests outside of academics.
• Collaborated with department personnel to coordinate multifaceted solutions to emerging problems.
• Promoted a culture of respect and empathy within the classroom, encouraging healthy peer-to-peer interactions among diverse learners.
• Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, conferences, and collaborating with other educators in the field.
• Mentored new teachers in effective teaching practices, contributing to the overall success of the school community.
• Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

• implemented the Job Enabling English Proficiency (JEEP) program sponsored by USAID
• Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
• Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
• Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
• Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
• Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
• Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
• Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.

• Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
• Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
• Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
• Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
• Supervised small reading groups of students.
• Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.

• Monitored key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Organized successful events and initiatives, promoting community engagement and increasing brand visibility.
• Boosted employee morale with regular recognition of achievements and personalized feedback.
• Mentored junior team members to support their professional development goals while enhancing overall team capabilities.

• Teaching Special Speech classes for 1st grade-6th grade
• Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Established positive relationships with parents, maintaining regular communication to discuss student progress, concerns, and goals.
• Promoted safe, inclusive environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves and participating in class discussions.