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Lawrence Ziehler
Sun Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator and leader with extensive experience at Los Angeles Unified School District, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Spearheaded interdisciplinary units and diversity initiatives, enhancing learning outcomes. Known for fostering growth mindset and cultural sensitivity, achieving notable improvements in student behavior and participation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher in Mathematics
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2003 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Dean of Students
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
John H Francis Polytechnic High School
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent incidents of bullying or harassment within the school community.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
Athletic Director
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
John H Francis Polytechnic High School
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Organized successful sporting events such as tournaments, meets, and league games that showcased athletes'' talents and achievements.
- Oversaw coach salaries, pay rates and all other program budget aspects.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources for all teams and programs.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with parents through regular communication about athlete progress and upcoming events.
- Championed the importance of sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and personal responsibility both on and off the field, setting a strong example for athletes to follow.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Collaborated with other school departments to build interdisciplinary programs that promoted overall student wellness.
Coordinator Small Learning Comunity
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
John H Francis Polytechnic High School
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
California State University, Northridge
Long Beach, CA12-2025
No Degree - Clear Credential
National University
La Jolla, CA06-2006
Master of Arts - Mathematics
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-2002
High School Diploma -
John H Francis Polytechnic High School
Sun Valley, CA06-1988
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Growth Mindset
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Cultural Sensitivity
Accomplishments
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
I was an assistant coach with my high schools football team that was an intricate role in turning the program around from an 0 - 10 season to 9 - 1 season going undefeated in league which was only the second time in school history that has happened. I have successfully guided students to attend class regularly.
Affiliations
- UTLA, CTA
Certification
- EGI certified
- CPR/AED Certification
Interests
Timeline
Athletic Director
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2019 - 02.2020
Dean of Students
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2018 - 06.2020
Coordinator Small Learning Comunity
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2018 - 06.2019
Teacher in Mathematics
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.2003 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
California State University, Northridge
No Degree - Clear Credential
National University
Master of Arts - Mathematics
California State University, Northridge
High School Diploma -
John H Francis Polytechnic High School