Maggie Zaretz
Medina,OH
Summary
I strive to create a classroom environment that connects learning to students' everyday lives. My goal is to help students understand, relate to, and care about what they are learning. I am an educator who is dedicated to nurturing thoughtful, active members of society who feel empowered to bring about the changes they wish to see in the world. My instructional approach incorporates democratic practices that honor and include the diverse experiences of all scholars. Central to my teaching is inquiry-based learning, allowing students to explore content in meaningful ways. Additionally, I integrate differentiation techniques into every lesson to meet the needs of all learners. These tools ensure that every student has access to the content and the opportunity to succeed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th, 6th, & 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Breakthrough Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Instruct multiple sections of grade-level history with differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning needs
- Monitor & evaluate student performance via weekly data meetings, lesson planning, and assessments (Exit Tickets, I-Ready diagnostics)
- Collaborate with classroom staff and Intervention Specialists to support 30+ students with IEPs and 504s
- Build meaningful relationships with students, leading to top network test results and recognition as February 2024’s student-voted 'Teacher of the Month'
- Partner with families to reinforce learning beyond the classroom
Student Teacher, 10th Grade American History
Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Supported classroom operations during Fall 2021; independently led four sections from January–April 2022
- Designed and implemented lesson plans, assessments, and inquiry-based activities
- Applied differentiation, social justice-oriented instruction, and backwards design
- Supported 30+ students with IEPs/504s and designed enrichment for gifted learners
Religious School Teacher
Temple Israel of Columbus
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Led a class of 18 kindergarteners and supervised 4 teenage helpers
- Created an inclusive space for children from diverse Jewish and interfaith families
- Taught values of community, peace, and perseverance
Program Leader
After School All Stars: Ohio
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Built relationships with adolescents to promote literacy and historical understanding
- Designed and delivered company-wide Black History Month curriculum
- Led weekly social-emotional health discussions for class of 15 middle school students
Head Counselor
Wee Friends Day Camp
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Supervised 10 three-year-olds and guided 3 teen counselors
- Communicated with parents about children’s development
- Managed daily activities including sports, music, and crafts
Education
Master of Education - Integrated Social Studies
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2021
Skills
- Student engagement
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Academic record keeping
- Faculty collaboration
- Multicultural education
Certification
- 5 year Professional Adolescence to Young Adult License, Integrated Social Studies - Expires June 30, 2029
- 4 Year Pupil Activity Permit - Expires June 30, 2027
Timeline
5th, 6th, & 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Breakthrough Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Religious School Teacher
Temple Israel of Columbus
11.2021 - 05.2022
Student Teacher, 10th Grade American History
Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
Program Leader
After School All Stars: Ohio
09.2020 - 05.2021
Head Counselor
Wee Friends Day Camp
07.2020 - 08.2020
Master of Education - Integrated Social Studies
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University
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