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MARIA ZUNIGA-VAN ZYCK

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

Facilitate an effective and fun learning environment where students feel safe to grow and learn academically and socially.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Cobb County Schools
01.2020 - Current
  • Currently serving as a third grade supply teacher at Frey Elementary School
  • Serve as a substitute teacher in various grade levels
  • Served as a first grade supply teacher at Frey Elementary School
  • Served as a kindergarten supply teacher at Frey Elementary School

Career Break

Self-employeed
05.2014 - 12.2020

Intentional pause in order to focus on full time caregiving of children.

Teacher

David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Taught third grade ESOL students as well as students having been retained due to the FCAT
  • Served as third grade chair
  • Facilitated collaborative learning groups based on student needs
  • Collaborated with my third grade team in developing effective lesson plans and activities
  • Facilitated 'Breakfast Club' meetings to provide parents support and resources
  • Co-Ambassador for the United Way Teacher and Student Campaign

Teacher

Lakeview Elementary
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade, all subjects
  • Served as 4th and 5th grade level chair
  • Before school FCAT tutoring for 3rd grade
  • Assisted in coordinating the Science Fair
  • Student teaching assignment in a 3rd grade TEAM (Teaching Enrichment Activities to Minorities) class

Education

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education ( Grades 1-6 - ESOL Endorsed)

Florida International University
Miami, FL
01.2000

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Data Presentation
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

Georgia Educator Certificate, 07/01/23

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Cobb County Schools
01.2020 - Current

Career Break

Self-employeed
05.2014 - 12.2020

Teacher

David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
01.2007 - 01.2014

Teacher

Lakeview Elementary
01.2000 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education ( Grades 1-6 - ESOL Endorsed)

Florida International University

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Florida
MARIA ZUNIGA-VAN ZYCK