Mark Kutzmer
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
Dedicated Classroom Instructor with many years of experience. Created curriculum and followed lesson plans to teach classes, engage students in projects and activities and achieve maximal individual growth in collaboration with parents, guardians, and school faculty. Caring, experienced professional teaching students invaluable life skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Walking Volunteer
Pima Animal Care Center
Tucson, AZ
02.2023 - Current
- Cleaned up after the dogs while on walks to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
- Kept detailed notes about each dog's activity during the walk including any incidents or changes in behavior.
- Encouraged responsible pet ownership by providing educational information to clients as needed.
- Assisted with coordinating pick-up and drop-off services for clients in need of transportation assistance.
- Walked dogs of various breeds and sizes, ensuring safety at all times.
- Followed local laws regarding leash regulations and waste disposal requirements while out walking with clients' pets.
- Worked independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Provided mental stimulation through play, walks, and basic commands.
- Observed the behavior of animals closely while out on walks to identify signs of distress or illness that may need further attention from a veterinarian.
- Ensured all leashes were secure before beginning each walk.
- Provided extra care for senior dogs who required additional assistance due to age or disability.
- Monitored dogs throughout walks to avoid obstacles, dangerous situations, and confrontations with other problematic dogs.
Teacher
Tucson Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
08.1998 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Activity Leader
Menlo Family Resource Center
Tucson, AZ
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Adapted programs to meet the needs of individual children based on skill level or disability.
- Supervised students during outdoor and indoor activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe environment that was conducive to learning.
- Organized and facilitated games, activities, and craft projects to keep children engaged in a fun learning environment.
- Monitored equipment to ensure its safety for use by participants.
- Established positive relationships with participants while promoting self-confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12-1995
Skills
- Valid and Current Teaching Certification in Arizona
- Teaching methods knowledge
- Basic Skills Teaching
- Teaching students
- Team Teaching
- Online Teaching
- Teaching software
- GIfted and Talented Teacher
- Exceptional Education Teacher
Certification
- Certified Learning Disabilities Teacher
- Certified Gifted and Talented Teacher
- SEI Endorsement
Timeline
Activity Leader
Menlo Family Resource Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
Dog Walking Volunteer
Pima Animal Care Center
02.2023 - Current
Teacher
Tucson Unified School District
08.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Special Education
Northern Arizona University
- Certified Learning Disabilities Teacher
- Certified Gifted and Talented Teacher
- SEI Endorsement
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