Mary Zavala
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Biology Teacher with 8 years of teaching experience at the high-school level in a Catholic environment. Adept at creating lab-based activities and lesson plans that provide students with a hands-on approach to the biological world and the opportunity to grow in their faith through exploring God's creation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Teacher
Notre Dame Preparatory High School
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2016 - Current
- Created study guides, PowerPoints, Canvas assignments, and other supporting materials to reiterate lecture details and prepare students for tests.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Held office hours to assist students with course materials and tests.
- Served as moderator for the Astronomy Club at the school and helped chaperone Adventure Club camping/hiking trips.
- Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess science-based curriculum.
- Created curriculum covering diverse aspects of biology that met the needs of both on-level and honors-level students.
- Monitored student progress throughout the year by tracking grades and attendance records, and communicating with parents and counselors as needed.
- Cultivated collaborative, innovative, and hands-on learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Designed and executed lab activities that aligned with various Biology topics throughout course.
- Served as a new teacher mentor for 3 years to help new NDP teachers acclimate to the school policies and procedures.
Education
Standard Professional Secondary (6-12) Certificate - Secondary Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. Francis University
Loretto, PA05-2016
Skills
- Instructional Planning
- Laboratory Management
- Biological Science
- Parent and Student Communication
- Student Records Management
- Organization
- Canvas, PowerPoint, Powerschool, Infinite Campus, and Microsoft Teams
- Content Team Collaboration
Certification
- Arizona Department of Education Teaching Certificate (Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12); Approved areas in Biology; Issued 9/24/2018
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science Teacher
Notre Dame Preparatory High School
08.2016 - Current
Standard Professional Secondary (6-12) Certificate - Secondary Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. Francis University
- Arizona Department of Education Teaching Certificate (Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12); Approved areas in Biology; Issued 9/24/2018
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