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Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline
Teacher
Nekisa Mahzad

Nekisa Mahzad

Pahoa,HI

Summary

Dedicated high school teacher committed to fostering a positive learning environment and promoting student success. Skilled in curriculum development and classroom management. Adept at engaging students through innovative teaching methods and personalized support. Focused on continuous improvement and collaboration to enhance educational outcomes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Hawai'i Department of Education
Hilo, Hawai'i
01.2014 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
  • Integral part of academy creation, assisting in development of project based learning and work place experience for students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum that meets needs of a diverse student population.
  • Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction and improve student performance.
  • Lead data teams and creation of assessments for the department.
  • Manage and maintain records for 130+ students

Teacher

Oxnard Unified High School District
Oxnard, California
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive, inclusive atmosphere conducive to learning and personal growth.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum standards.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to refine instructional techniques and share best practices.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Emphasis in Education

California State Channel Islands
Camarillo, California
01-2005

Teaching Credential - Secondary English

California State Channel Islands
Camarillo, California
01-2008

National Board Certification - ELA

National Board-Hilo High
01-2023

Social Studies Credential -

Praixis
01-2022

Special Education Certification -

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, Wisconsin
01-2024

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Lesson Planning
  • Educational Technology
  • Assessment Strategies

LANGUAGES

English

Timeline

Teacher

Hawai'i Department of Education
01.2014 - Current

Teacher

Oxnard Unified High School District
01.2008 - 01.2014

Teaching Credential - Secondary English

California State Channel Islands

Bachelor of Arts - English Emphasis in Education

California State Channel Islands

National Board Certification - ELA

National Board-Hilo High

Social Studies Credential -

Praixis

Special Education Certification -

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College