Paige Levithan
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced with managing diverse classroom environments and maintaining instructional consistency. Utilizes excellent communication and organizational skills to support student learning and engagement. Track record of adapting teaching strategies to meet varied student needs effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute
Marcos De Niza High School
01.2025 - Current
- Reestablished four Geometry and one College Math classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted BTC teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, improving students' academic performance.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies. Improving overall grades by 52% throughout the quarter.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology such as Delta Math, Desmos, GeoGebra, and MyOpenMath to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Math and Science Tutor
Tutor Me Education
04.2017 - Current
- Tutor children aged 7 to 25 in various school subjects and assist as well as foster studying skills
- Presented individual academic support to over 200 students; documented weekly student progress, reporting a 25% improvement in average class performance
- Developed course content specific to individual children's needs and created over 100 specified study plans
Lead Tutor
1 to 1 Tutoring
08.2024 - 01.2025
- In class tutor at Phoenix Union- Wilson College Preparatory, for Calculus, Pre-Calculus, Geometry, Engineering, Algebra 2, Spanish 1, and Spanish 3: Spanish Speakers.
- Utilized assessment data to adjust teaching strategies, ensuring continuous improvement in student achievement.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques during tutoring sessions, guiding students towards independent thinking.
Student Teacher
Marcos De Niza High School
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Worked with pre-calculus and college math classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices, such as better teaching classrooms.
- Facilitated groups of 5 to 30 students and one-on-one in activities and instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Student Observer
Evergreen High School
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented individually engaging lesson plans incorporating educational technology to increase student engagement and participation by 40%, improving academic performance metrics
- Collaborated with the teaching team to develop differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual student needs, resulting in a 10% decrease in academic achievement gaps among diverse learners
- Developed innovative warmup routines for students, resulting in an increase in engagement during class
After School Program Leader
Mad Science
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented science lessons and experiments based on curriculum objectives
- Taught over 70 classes to 20-25 elementary-aged students
- Created and enforced a child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning
Education
Bachelors of Arts and Sciences - Chemistry
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2024
Graduate Certificate (Teacher Certification) - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ07-2025
Masters of Secondary Education and Teacher Certification - Mathematics Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2025
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Flexible and adaptable
Leadership Experience
Lead Tutor/Mentor, Advancement Via Individual Determination, Boulder, CO, Managed staff leadership team and equity cohort meetings of 20 employees to communicate AVID work to Boulder High School., Led and fostered motivation in students from diverse backgrounds to overcome educational obstacles by tutoring 8 hours a week., Monitored and documented in extensive detail the educational and emotional progress of four students over the course of the semester, resulting in an average of 45% increase in class performance and 28% in mental well-being.
Certification
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Educator Proficiency Exams (AEPA/NES) in Secondary Mathematics and Chemistry. Expected May 2025.
- National Board Certification (NBCT). Expected August 2025.
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Marcos De Niza High School
01.2025 - Current
Lead Tutor
1 to 1 Tutoring
08.2024 - 01.2025
Student Teacher
Marcos De Niza High School
08.2024 - 01.2025
Student Observer
Evergreen High School
12.2023 - 05.2024
After School Program Leader
Mad Science
08.2023 - 12.2023
Math and Science Tutor
Tutor Me Education
04.2017 - Current
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Educator Proficiency Exams (AEPA/NES) in Secondary Mathematics and Chemistry. Expected May 2025.
- National Board Certification (NBCT). Expected August 2025.
Bachelors of Arts and Sciences - Chemistry
University of Colorado at Boulder
Graduate Certificate (Teacher Certification) - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Masters of Secondary Education and Teacher Certification - Mathematics Education
Arizona State University
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