Sarah Ann Zenczak
Brunswick
Summary
Dedicated Science Teacher with eight years of experience teaching general, earth, physical and biological science concepts to pupils. Plans and delivers science program that includes demonstrations, lectures, discussion and student experiments to develop language, logic and problem-solving skills in classroom. Uses variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources to support instructional goals and student needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Science Teacher
Brunswick High School
08.2017 - Current
- PLTW HBS, Chemistry, and Biology (L2 and L3) teacher for Brunswick City Schools
- Teaches Ohio Teaching standards to high school students while making daily life connections
- Logs data to drive instruction as well as builds relationships with parents/guardians and students
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes
- Certified to teach STEM curriculum through PLTW
- Brunswick received a PLTW distinguished school award in 2019
School Counselor Internship
Brunswick Elementary (Applewood), BMS And BHS
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Facilitated a leadership role in the PBIS program
- Matched 56 student to teacher mentors
- Planned and facilitated two social gatherings for our CICO students
- 7 week BMS internship
- Made over 100 contacts with students during the 7 week internship
- Organize, coordinate, and be an active role in meetings for 504/IEP, attendance, reentry, and other parent concerns
- Participated in many counseling tasks such as scheduling, senior checks, analyze PBIS data, schedule conflicts and resolution, individual student meetings and check ins, suicide risk assessment, parent communication, standardized test prep, and collaboration with teachers, counselors, and administration
- Exposure to crisis response
- Used data to support snacks to support our CICO students
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals
- Participated in Brunswick strategic committee
- Taught age appropriate SEL lessons
- Individual and group based counseling meetings
Summer School Teacher
Brunswick City Schools
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided individualized support for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
- Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through the use of inquiry-based learning strategies.
AVID Content Teacher
Brunswick High School
08.2019 - Current
- Achievement Via Individual Determination) is a country wide initiative to provide students with the skills they need to thrive in a post-secondary setting such as college
- The curriculum includes implementing WICOR strategies, study skills, career/college exploration, and weekly behavior/academic check ins
- I guide my students through a year-long course and will be their teacher for their entire high school career
- Encouraged students to develop perseverance mindset while teaching long-term visualization of success
Football and Basketball Cheer Coach
BMS/BHS Cheerleading Coach
08.2019 - Current
- Worked with co-coach to schedule clinics, tryouts, practices, and scheduled meeting times for games
- Choreographed routines and cheers for halftime performances
- Teach girls valuable cheerleading skills while being a positive role model for my cheerleaders
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
Student Teacher
Margaretta High School
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Assisted the mentor teacher in every day responsibilities including proper classroom management, teaching required coursework aligning with OAE Science Standards, completing daily lesson plans, and completing a two-week in-depth lesson plan sequence analysis in a 9th grade Physical Science classroom
Student Educator
Midview High School
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Participated in 9th grade Physical Science, 10th-11th grade Honors Chemistry, and 11th-12th grade Physics classroom environment
- Assisted with daily class instruction such as reviewing curriculum, supporting instructors with grading and preparation of materials
- Reviewed and taught seven lesson plans
Student Educator
Elyria High School
09.2015 - 11.2015
- Participated in 10th grade Inclusion Biology classroom
- Assisted with daily class instruction such as reviewing curriculum, supporting instructors with grading and preparation of materials
Education
Masters - School Counseling
University of Akron
Akron, Ohio2023
Teaching Certificaion - AYA Science Education
Ashland University
Ashland, Ohio2017
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, Biology
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, Ohio2015
Margaretta High School
Castalia, Ohio2011
Skills
- Student Rapport-Building
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- 504 Plans/Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Crisis Intervention
- Post-Secondary Career Exploration
- Parent Communication
- Educational Support
- Instructional Planning
- Laboratory Management
- STEM Programs
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
References
Mrs. Michelle Raglow-Brunswick High School Language Arts Teacher
Relationship: RESA Coordinator, Mentor, and Colleague
Phone:216-392-9735
mraglow@bcsoh.org
Mrs. Lee Ann Petry-Brunswick High School 12th Grade Assistant Principal
Relationship: OTES Evaluator and Administrator
Phone:216-970-5328
lpetry@bcsoh.org
Mrs.Halle Schmidt-Brunswick High School 11th Grade Assistant Principal
Relationship: AVID and Building Administrator
Phone:440-537-5795
hschmidt@bcsoh.org
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Brunswick City Schools
06.2023 - 07.2023
School Counselor Internship
Brunswick Elementary (Applewood), BMS And BHS
08.2022 - 12.2023
AVID Content Teacher
Brunswick High School
08.2019 - Current
Football and Basketball Cheer Coach
BMS/BHS Cheerleading Coach
08.2019 - Current
High School Science Teacher
Brunswick High School
08.2017 - Current
Student Teacher
Margaretta High School
01.2016 - 05.2016
Student Educator
Midview High School
11.2015 - 12.2015
Student Educator
Elyria High School
09.2015 - 11.2015
Masters - School Counseling
University of Akron
Teaching Certificaion - AYA Science Education
Ashland University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, Biology
Heidelberg University
Margaretta High School
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