Suzanne Furrie
Worthington
Summary
Experienced High School Math Teacher with 10 years in the classroom. Developed engaging lesson plans and fostered positive learning environments. Advocated for students while enhancing communication with colleagues, families, and administration. Implemented fair policies to ensure accountability and nurtured students' mathematical confidence through compassionate teaching practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TESOL Math Teacher
Columbus City Schools
Columbus
08.2025 - Current
- Taught ELL students rigorous mathematical standards with language supports.
- Supported math department initiatives by providing innovative strategies to enhance student achievement.
- Collaborated with school support staff to develop effective pathways for ELL student success.
Math Teacher
Toledo Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2025
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to enable students of varying ability levels to succeed in understanding and applying mathematical concepts.
- Maintained consistent classroom environment focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear routines and objectives, fostering student engagement.
- Leveraged multimedia strategies and technology to enhance information delivery and improve accessibility for all students, both in and out of the classroom.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regularly in email updates about the course and academic calendar as well as through progress reports.
Private Math Tutor
Self
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Worked one-on-one via Zoom and Google Meets with students from many locations and in different math levels: Geometry, Algebra 2, Functions and Trigonometry, AP PreCalculus, AP Calculus.
- Reinforced classroom topics and prepared students for assessments, including AP tests, during the school year.
- Prepared students over summer for upcoming math classes, focusing on key topics.
- Created and shared math resources and materials to boost student comprehension on advanced topics.
Education
M.A.E - Mathematics And Education
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Education - AYA Mathematics And PreK-12 Spanish
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2016
Skills
- Mathematical instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Differentiation in instruction
- Technology use in the classroom
- Data analysis
- Documentation of interventions
- Collaboration with other teachers
- Communication with students, parents/guardians, and administration
- Adaptability in mindset
- Confidence in mathematical skills
Certification
- Ohio Teaching License - AYA 7-12 Mathematics Education
- Ohio Teaching License - PreK-12 Spanish World Language Education
- Ohio Supplemental License Endorsement - PreK-12 TESOL
Timeline
TESOL Math Teacher
Columbus City Schools
08.2025 - Current
Private Math Tutor
Self
05.2021 - 05.2023
Math Teacher
Toledo Public Schools
08.2016 - 05.2025
M.A.E - Mathematics And Education
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Education - AYA Mathematics And PreK-12 Spanish
Bowling Green State University