Hi, I’m
Sara Mehraban
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator with over four years of experience teaching mathematics at various levels. Specializes in classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Passionate about fostering strong relationships with students. Committed to creating dynamic learning environments that accommodate diverse learning styles.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Function Academy
Math Teacher
08.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans for students across various levels
- Provided one-on-one and group tutoring to reinforce mathematical concepts
- Assessed student progress through assignments, quizzes, and exams
Aspire Public Schools
10th Grade Math Tutor
07.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Taught Math II (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Probability) to classes of 30–40 students
- Developed customized lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards
- Built rapport with students to support their learning and confidence in mathematics
C2 Educational Systems
Math Tutor
06.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Provided academic support for students from elementary to high school levels
- Helped students develop problem-solving strategies and logical reasoning skills
- Adapted teaching methodologies to suit individual student learning styles
University of New Mexico
Part-Time Instructor
06.2016 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Led undergraduate mathematics courses and conducted in-class presentations
- Developed instructional materials to enhance student engagement
- Provided academic guidance and grading support for students
University of New Mexico
Teaching Assistant
01.2013 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Taught 2–3 courses per semester, including Calculus and Algebra
- Created lesson plans and graded assignments to track student progress
- Assisted faculty with research and instructional support
Education
University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM
M.Sc. from Applied Mathematics
05.2016
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
B.Sc. from Applied Mathematics
09.2004
Skills
- Inclusive & Differentiated Instruction
- Effective Teaching & Curriculum Management
- Student Engagement & Performance Assessment
- Relationship & Behavioral Management
- MATLAB
- Mathematica
- Educational Software
- ALEKS
- Math Assessment Tools
- Productivity Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- LMS & Virtual Learning
- Canvas
- Adapting to different learning styles
- High-level calculus
- Online study tools
- Strong communication skills
- Group and individual instruction
Accomplishments
- Awarded Degree of Excellence from Safir English Learning Institute for eight consecutive semesters, 2010-2011
- Achieved highest scores in multiple courses during B.Sc. program, 2003-2007
- Ranked top 6% in the Iranian Nationwide University Entrance Examination, 2003
- Maintained an A+ GPA in all courses from primary school through high school, 1991-2003
Research
Graduate Research Assistant, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 08/13, 05/16, Conducted research on compressed domain image and signal acquisition., Developed MATLAB-based simulations to demonstrate real-world applications of compressive sensing.
Timeline
Math Teacher
Function Academy
08.2019 - Current
10th Grade Math Tutor
Aspire Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2019
Math Tutor
C2 Educational Systems
06.2017 - 06.2018
Part-Time Instructor
University of New Mexico
06.2016 - 05.2017
Teaching Assistant
University of New Mexico
01.2013 - 05.2016
University of New Mexico
M.Sc. from Applied Mathematics
Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
B.Sc. from Applied Mathematics
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