Sophie Zahradnik
Whitehall,PA
Summary
Dedicated secondary education teacher with one year of experience who implemented and designed original lesson plans and curriculum to support diverse learners. Utilized trauma-informed instructional strategies to create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment. Facilitated restorative practices, including restorative circles, to build community and address conflict constructively. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that promote a growth mindset, positive relationships, and student accountability.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher
Buxmont Academy
Bethlehem, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and delivered an original English curriculum for grades 7-12 while engaging diverse learners and building their literacy, writing, and communication skills.
- Facilitated restorative practices and circles to resolve conflicts, strengthen relationships, and enhance classroom support.
- Implemented trauma-informed strategies to promote self-regulation and accountability among students in an alternative behavioral school setting.
- Maintained a safe, structured classroom while effectively managing diverse academic levels and behavioral needs.
Substitute Teacher
ESS
Cherry Hill, NJ
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Monitored accurate records of attendance, assignments, and student progress.
- Managed classroom routines and procedures to ensure continuity of instruction and focused learning.
- Delivered lessons in assigned subject areas and adapted instruction to promote student engagement and understanding.
- Implemented technology or hands-on learning activities to engage and support diverse learning needs.
Teacher Candidate
Kutztown Area Middle School
Kutztown, PA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained classroom management strategies by establishing strong routines and reinforcing clear expectations.
- Prepared and delivered lessons aligned with curriculum standards under the supervision of a mentor teacher.
- Facilitated classroom and small group instruction to strengthen understanding and support differentiated learning.
- Fostered an inclusive and engaging classroom environment that encouraged student collaboration, active learning, and accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05-2025
Skills
- Standards-Aligned Lesson Planning and Instruction
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Restorative Practices
- Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices
- Working with At-Risk Youth
- Differentiated instruction
- Social Emotional Learning Support
- Technology integration
Certification
Secondary Education: English (7-12)
Timeline
English Teacher
Buxmont Academy
08.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS
02.2025 - 05.2025
Teacher Candidate
Kutztown Area Middle School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania