Todd Kuzma
Teacher
Waterford,MI
Summary
Charismatic, adaptable, and personable educator with proven skills in teaching Middle School students over a 23 year period. Successful in designing engaging, differentiated lesson plans to drive retention, comprehension and participation. Accomplished in cultivating long-term relationships with students and working in fast-paced academic environments. Seeking a teaching position in the Middle School or Elementary setting.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary/Middle School Teacher
Momentum Academy
09.2023 - Current
- Taught 3rd grade and ELA for 5th - 8th Grades.
Middle School Teacher
Waterford Montessori Academy
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Social Studies and Language Arts teacher for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.
Middle School Teacher
Waterford School District
09.1997 - 08.2015
- Aligned teaching techniques and devised personalized support strategies to help students with differing ability levels to master materials within grades 6th, 7th, and 8th.
Hospitality Specialist
Encore Services LLC
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Greeted and assisted cancer patients within a hospital setting. Safely transported individuals to appointments in a timely manner while attending to their specific needs.
Automotive Service Consultant
Suburban Ford Of Waterford
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to responses related to vehicles.
Landscaping Business Owner
Self Employed
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Worked with customers and employees to resolve business related problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Michigan
Flint, MI 09.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
Positive Parent/Community interaction
Student engagement
Positive reinforcement
Organization
Interpersonal skills
Self-motivated
Goal driven
Multitasking Abilities
Team player
IEP familiarity
Student Support
Behavior Management
Learning Assessments
Credentials
Professional Teaching Certificate - Expires 6/30/2029
- Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 All Subjects, ZG), Language Arts (BX) K-8, and Social Science (CX) K-8.
Timeline
Elementary/Middle School Teacher
Momentum Academy
09.2023 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Waterford Montessori Academy
09.2019 - 08.2023
Hospitality Specialist
Encore Services LLC
01.2019 - 09.2019
Automotive Service Consultant
Suburban Ford Of Waterford
12.2017 - 12.2018
Landscaping Business Owner
Self Employed
09.2015 - 12.2017
Middle School Teacher
Waterford School District
09.1997 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Michigan
09.1993 - 05.1997