Zach Wheeland
Scranton,PA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Abington Heights School District
Clarks Summit, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
Pittston, Pennsylvania
05.2021 - Current
- Learn complex security protocols designed to ensure workplace safety
- Engage with employees of several businesses in standard security protocols
- Deal with unprecedented situations in a timely and organized manner
- Utilize de-escalation methods to resolve situations of potential workplace violence
- Collaborate with business' security specialists to create swift and effective processes for employees entering and leaving the premises
- Communicate with employees and clients in an effective and respectful manner
Teacher
Hazleton Area High School
Hazleton, Pennsylvania
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Teach students a predetermined curriculum in a manner catered to them
- Plan, develop, and execute lesson plans on a daily basis
- Work alongside other teachers and staff members to maintain a welcoming environment for students
- Engage in effective communication with students, coworkers, and administrators
Sales associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Work directly with customers to assist in selecting the best product for their specific needs
- Stock shelves with lawn equipment, lumber, appliances, and seasonal inventory
- Provide timely and detailed information about products across multiple departments
- Load customers' vehicles with mulch, stone, gazebos, lawn mowers, refrigerators, dishwashers, etc.
- Assist customers over the phone with inquiries about inventory or questions about how products function
Enumerator
United States Census Bureau
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Conduct face-to-face interviews to gather needed information
- Record gathered information in digital database
- Elaborate on unclear questions to ensure clear understanding
- Organize and discuss gathered information with direct supervisor
- Provide bilingual assistance to individuals with impaired ability to understand or communicate in English
Maintenance Staff
Scranton Label Inc.
Newton, Pennsylvania
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Operate vehicles and power equipment, such as mowers, tractors, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, etc.
- Mow or edge lawns using power mowers or edgers.
- Utilized hand tools such as saws, drills, hammers and screwdrivers during repairs and installations.
- Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas.
- Care for established lawns by mulching, weeding, removing thatch or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Gather and remove litter.
- Rake, mulch, and compost leaves.
- Haul or spread topsoil or spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
- Was responsible for upkeep of all properties that boss owned.
Dairy/Grocery Associate
Weis Markets
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Stock shelves with milk, juices, eggs, yogurts, and other dairy products
- Transport goods from delivery truck to dairy freezer/backstock
- Transport goods from backstock to aisles
- Work closely with customers to assist in locating items
Education
Bachelor's Degree -
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania05.2023
High School -
Abington Heights High School
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania06.2020
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Social skills
- Literacy assistance
- Lesson planning
- Mentorship
- Teamwork
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Adaptable teaching
- Effective communication
- Clear public speaking skills
- Labor
References
- Kevin Carr, Owner, Scranton Label Inc., Newton, PA, 570-780-2937
- Jonathan Urban, Site Supervisor, Allied Universal Security (FedEx Ground), Pittston, PA, 570-436-4112
- Lauren Conston, Department Leader, Hazleton Area High School, Hazleton, PA, 570-436-7806
- Lee Ann Theony, Principal, Abington Heights High School, Clarks Summit, PA, theonyla@ahsd.org
Accomplishments
- Perfect School Attendance Grades K-12 Award
- Eagle Scout
- Achieved Dean's List multiple semesters at university
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Teacher
Abington Heights School District
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Hazleton Area High School
08.2023 - 08.2024
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2021 - Current
Sales associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
02.2021 - 06.2021
Enumerator
United States Census Bureau
05.2020 - 09.2020
Dairy/Grocery Associate
Weis Markets
02.2019 - 05.2019
Maintenance Staff
Scranton Label Inc.
06.2016 - 08.2020
Bachelor's Degree -
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
High School -
Abington Heights High School