Zachary Averna
Math Teacher
Milford,CT
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective instructor with valuable experience in classroom administration. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
New Haven Public Schools
New Haven, CT
02.2021 - Current
- Responsible for following and teaching the standard curriculum to my 8th grade math classes.
- Handled classrooms of up to 26 students, reporting problem students to administration, and keeping detailed behavioral records.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Lead Instructor
Mathnasium
Milford, CT
07.2013 - Current
- Reviewed class and student records to look for areas in need of improvement and implement plans of action.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Created and developed lesson plans according to students' academic needs, including both group and individual work.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT 08.2018 - 01.2021
Skills
Parent Communication
Test preparation
Secondary education
Instructional technology
Student records management
Relationship building and management
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
New Haven Public Schools
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
08.2018 - 01.2021
Lead Instructor
Mathnasium
07.2013 - Current