Zachary Averna
Milford
Summary
Dynamic Math Teacher with a proven track record at New Haven Public Schools, adept at enhancing student performance through tailored instructional strategies and effective parent outreach. Skilled in integrating technology to engage diverse learners, while fostering strong relationships to support academic growth and collaboration among educators.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher
New Haven Public Schools
New Haven
08.2021 - Current
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Utilized a variety of instructional methods including lectures, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
- Recommended educational strategies and variations based on assessment data and experience.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Created worksheets, quizzes and other materials to support the teaching of math topics.
Lead Instructor
Mathnasium
Milford
07.2013 - 07.2021
- 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
Master of Arts - Teaching
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTSkills
- Parent outreach
- Secondary education
- Instructional technology
- Student records management
- Relationship building and management
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Expert problem solving
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Ability to thrive in group settings
Personal Information
Title: Math Teacher
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Math Teacher
New Haven Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Lead Instructor
Mathnasium
07.2013 - 07.2021
Master of Arts - Teaching
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Southern Connecticut State University
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