Zachary Scott
Naples
Summary
Dedicated 6th Grade ELA educator with extensive classroom experience across various ability levels. Delivers differentiated instruction aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards while fostering a positive classroom environment. Drives student growth through data-informed strategies, effective parent communication, and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Collier County School District
Naples
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered full-time 6th-grade ELA instruction across three ability levels - Intensive, Regular, and Advanced - to approximately 95 students, maintaining differentiated lesson pacing and content to meet each group's needs
- Drove measurable student growth in reading and writing, with all three class levels demonstrating significant score improvements on the Florida FAST state assessment
- Created and implemented daily lesson plans aligned with Florida ELA standards to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Designed and administered assessments while tracking student progress and delivering constructive feedback to support academic growth
- Managed classroom behavior and routines across multiple periods, fostering a structured and positive learning environment for diverse learners
- Implemented IEP accommodations and modifications for students with documented disabilities, coordinating with support staff to ensure student success
- Collaborated with grade-level and department colleagues on instructional planning
Digital Content Producer
Informa Connect
Boca Raton
04.2025 - Current
- Created engaging digital content tailored for diverse online platforms and audiences, driving user interaction and brand loyalty.
- Developed original, engaging content for digital and print platforms, including blogs, email campaigns, multimedia ads, to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
- Crafted persuasive, brand-aligned copy to support product launches and thought leadership.
- Conducted high-level research to ensure accuracy and audience relevance.
Digital Content Producer
Hearst Television (NBC2/ABC7, WLWT)
Fort Myers
06.2023 - 04.2025
- Led digital content production efforts that generated over 8 million page views in six months.
- Developed engaging digital content for online platforms, enhancing audience interaction.
- Optimized copy using SEO best practices to improve ranking and audience engagement.
- Managed social media channels, delivering timely posts that increased user engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align content strategies with organizational objectives.
- Finished 2024 as a top-25 writer across the Hearst Corporation.
Broadcaster & Content Creator
Fort Myers Mighty Mussels & Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Conducted interviews and delivered live play-by-play broadcasts for ESPN+.
- Fostered fan engagement through compelling storytelling and targeted social content initiatives.
- Created multimedia and written content for social media, game recaps, and promotional campaigns to enhance audience reach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Communication
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FLSkills
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Development
- Differentiated instruction
- Reading Comprehension & Literacy Instruction
- Writing Instruction & Process Writing
- Close Reading & Text Analysis
- Data-Driven Instruction
- IEP implementation
- Student Progress Monitoring
- Intervention strategies
- Classroom Management
- Parent communication
Additional Highlights
- Former collegiate athlete with strong teamwork and leadership experience.
Certification
- English 6-12 FL
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Collier County School District
10.2025 - Current
Digital Content Producer
Informa Connect
04.2025 - Current
Digital Content Producer
Hearst Television (NBC2/ABC7, WLWT)
06.2023 - 04.2025
Broadcaster & Content Creator
Fort Myers Mighty Mussels & Florida Gulf Coast University
02.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Communication
Florida Gulf Coast University