Zachary Searels
Cullman,AL
Summary
Dynamic Computer Science Teacher with strong background in teaching complex technology in digestible terms. Highly adept at breaking down instructional steps and providing simple analogies to foster comprehension. Talented at monitoring student growth and offering motivating guidance to struggling students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Computer Science Teacher
Cullman City Schools
06.2024 - Current
- AP and Non-AP CS Teacher
- Conducted workshops on emerging technologies to promote interest in continued education within the field of computer science.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Communicated with students to discuss progress and need for tutoring and extra assistance.
Math Teacher
Pelham City Schools
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Math and Computer Science Teacher
Pell City School System
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Deliver engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities, and online learning systems.
- Design and grade projects, quizzes, and examinations.
- Algebra 2
- AP Computer Science
- E-Gaming Sponsor
STEM Instructional Coach
Arab City Schools
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Planned lessons for the allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- District-wide STEM coordinator and instructional coach.
- Launched new STEM pull-outs at the primary and elementary schools.
- Provided direction and coordination to learners and provided ongoing feedback to learners.
Instructional Partner
Florence City Schools / Florence Freshman Center
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Led Faculty Meetings and Feedback Sessions to promote Instructional Growth.
- Made observations of teachers' instruction to better inform them on ways to grow.
- Participated and Planned District-wide Professional Development.
- Gained extensive knowledge in successful coaching strategies through author Jim Knight.
- Promoted new instructional techniques using technology.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Networked with other educators to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and the development of 21st Century skills.
- Maintained digital and technology support for the school.
Math and Computer Science Teacher
Florence City Schools / Florence High School
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve the math skills of children.
- Taught a wide arrange of math subjects including geometry up to precalculus.
- Taught computer science and AP computer science.
- Composed course syllabus to clearly outline curriculum, expectations, and deadlines at beginning of all courses.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Math Department Academic Leader.
- Club and Organization sponsor including Mu Alpha Theta math honor society.
Math Teacher
Pike County Schools / Pike County High School
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Taught 7 - 10 grade mathematics.
Math Teacher
Cherokee County Schools / Cherokee County High Sch
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Taught half-day at the high school and the other half at the middle school.
- Taught 7 - 11 grade mathematics ranging from 7th-grade math to Algebra 2 with Trig.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of all students.
Education
Instructional Certificate - Instructional Leader Certificate (6 Classes)
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL07.2021
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction (Math Focus)
The University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2017
Master of Arts - Secondary Education (Math Focus)
The University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05.2012
Transfer To JSU - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
Snead State Community College
Boaz, AL05.2009
Skills
- Staff Management
- Knowledgeable in many instructional practices and technology including Apple and Google products
- Career Development
- College Board Website
- IXL Learning
- Delta Math
- Learning Management Systems
- Technological Instruction
- SMART Board Aptitude
- Instructional Best Practices
- AP course instruction
- Curriculum Development
Certification
- Mathematics 6-12 - Certified
- Instructional Leadership (Ed Admin) - Certified
- Computer Science - Certified
- Google Level 2 Educator
- National Certificate for STEM Teaching
Accomplishments
- Code.org Lead Cohort Teacher
- Code.org Facilitator
- A+ Computer Science Trainer for Adults and Students
- Extensive College Board Training with AP
- College Board AP Grader for AP Computer Science
- Extensive IXL Learning Knowledge as User and District Admin Level.
- A+ Educator Academy
- A+ College Ready Trainer for C.S. from 6th - AP
- NCTM National Graduate Course Work Recipient
- Level 2 Google Certified Educator
- NMSI computer science cohort member
- AMSTI Trained
- Adjunct Professor at UNA for MA 100 and MA 112
Affiliations
- NCTM - National Council of Teachers of Mathematics ACTM - Alabama Council of Teachers of Mathematics - President Advisory Council for STEM CSTA - Computer Science Teachers Association NEA - National Education Association
- ACCESS Teacher
References
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Computer Science Teacher
Cullman City Schools
06.2024 - Current
Math Teacher
Pelham City Schools
05.2023 - 05.2024
Math and Computer Science Teacher
Pell City School System
06.2022 - 05.2023
STEM Instructional Coach
Arab City Schools
06.2021 - 06.2022
Instructional Partner
Florence City Schools / Florence Freshman Center
05.2019 - 06.2021
Math and Computer Science Teacher
Florence City Schools / Florence High School
05.2014 - 05.2019
Math Teacher
Pike County Schools / Pike County High School
05.2013 - 05.2014
Math Teacher
Cherokee County Schools / Cherokee County High Sch
05.2012 - 05.2013
Instructional Certificate - Instructional Leader Certificate (6 Classes)
University of North Alabama
Educational Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction (Math Focus)
The University Of Alabama
Master of Arts - Secondary Education (Math Focus)
The University Of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
Jacksonville State University
Transfer To JSU - Secondary Education (Mathematics)
Snead State Community College
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