- Health and wellness: nutrition, running, yoga, and movement practices
- Beach volleyball and community-based athletics
- Mind–body connection and holistic well-being
Brittany Tsambasis
Murrieta
Summary
Passionate, energetic, and purpose-driven individual with 4+ years of experience supporting middle school students as a substitute teacher and coach. Credentialed English Language Arts teacher dedicated to fostering growth mindset, student engagement, and strong classroom communities. Eager to contribute to a collaborative school culture and continue growing as an educator.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher & Roving Sub
Hemet Unified School District
Hemet, CA
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Led long-term classroom instruction in 6th grade Math, 6th grade Social Studies, Read 180, and 7–8th grade English Language Arts, maintaining instructional continuity across multiple subject areas.
- Planned and implemented daily lessons aligned with teacher expectations and curriculum goals, including assignment design, grading, and formative assessment.
- Established clear classroom routines and behavior expectations to maintain a focused, respectful learning environment for middle school students.
- Communicated regularly with families through emails, phone calls, and parent-teacher conferences to support student progress.
- Engaged in weekly PLTs and staff meetings, contributing to curriculum alignment, behavior management strategies, and data-driven instructional decisions to enhance student learning.
Girls Middle School Volleyball Coach
Dartmouth Middle School
Hemet, CA
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Planned and led a one-week pre-season training camp to teach foundational volleyball skills and prepare students for tryouts.
- Conducted tryouts for over 90 student-athletes, selecting a final roster of 16 players based on skills, teamwork, and potential.
- Organized and facilitated three weekly practices, focusing on skill development, game strategies, and team cohesion.
- Collaborated with ASB to design and post promotional materials in the gym, increasing student engagement and school spirit.
- Organized and led team meetings to enhance communication and morale.
- Hosted an end-of-season celebration, presenting personalized awards to recognize player growth and foster team morale.
Editorial Intern
MM Publication
Temecula, CA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Proofread and edit content, conduct research to ensure accurate information for articles and reports
Head Server
Richie's Diner
Temecula, CA
03.2018 - 01.2023
- Managed restaurant floor operations, delegating tasks and training new staff to ensure smooth, efficient service.
- Maintained strong customer relationships through attentive, proactive communication and problem resolution.
- Resolved conflicts and addressed concerns calmly and professionally, modeling patience and respect under pressure.
- Coordinated with team members to uphold standards, policies, and operational expectations in a high-paced environment.
Supplemental Instruction Leader - Financial Accounting
Mt. San Jacinto Community College
- Facilitated two weekly 50 minute sessions focused on reviewing content and providing study strategies
- Produced learning material (e.g. spreadsheets, diagrams, outlines) to guide student learning
- Analyzed student trends with course professor to tailor learning material to student needs and promote further participation in the program
- Improved student outcomes in coursework/testing over the course of the semester
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Cal Poly Pomona
Master of Arts - Education & Single Subject (ELA) Teaching Credential
Azusa Pacific University
Skills
- Growth Mindset Instruction
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Strategies
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Integration
- Creative and Student-Centered Lesson Planning
- Building Positive Classroom Communities
- Reflective and Coachable Teacher
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork and Communication
- Relationship Building with Middle School Students
Websites
Interests
Timeline
Editorial Intern
MM Publication
01.2024 - 07.2024
Long Term Substitute Teacher & Roving Sub
Hemet Unified School District
03.2022 - 01.2025
Girls Middle School Volleyball Coach
Dartmouth Middle School
09.2021 - 11.2021
Head Server
Richie's Diner
03.2018 - 01.2023
Supplemental Instruction Leader - Financial Accounting
Mt. San Jacinto Community College
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Cal Poly Pomona
Master of Arts - Education & Single Subject (ELA) Teaching Credential
Azusa Pacific University