Zachary Frew
San Ramon
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/ Head Teacher
Kids' Country
12.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss behavioral strategies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to meet the needs of students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teaching Instructor
Play-Well TEKnologies
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Teaches classes of approximately 20 children ages 5-12 engineering concepts and terms through LEGOs at various elementary/middle schools throughout the Salt Lake Valley/Contra Costa County
- Writes weekly lesson plans that adapt to children's learning patterns
- Communicates regularly with parents and school staff to orient them to classes, scheduling, and to mediate conflict with misbehaving children.
Lead Teaching Instructor
Play-Well Teknologies
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Enhanced student understanding of STEM fundamentals and ideas with engaging activities and diverse teaching techniques through LEGO.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress.
- Created engaging lessons based tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Fostered critical thinking skills among pupils through thoughtful questioning techniques aimed at deepening comprehension across content areas.
Teaching Assistant
Play-Well Teknologies
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Assistant to lead instructor during summer camps
- Assist in lesson plan instruction for approximately 30 children ages 5-12 throughout Salt Lake valley summer camps
- Assist in set up and clean-up of camp sites.
Community Assistant
Nelson Brothers Housing
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed apartment complex after-hours and handled phone calls from residents to assist with noise complaints, lock-outs, parking issues, and more almost every night
- Provided assistance at various events to build community.
Cook/ Kitchen Staff
Ascona Pizza Company
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Managed night shifts of approximately 10 employees by delegating various tasks
- Trained new kitchen staff by illustrating how to complete tasks throughout the kitchen and customer service positions
- Prepared food by prepping produce and utilizing ovens and fryers.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2024
Bachelor's - Sociology
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2019
Associate - Administration of Justice
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA05.2017
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Student Engagement
- Teamwork
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Arizona Teaching Credential
- Student rapport
- Elementary Education
- Behavior Management
Timeline
Teacher/ Head Teacher
Kids' Country
12.2019 - Current
Teaching Instructor
Play-Well TEKnologies
05.2019 - 12.2019
Lead Teaching Instructor
Play-Well Teknologies
09.2018 - 05.2019
Teaching Assistant
Play-Well Teknologies
06.2018 - 08.2018
Community Assistant
Nelson Brothers Housing
10.2017 - 06.2018
Cook/ Kitchen Staff
Ascona Pizza Company
12.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's - Sociology
University of Utah
Associate - Administration of Justice
Diablo Valley College
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