Zachary Cadima
GLENDORA
Summary
Enthusiastic Biology Teaching Assistant with experience in facilitating interactive learning environments and supporting lead teachers in curriculum development. Strengths include comprehensive knowledge in biological sciences, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to individual student needs. Previous work has resulted in enhanced classroom engagement and improved student understanding of complex biology topics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of California, Riverside
Riverside
09.2024 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, specimens, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Taught undergraduate courses including Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Exercise Biology, Entomology, and Paleobiology.
In-n-Out Associate
In-N-Out Burger
12.2018 - 06.2024
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Education
Master of Science - Evolution, Ecology, And Organismal Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2024
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- CPR and first aid
- Powerpoint presentations
- Serving diverse communities
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Student tutoring
Accomplishments
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America – Earned the highest rank in Scouting through leadership of a community service project, mastery of 21+ merit badges, and demonstration of commitment to leadership, responsibility, and community service.
Affiliations
Oral presenter at the 2026 Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology (SICB) Annual Meeting; presented Master’s research titled “How does adhesion influence locomotor performance of geckos on surfaces of varying roughness?”
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of California, Riverside
09.2024 - Current
In-n-Out Associate
In-N-Out Burger
12.2018 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Evolution, Ecology, And Organismal Biology
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Riverside