Zaqwondra Mayers
Hyattsville
Summary
Educational professional with comprehensive understanding of childhood developmental stages and history of creating supportive classroom atmospheres. Known for developing innovative teaching methods that engage young learners and encourage academic growth. Proven team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs of students and school community.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Stonegate Elementary School
Rockville, Maryland
07.2021 - 10.2025
- Wrote and submitted personalized lesson plans for 25 first grade students, aligned with the district’s standards which drove instruction through formative assessment and differentiation.
- Taught reading, writing, math, social studies, science and health to students and informed parents of learning goals, tests and extra activities.
- Maintained a safe, organized, and fun classroom environment which supported students' learning with the use of technology and interactive whiteboards.
- Established and maintained appropriate relationships with several students, parents, staff, and community members by communicating tactfully in person and virtually.
- Provided morning and afternoon tutoring to 15 students enhancing their literacy skills, improving their reading grades by 40%.
- Assisted with administrative processes such as answering the phone and returning calls to parents, completed data reports which helped students grow academically, socially and emotionally.
- Maintained student records, scheduled conferences, ordered supplies needed for instruction, etc.
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Rosewood Elementary School
Rock Hill, South Carolina
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Created and instructed daily unit and lesson plans for 6 subjects to a total of 24 students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Adapted various teaching methods and instructional materials to meet title one students' varying needs and interests.
- Boosted students' reading and scores by 25%.
- Collaborated with colleagues across all content areas to adopt additional teaching strategies.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Verizon Wireless
Charlotte, North Carolina
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted customers with billing, technical support and service-related inquiries through phone, chat, or in-store interactions aiming to provide effective solutions and ensure a positive customer experience.
- Troubleshot issues, explained products and services, managed customer accounts and resolved disputes.
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Mellichamp Elementary School
Orangeburg, South Carolina
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Designed and implemented daily reading and social studies lesson plans for 26 third grade students.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Served as a Teacher Advisor through encouragement and mentoring.
- Communicated with parents and administrators to resolve student behaviors with a 70% success rate.
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Brookdale Elementary School
Orangeburg, South Carolina
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Prepared and taught english, math, social studies and science lessons to 20 students.
- Evaluated student progression with interventions, social and emotional lessons and tasks.
- Maintained discipline and order in the classroom with an 84% success rate.
- Coached a step team to over 30 students.
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
Orangeburg, South CarolinaBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
Orangeburg, South Carolina05.2016
Skills
- Clear Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Differentiated Instruction Creator
- Customer Service Specialist
- Peer Evaluator
- Detail Oriented
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Professional development
Accomplishments
- Taught 200+ students over 10 years.
- Improved test scores by 80% by reworking approach.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Maryland Educator Certificate
- Ortho – Gillingham Intensive Training
- South Carolina Educator Certificate Renewal Credit Certificate
- Teaching the Sustainable Developmental Goals Certificate
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Timeline
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Stonegate Elementary School
07.2021 - 10.2025
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Rosewood Elementary School
11.2018 - 06.2021
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Verizon Wireless
05.2018 - 11.2018
THIRD GRADE TEACHER
Mellichamp Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
SECOND GRADE TEACHER
Brookdale Elementary School
01.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education
CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY