1. ZACHARY OCKUNZZI
2212 Bruce Rd. Apt 106 Delaware, OH 43015 740.652.4434 z.ockunzzi@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging and rewarding Teaching Position in Northeast Ohio
EDUCATION: Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville, Ohio (December 2013)
Bachelor of Science in Education
 GPA 3.76, Dean’s List-Fall 2010, Fall 2011, Spring 2012
 St. Clare Academic and Jane D. White Fund Scholarships
LICENSURE: Ohio 4 Year Resident Educator Licensure: 4-9, Science and Social Studies (#20957830)
EXPERIENCE: Grant Middle School, Marion, Ohio, February 2014-Present
6th Grade Science Teacher
Instruct approximately 90 students by maintaining a positive learning environment, planning weekly
lessons, and evaluating student progress and achievement. Utilize various analytic tools (i.e.,
standardized tests scores and classroom achievement) to develop plans to meet the needs of each
student. Collaborate daily with teachers to ensure student success. Consult with Intervention
Specialist and assist in the execution of IEPs for exceptional students. Partner with other teachers to
maintain similar pace in teaching units and analyze various data points to determine which teaching
methods or activities have the greatest impact on student achievement. Communicate with other
school staff (i.e. guidance counselors, school psychologist, and administrators) to ensure student
success. Participate in OTES evaluation process and work with evaluator to improve teaching
methods and effectiveness. Participate in Resident Educator program and meet with Mentor to further
develop classroom management and instructional strategies.
GREAT Program Facilitator
Selected to implement and manage program which seeks to engage students through community
service, physical fitness, and research opportunities as part of an after-school program. Provide
assistance for students with homework and classroom projects. Collaborate with other school
facilitators to make certain each student is participating in an activity in which they are most interested.
Encourage students to participate in positive discussions during dinner. Communicate with Site
Coordinator on scheduling, duties, and effectiveness of activities.
Sanitation Worker, Sanitation Department, Lancaster, OH, June 2014-August 2014
Removed residential trash throughout the city of Lancaster. Communicated with partner and
driver to maximize effectiveness. Maintain proper protocols to ensure safety of self and others.
Collaborate with other crews to maximize efficiency of waste collection throughout the city of
Lancaster.
Resident Assistant, Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville, Ohio, 2011-2013.
Established rapport with residents which minimized violations of dormitory rules and created a positive
learning and living environment provided support for 140 students. Attended weekly staff meetings
and met weekly with Residence Director. Developed and presented programs to facilitate personal
and social development for residents.
 Recipient of Saint Maximilian Kolbe Award-Top Male Resident Assistant (2013)
ACTIVITIES: Leadership— Member of Building Leadership Team for Grant Middle School
Community—Participant in Hoops ‘4’ Heart charity basketball game
Extracurricular—Member of Corporate Challenge Team
SKILLS: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficient in Google Docs, Forms, Sheets, as well as various educational applications
Familiar with German
Experience with Mimeo and other Smartboard technologies