Aviva Kathleen Anzak
@avivakathleenanzak
I am an experienced educator and trainer specializing in ESL, literacy, and teacher development.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced educator and trainer with a demonstrated history in education management, specializing in ESL, literacy, classroom management, lesson planning, and online learning. I have led professional development, supervised first-year teachers, coordinated program testing, and delivered training nationally and internationally, including for DODEA schools.
At Teachworthy I serve as Program Advisor, Testing Coordinator, Field Supervisor, and Instructor, where I mentor teachers, manage testing data, helped revise a flipped-classroom curriculum, and developed online processes to improve customer experience. I hold an MA in Curriculum & Instruction, am completing a Doctor of Education with a specialization in E-Learning, and bring consulting, intervention, and editorial experience to program and curriculum work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Program Advisor & Instructor
Teachworthy
Jun 2016 - Present (9 years 2 months)
Instruct pre-service candidates in classroom management, lesson planning, literacy instruction, and special education while supervising program testing and supporting first-year teachers through observations and coaching.
Professional Learning Facilitator
Catapult Learning
Apr 2018 - May 2021 (3 years 1 month)
Delivered Common Core professional development to teachers in DoDEA schools nationally and internationally, conducting virtual training sessions to improve instructional practice.
Campus Intervention Specialist
Northside Independent School District
Aug 2015 - Jun 2016 (10 months)
Managed the Individual Graduation Committee and delivered intervention training to teachers while supervising and supporting at-risk freshmen to improve retention and graduation pathways.
English Teacher
Northside Independent School District
Feb 2012 - Jun 2015 (3 years 4 months)
Taught Levels I, II, and IV English, led Level I courses, and developed curriculum and assessments to support student literacy and achievement.
Field Supervisor & Instructor
ACT San Antonio
Aug 2008 - Feb 2012 (3 years 6 months)
Instructed pre-service candidates and supervised first-year teachers through in-class observations and one-on-one support while leading cohort training.
English Teacher
Northside Independent School District
Aug 2006 - Jun 2008 (1 year 10 months)
Taught English Levels I, II, and IV, developed lessons and assessments, and supported student career-readiness at Business Careers High School.
English Teacher
Valley Christian High School
Jan 2005 - Jun 2005 (5 months)
Taught Levels II and III English and integrated faith-based principles into curriculum to support student development.
Consultant & Director
Pampered Chef
Aug 2000 - Jun 2005 (4 years 10 months)
Led direct-sales events, trained and directed consultant teams, and managed customer relationships to grow local sales and team performance.
English Teacher
Brownsville ISD
Aug 1998 - Jun 2000 (1 year 10 months)
Taught 6th grade English and supervised extracurricular activities, developing age-appropriate literacy lessons and classroom routines.
English & Reading Teacher
Spring ISD
Aug 1996 - Jun 1998 (1 year 10 months)
Taught 7th grade English and reading, sponsored cheerleading, and implemented reading interventions to support student literacy.
ESL & Literature Teacher
Brownsville ISD
Aug 1994 - Jun 1996 (1 year 10 months)
Taught ESL Levels II and III and English literature to E.S.L. students, and sponsored Student Council to support leadership development.
English Teacher
Valley Christian High School
Jan 1994 - Jun 1994 (5 months)
Taught Levels II and III English and delivered a Biblical Principles course to support student moral and academic development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University
Doctor of Education, E-Learning
2024 -
Activities and societies: Golden Key National Honor Society
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) specializing in E-Learning, began Fall 2024.
University of Texas at San Antonio
Master of Arts, Curriculum & Instruction
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction, completed Spring 2012.
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, completed Fall 1993.
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