Zachary Heaton
Little Rock
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
LRSD
Little Rock, AR
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student performance and inform instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student data to identify learning gaps and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction as needed.
Patrol Officer
Little Rock School District
Little Rock, Arkansas
10.2014 - 09.2023
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage. Overnight on-call.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
Education
Sociology/Criminal Justice -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR05-2014
Little Rock Central High School
Little Rock, AR05-2010
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Subject matter expertise
- Class instruction
- Formative assessment
- Elementary education
Accomplishments
2021 LRSD Security Officer of the Year
Gibbs Elementary Head Basketball Coach 2018-2020
Honor graduate UALR, Summa cum laude
Model Math Cohort Educator for the LRSD
82 Composite Growth Score Arkansas Educator Effectiveness
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
LRSD
09.2023 - Current
Patrol Officer
Little Rock School District
10.2014 - 09.2023
Sociology/Criminal Justice -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock Central High School