1. RICHARD JOSEPH ZAMBINO, JR.
102 Firethorne Court Sewell, NJ (215) 806-2449 rzambino13@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a career in secondary social studies education to develop young minds to actively and positively
contribute to a constantly interconnected, interdependent, and competitive world. Prepared to integrate
modern nuances, in technology and literacy, into traditional social studies contexts. Passionate about
becoming involved in multiple facets of the school community.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA May 2015
• Master of Science in Secondary Education
GPA: 3.86 (Magna Cum Laude Graduate)
• Certification Issued: NJ Teacher of Social Studies CEAS
• Certification: PA Instructional I Social Studies 7-12
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science May 2013
Minor: International Relations
Washington Township High School, Sewell, NJ June 2009
Cum Laude Graduate
PROFESSIONAL EXPEREIENCE/CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Source4Teachers, Cherry Hill, NJ 2013 to Present
Substitute Teacher
• Certified to instruct and manage for teaching vacancies, daily or long-term, throughout New
Jersey. Adopted instructors’ curricula, in a consistent, organized, and dynamic manner to deliver
effective learning platforms to students of varying ages and abilities.
• Worked in differentiated classroom environments (Regular Education, Self-contained, In-Class
Resource, Pull-out Resource) with students of varying ability levels including Gifted and Talented,
Learning Disabled, Mulitply Disabled, Visually and/or Hearing Impaired, and Emotionally
and/or Behaviorally Disabled.
• Preferred Substitute for Washington Township High School self-contained Behaviorally Disabled
classroom. Implemented behavior support plans and collaborated with classroom assistant to
ensure consistency in program delivery and classroom management.
Washington Township School District, Sewell, NJ
Student Teaching/Field Experience
• Student Teaching: Instructed AP and Honor students in United States and European History
courses.
• Field Experience/ Washington Township High School: Observed Junior and Senior AP and
Honor American and European History classes for graduate coursework.
• Field Experience/Orchard Valley Middle School: Special Education and ESL classes for
grades 7-8. Taught a mini-lesson for English Language Learners on late-19th
Century
Urbanization.

2. TECHNOLOGY
• Developed and maintained a Blackboard in order to enhance a flipped classroom
• Powerschool and SharePoint: Needed for tracking of daily, quarterly, and yearly student records
and posting/collaboration of lesson planning.
• Google Docs, Macintosh Software/ PC Software, Microsoft Office Suite
• Created interactive lessons (Short Throw Projector/Smart Board)
• Course Sites: Supplemental classroom website for student, parental, collegial, and administrative
access.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Hannah House Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Social Justice Advocate/Educator
• Aided incarcerated and transitioning women in the hope of helping them develop a positive outlook
as well as expand potential life opportunities. Provided tutoring in English Language Arts,
Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Saint Joseph’s Undergraduate Admissions, Philadelphia, PA 2010 to 2012
Work Study
• Processed data and organized prospective undergraduate applications.
Beach Creek Restaurant, Wildwood, NJ 2011
Assistant to the Chef and Prep Cook
• Prepared meals for five star resort restaurant.
Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia, PA 2010
Retail Associate
• Managed floor sales for retail outlets in Citizens Bank Park.
ACHIEVEMENTS & HONORS
• Four Year Academic Scholarship to Saint Joseph’s University
• SJU Legacy Award
• Nominated for Asian Studies research essay award contest
BACKGROUND CLEARANCES
• New Jersey State Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprint Identification: Morpho Trak
• Pennsylvania State Police Background Check
• Pennsylvania Department of Education: Federal Criminal History and Fingerprints
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance