Houman Rassa

Contact

Houman Rassa
106 E. Vanderbilt St
Orlando, FL 32804
Email: ho045806@ucf.edu

Professional Summary

Articulate and student-centered educator with extensive experience in middle school and high school mathematics, leadership in athletic programs, and designing engaging learning environments. Proven ability to motivate youth, collaborate with families and staff, and integrate modern learning technologies to maximize student success and create positive school culture.

Experience

Math Teacher, Lake Highland Preparatory School
Orlando, FL · August 2018 – Present
Develop, implement, and actively instruct a curriculum for middle and high school math (pre-algebra, algebra 1, geometry honors). Create lesson plans, prepare and implement instructional activities to engage and facilitate student success, manage students in the classroom, communicate with parents and help students prepare for testing. Facilitated academic, emotional, and social growth through high standards and individualized support. Designed and implemented a digital/virtual course and classroom with excellent student and parent feedback and use.

Math Teacher & Athletic Director/Coach, Park Maitland School
Orlando, FL · August 2013 – July 2018
Created and implemented the school’s first interscholastic athletic program (Volleyball, Flag Football, Basketball, Track & Field). Directed day-to-day athletic operations for grades 1–8. As Math Teacher, designed and delivered curriculum for grades 5–6, facilitated student success through engaging instructional practices, and led parent communication and student support.

Math Teacher, Athletic Director, Coach & Advisor, Page Private School
Orlando, FL · August 2003 – July 2013
Taught math from 5th grade through Algebra I Honors, created cooperative learning environments, and spearheaded instructional strategies to improve middle school math performance. Directed a K–8 athletics program featuring six sports, managed facilities and budgets, coordinated postseason awards banquets, and designed a digital/virtual classroom used effectively by students and parents.

Education & Certification

Florida Teacher Certification (Math 5th–9th)
Florida Department of Education

M.A. in Instructional Design and Technology: Instructional Systems
University of Central Florida · Online
Orlando, FL (In-Progress)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Troy University · Distance Learning
Dothan, AL (2004–2006)

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Pre-Pharmacy Emphasis)
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL (1998–2002)

Associate of Arts
Valencia Community College
Orlando, FL (1996–1998)