Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
U.S. History/ Civics Teacher
Oak Park River Forest High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and instructional materials for U.S. History and Civics classes, promoting critical thinking and analytical skills among students.
Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including multimedia resources, group activities, and class discussions, to foster active learning and student participation.
Provided timely and constructive feedback on students' assignments and exams, encouraging academic growth and achievement.
Student Teacher
Naperville North High School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Structured lessons that fit and accommodate students who have IEPs or 504s.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement and activism.
Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
Led student-centered lessons that fostered inquiry by creating a purpose and value for learning by relating content directly to students' lives.
Clinical Student
University High School
02.2022 - 05.2023
Worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and instruction.
Taught a three-day lesson on Gender and Sexuality within a Sociology Dual-Credit course.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Teacher Intern
Bloomington High School
06.2022 - 07.2022
Instructed an Algebra 1 classroom and facilitated students' discussions of classroom topics, helping each explore concepts and expand student understanding.
Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Education
Bachelors - Secondary Education in History/Social Sciences
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2023
Associates - Political Science
Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
05.2019
Skills
Online and Desktop Software Applications, Including Microsoft and Google Products and Zoom
Lesson Planning
Classroom Management
Project-based learning
Social studies
Interests
Track & Field Coach
Black Studen Union Sponsor
Timeline
US History/ American Government Teacher
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
08.2024 - Current
U.S. History/ Civics Teacher
Oak Park River Forest High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Teacher
Naperville North High School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Teacher Intern
Bloomington High School
06.2022 - 07.2022
Clinical Student
University High School
02.2022 - 05.2023
Associates - Political Science
Heartland Community College
Bachelors - Secondary Education in History/Social Sciences
Special Education Student Teacher at Cunningham Children's Home Gerber SchoolSpecial Education Student Teacher at Cunningham Children's Home Gerber School