Cialy Mydel Santos
Evanston,IL
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in fostering student development and managing classroom dynamics. Valued for the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
- Tutor students in multiple subjects from different age groups (grades 1-12) including ACT/SAT preparation with emphasis in ACT math and science
History Teacher and Support Teacher
Blyth Academy at Lawrence Park
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Delivered engaging private online lessons on Canadian history to 9th-grade IEP student, fostering a deep understanding of key historical events and concepts
- Provided 1-on-1 support to 9th and 10th grade students in study hall, helping them catch up on assignments and coursework
Long-term guest educator for multiple roles
Nichols Middle School
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught and supervised students in the Special Education curriculum in co-taught 7th grade English Literature class (Apr - Jun)
- Guest educator for District 65 elementary and middle schools (Mar - Apr)
- Provided small group tailored instruction for 8th grade math (Dec - Mar)
- Math tutor for Nichols Academic Skills Center (Oct - Dec)
Student Teacher of Northwestern University
Lakeview High School
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Taught a diverse student population via remote learning using Google Classroom; utilized a variety of online learning applications like JamBoard, FlipGrid, and Newsela
- Taught four sections of U.S. history and one section of Honors Civics
- Developed daily lesson plans and learning material (worksheets, assignments, rubrics, quizzes/tests, and PowerPoint lecture slides) based on Illinois teaching standards
- Collaborated with history and social science departments in creating common lesson plans and socio-emotional learning activities
- Evaluated student learning through formal and informal assessments and through the pedagogy of culturally responsive teaching
English Conversation Teaching Assistant
Council on International Educational Exchange
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted Spanish teachers in bilingual classes in elementary science and English
- Provided 1-on-1 daily lessons to 2nd grade student of the host family
English-as-a-Second-Language Teacher
AEON
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Taught conversational English and basic English grammar (to children and adults) and business English
- Adapted company lesson plans to address both group and individual learning goals and needs; developed customized lesson plans for advanced students
Education
Master of Science in Education - Secondary Social Science
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL, USA09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Knox College
Galesburg, IL, USA06.2014
Skills
- Student advocacy & building rapport
- Skilled in managing classroom dynamics
- Effective verbal & written communication
- Experience supporting students with IEPs
Certification
- Certified in Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (ViviCPR, 08/2025)
- Certified in Conversational Spanish (Toronto University School of Continuing Studies, 11/2024
- Certified TESOL/TESL/TEFL Instructor (Oxford Seminars, 2016)
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
History Teacher and Support Teacher
Blyth Academy at Lawrence Park
02.2025 - 04.2025
Online Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
Long-term guest educator for multiple roles
Nichols Middle School
10.2022 - 06.2023
Student Teacher of Northwestern University
Lakeview High School
09.2020 - 03.2021
English Conversation Teaching Assistant
Council on International Educational Exchange
01.2020 - 03.2020
English-as-a-Second-Language Teacher
AEON
01.2017 - 09.2018
Master of Science in Education - Secondary Social Science
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Knox College