Eugene M. Clark Jr.
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated Science/Math Teacher with over 40 years of experience in middle school physical and biological sciences, adept at igniting student enthusiasm for learning through personalized connections and motivational strategies. Committed to empowering students through interactive learning experiences, offering engaging lessons and captivating science demonstrations that foster curiosity. Additionally skilled in teaching middle school mathematics and algebra, with a proven track record of developing innovative lesson plans that enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities among diverse student populations. Recognized for the ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate varying needs and for effective collaboration with colleagues to enrich curriculum delivery.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th/8th Grade Math/Science
Chicago Board of Education: Beasley Academic Center
09.2001 - Current
- Implemented new Middle School Science Curriculum (SEPUP)
- Coordinated School Science Fair
- Coordinated Field Trips to match areas of Science that were being taught
- Algebra Instructor for High School Credit
- Teacher Sponsor of Student Council
Organized and implemented 8th Grade:
- Pot luck/fall informational meeting
- Spring informational meeting
- Graduation Activities
- Trip to Washington D.C. for 8 years
6th-8th Grade Science
Chicago Board of Education: Walter Reed Elementary
09.1991 - 06.1991
5th/6th Self-Contained/Athletic Director
Holy Cross Lutheran School
Memphis, TN
08.1988 - 06.1991
4th Grade Self-Contained/Athletic Director
St. Paul Lutheran School
Chicago Heights, IL
08.1985 - 06.1988
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Major in Science
Concordia University
River Forest, IL05-1985
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Governors State University
University Park, IL05-1996
Middle School Math Endorsement -
University of Chicago
08-2003
CPS Algebra Initiative -
DePaul University
07-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
Illinois Professional Educator License 6/85
Chicago Public School’s: Algebra Initiative 7/22
Endorsements
- General Administrative K through Grade 12
- Elementary Education (Self Contained General Education) K through Grade 9
- Elementary Education K through Grade 9
- General Science Junior HS - Grade 5 through Grade 8
- Language Arts Grade 5 through Grade 8
- Physical Science Junior HS - Grade 5 through Grade 8
- Mathematics Grade 5 through Grade 8
Timeline
7th/8th Grade Math/Science
Chicago Board of Education: Beasley Academic Center
09.2001 - Current
6th-8th Grade Science
Chicago Board of Education: Walter Reed Elementary
09.1991 - 06.1991
5th/6th Self-Contained/Athletic Director
Holy Cross Lutheran School
08.1988 - 06.1991
4th Grade Self-Contained/Athletic Director
St. Paul Lutheran School
08.1985 - 06.1988
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Major in Science
Concordia University
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Governors State University
Middle School Math Endorsement -
University of Chicago
CPS Algebra Initiative -
DePaul University