Robert Jacobs
Carmel,IN
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience teaching middle and high school social studies. Skilled in lesson planning, student mentorship, and creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that foster critical thinking and independence. Proven success in collaborative teaching and project-based learning, inspiring students to excel in social studies and beyond.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Social Studies
SENSE Charter School
Indianapolis, IN
09.2023 - Current
- Instruct all 7th grade students in World History, aligning curriculum with Indiana State Standards
- Design and deliver engaging, interactive social studies lessons that promote critical thinking and student participation
- Serve as a mentor to a 4th grade student, fostering academic and personal growth
- Coach middle school basketball, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
Director of Faith Formation
Cornerstone Lutheran Church
Carmel, IN
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Planned, organized, and led youth centered activities, events, and programs that promoted personal growth and community engagement
- Cultivated a safe, inclusive environment that supported the diverse needs of youth across all age groups
- Provided consistent guidance and mentorship, fostering positive relationships and developmental support
- Collaborated effectively with ministry leaders and staff to align programming with organizational goals
- Recruited, trained, and inspired volunteers to support and enhance youth initiatives
- Coordinated logistics for youth leadership retreats and mission oriented trips, managing groups of up to 80 participants with attention to safety, scheduling, and experience quality
6th-8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Calvary Lutheran School
Indianapolis, IN
08.2011 - 06.2019
- Taught 6th through 8th grade Social Studies, aligning all instruction with Indiana State Standards
- Instructed Physical Education classes for Kindergarten through 3rd grade, promoting physical development and teamwork
- Designed and implemented differentiated lessons that supported independence and success for diverse learners
- Facilitated engaging, activity-based learning experiences to boost participation and reinforce key concepts
- Planned and led the annual 8th grade class trip to Washington, D.C., overseeing all logistics and ensuring a meaningful educational experience
US History Teacher
Lutheran High School
Indianapolis, IN
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Taught U.S. History and Advanced Placement U.S. History (APUSH) to 11th grade students, fostering historical thinking and analytical skills
- Designed and implemented APUSH curriculum aligned with College Board requirements, ensuring academic rigor and exam preparedness
- Developed engaging lesson plans incorporating primary sources, historical debates, and thematic units to deepen student understanding
- Promoted civic awareness and critical thinking through discussions of historical events and their modern implications
Owner/Operator
The Wooden Works
Westfield, IN
07.2001 - 12.2011
- Implemented organizational procedures using daily productivity schedules, ensuring efficiency and compliance in a fast paced, team-driven environment
- Provided high level executive support by managing administrative, accounting, and human resources functions with discretion and accuracy
- Oversaw daily personnel operations, including performance evaluations, qualification reviews, and recognition of employee accomplishments
- Drafted and published internal and external communications, including administrative policies, standard operating procedures, and customer-facing updates, to ensure alignment with company objectives and enhance stakeholder engagement
Director of Junior High Youth
Carmel Lutheran Church
Carmel, IN
07.2007 - 12.2010
- Educated and mentored junior high school students through both one-on-one and group engagements, fostering spiritual growth and personal development
- Designed and executed youth ministry programs, services, and budgets tailored to the evolving needs of junior high students
- Built and led effective volunteer teams to deliver impactful Junior High Ministries, promoting collaboration and shared leadership
- Recruited, trained, and motivated parents and young adult volunteers to engage meaningfully with students and strengthen communication within the ministry community
Social Studies Teacher
Bloomington High School North
Bloomington, IN
08.1998 - 07.2001
- Taught Social Studies in a block schedule format, covering a range of subjects including U.S. History, World History, Anthropology, Indiana History, Government, and Business Basics
- Designed and delivered engaging, standards aligned lessons that supported diverse learning styles and met state academic requirements
- Created dynamic, student centered learning environments through the use of group projects, field trips, multimedia presentations, and personalized instruction
- Served as Student Council Sponsor, mentoring student leaders, organizing events, and fostering civic engagement and school spirit
Social Studies Teacher
Aurora Alternative High School
Bloomington, IN
08.1995 - 08.1998
- Designed and implemented the inaugural Social Studies curriculum for an alternative learning environment serving at risk students, successfully establishing a foundation for academic engagement as a first year teacher
- Developed a comprehensive, standards aligned instructional plan that fostered student growth across key areas of Social Studies while addressing diverse learning needs
- Taught a wide range of Social Studies subjects, including U.S. History, World History, Anthropology, Indiana History, Government, and Business Basics
- Planned, organized, and facilitated group activities tailored to the unique social and emotional needs of students, promoting inclusion, participation, and personal development
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Indiana University
IN06-1995
Skills
- Lesson planning and design
- Classroom management
- Student mentorship and support
- Collaborative teaching strategies
- Youth program development
- Cultural competence
- Project-based learning facilitation
- Faculty collaboration and teamwork
- Smartboard technology integration
- Effective use of student technology
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Creation of a positive learning environmentt
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
7th Grade Social Studies
SENSE Charter School
09.2023 - Current
Director of Faith Formation
Cornerstone Lutheran Church
06.2019 - 09.2023
6th-8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Calvary Lutheran School
08.2011 - 06.2019
US History Teacher
Lutheran High School
08.2011 - 06.2012
Director of Junior High Youth
Carmel Lutheran Church
07.2007 - 12.2010
Owner/Operator
The Wooden Works
07.2001 - 12.2011
Social Studies Teacher
Bloomington High School North
08.1998 - 07.2001
Social Studies Teacher
Aurora Alternative High School
08.1995 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Indiana University
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