KERAH SANDLER CARO
Evanston,IL
Summary
Progressive educator passionate about designing engaging curriculum that centers student identity, creativity, critical thinking, and tikkun olam.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker Demonstration School
Intermediate Grades Lead Teacher
Wilmette, IL
01.2009 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging, integrated, DEIJ-centered thematic curricula in 4th and 5th Grade language arts, math, science, and social studies.
- Served as Intermediate Team Leader and on Equity Action Team, Storytelling Committee, Atlas Curriculum Mapping Team, Strategic Plan Steering Committee, student-led Gender Sexuality Alliance, and ISACS Sub-Committees.
- Mentored student teachers from National-Louis University, North Park University, and Evanston Township High School.
- Collaborated with Student Services Team to develop and implement student support plans and differentiate instruction.
- Developed and implemented programming as Summer Explorations instructor and Summer Discovery permanent substitute.
- Co-presented “Empowering Students through Emergent Curriculum” workshop at ISACS Annual Conference 2017.
Beth Emet Synagogue
Beit Sefer Teacher
Evanston, IL
09.2024 - Current
5th Grade Hebrew and Judaica Teacher (2024-25)
- Implemented and enhanced lesson plans from Chai and Torah Aura curricula and Connections for the Homeless unit.
Madrichol-in-Training Teacher (2025-26)
- Developed and implemented 8th Grade program to prepare students to be teacher assistants using Matan and Madrichim Manual Curriculum.
Self-Employed
Tutor
Evanston, IL
2003 - Current
- Tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in all academic subjects, Hebrew, and Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation to build confidence and executive functioning skills.
Northwestern Center for Talent Development
Leapfrog Program Instructor
Evanston, IL
2008 - 2008
- Developed curriculum and taught/assessed gifted elementary school students in social studies and creative drama courses.
One-to-One Learning Center
Academic Tutor
Evanston, IL
1998 - 2004
- Tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in all academic subjects.
North Shore Country Day School
Teacher
Winnetka, IL
01.1993 - 01.2004
4th Grade Lead Teacher (1998-2004)
- Developed curriculum and taught/assessed students in language arts, math, and social studies.
- Served on Community Service Committee and ISACS Editing Committee and as Lower School chair for all-school literary magazine.
2nd and 3rd Grade Assistant Teacher (1993-1998)
- Assisted classroom teacher in all subject areas.
After School Program Assistant Director
- Provided after-school care, led Homework Club, and billed families.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary Education
National-Louis University
Evanston, IL01-1997
Bachelor of Arts - American History
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL01-1993
Skills
- Innovative, collaborative project-/inquiry-based curriculum development
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Social-emotional learning
- Technology integration
- Community connection and special programming
- Consistent parent communication
- Narrative assessment
- Mentorship of pre-service teachers
Certification
- IL State Board of Education Professional Educator License - 1998 - 2031
- Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity - 2018 - 19, 2003 - 04
- Hebrew University's Florence Melton Adult Mini-School - 2008
Timeline
Beth Emet Synagogue
Beit Sefer Teacher
09.2024 - Current
Baker Demonstration School
Intermediate Grades Lead Teacher
01.2009 - Current
North Shore Country Day School
Teacher
01.1993 - 01.2004
Self-Employed
Tutor
2003 - Current
Northwestern Center for Talent Development
Leapfrog Program Instructor
2008 - 2008
One-to-One Learning Center
Academic Tutor
1998 - 2004
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary Education
National-Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - American History
Northwestern University