Leonard Aaron Caplan
Teacher
Revere,MA
Summary
Master's Degree in Mass Communication and twenty years of teaching experience at the middle and high school level. Dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Taught in both urban and suburban environments. Conversant in Spanish.
MA Teacher's Certificate #332702, SEI Endorsement
History (5-12)
English (5-12)
Chapter 74-Radio and Television (all levels)
Subjects: Special Education Social Studies, Video Production, Photography, Media Technology, Drama, and Freshman and Junior CP1 English classes. Day-to-day, real-world business experience in the operations of two video production companies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
History & English Tutor
Marblehead High School
2023.09 - Current
- Supported ESL learners in acclimating to American culture while improving their language proficiency through practical conversations.
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Improved student comprehension of complex texts by employing various teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Established rapport with students, fostering open communication and creating a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse student needs, ensuring equitable access to content and learning opportunities for all.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Supported teacher instruction, thoroughly discussing concepts, and designing custom practice questions.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
English Teacher (long-term Substitute-1yr.
Marblehead High School
2022.09 - Current
- Followed curriculum set forth by MA Standards for English Language Arts Grades 6 through 12.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Media Technology Teacher
Medford Vocational Technical High School
2018.08 - 2021.06
- Maintained and modernized 3 camera video studio with available budget.
- Trained and developed student's skills in videography, post-production (editing) still photography and podcasting.
- Trained students in ENG remote video production as well as in-studio production.
- Produced and created videos showcasing various vocational classes throughout school using student videographers, photographers and editors.
- Trained students to use Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Adobe, Lightroom and Photoshop software.
- Collaborated with students covering and cablecasting school events, profiling clubs, school improvement projects, retirement videos, etc.
- Utilized knowledge of screenwriting, storyboarding and outlining combined with improvisation by student talent to teach on-camera techniques.
Drama Teacher
Marshall Middle School
2015.08 - 2017.06
- Improved students'' communication skills through targeted public speaking exercises and constructive feedback.
- Coordinated field trips to professional theater productions to enrich students'' understanding of the art form outside the classroom context.
- Instructed students on the history of theater, exploring key periods, playwrights, and performance styles from around the world.
- Organized school-wide drama productions, managing auditions, rehearsals, and technical aspects for successful performances.
- Established a safe and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing their emotions and ideas.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Journalism
Northeastern University
Boston, MAMaster of Arts - Mass Communication
Emerson College
Boston, MAMA Teaching Certificate - Education Classes
Salem State College
Salem, MAPost Graduate Level Certificate - Screenwriting
Emerson College
Boston, MA06.2000
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Building rapport
- Motivating students
- Videography
- Photography
- Voice-over Narration
Accomplishments
Screenwriting Certificate from Emerson College post Master's degree.
Certification
Screenwriting
Timeline
History & English Tutor
Marblehead High School
2023.09 - Current
English Teacher (long-term Substitute-1yr.
Marblehead High School
2022.09 - Current
Media Technology Teacher
Medford Vocational Technical High School
2018.08 - 2021.06
Drama Teacher
Marshall Middle School
2015.08 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Arts - History, Journalism
Northeastern University
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
Emerson College
MA Teaching Certificate - Education Classes
Salem State College
Post Graduate Level Certificate - Screenwriting
Emerson College
Screenwriting
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