Owen Graf
Johnstown,NY
Summary
Innovative and adaptable teaching professional with a strong foundation in student-centered instruction and classroom management. Experienced in promoting social-emotional learning and collaborative teaching practices, ready to enhance student engagement and achievement in diverse learning environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teaching: Social Studies
Beekmantown Middle School
Plattsburgh, New York
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Designed and delivered engaging lessons aligned with New York State social studies standards.
- Implemented hands-on simulations and student-led skits to illustrate government processes.
- Integrated current events to enhance content relevance and student engagement.
- Facilitated group work, document analysis, and interactive learning activities.
- Promoted social-emotional learning through restorative circles and leadership development programs.
Student Teacher: Social Studies
AuSable Valley High School
Keeseville, NY
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Designed and delivered student-centered lessons in 7th grade U.S. history, New York history, and 12th grade government and economics.
- Integrated current events and real-world connections to enhance understanding of government and economic concepts.
- Developed formative assessments to monitor progress and guide instructional strategies.
- Utilized structured discussion activities and applied learning strategies to promote engagement and critical thinking.
Field Experience: Social Studies
AuSable Valley High School
Keeseville, NY
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated instruction for 9th grade global history and 12th grade government courses.
- Enhanced student learning through analysis of primary sources and guided activities.
- Developed skills in classroom management, lesson preparation, and student engagement strategies.
Field Experience: Social Studies
Chazy Central Rural School
Chazy, NY
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Led small-group instruction on Chinese history, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
- Assisted in lesson delivery and classroom management for ninth and tenth grade history classes.
- Observed teaching methods of experienced educators.
Education
Master of Science - Education
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY12-2025
Minor: Coaching
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY05-2026
Skills
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Differentiation & Support for Diverse Learners
- Primary Source Analysis & Historical Inquiry
- Classroom Management & Relationship Building
- Social-Emotional Learning & Restorative Practices
- Lesson Planning & Formative Assessments
- Collaborative Teaching
- Curriculum Development
Certification
- Educating All Students (Passed March 26, 2026)
Social Studies Content Specialty Test (Test date May 14, 2026)
Professional Development & Leadership
• Member, Phi Alpha Theta
• Presenter/Participant, Phi Alpha Theta NY-NJ Regional Conference (2025)
• President, Plattsburgh History Association (2023–2024)
Coaching Experience
Assistant Varsity Softball Coach
Mayfield Central School District, NY (2026 – Present)
- Assisted in coaching and developing student-athletes at the varsity level.
- Promoted teamwork, discipline, and accountability while emphasizing academic success.
- Built strong relationships with student-athletes while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, using encouragement and constructive feedback to promote confidence, resilience, and performance.
Timeline
Student Teaching: Social Studies
Beekmantown Middle School
10.2025 - 12.2025
Student Teacher: Social Studies
AuSable Valley High School
09.2025 - 10.2025
Field Experience: Social Studies
AuSable Valley High School
04.2025 - 05.2025
Field Experience: Social Studies
Chazy Central Rural School
10.2024 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Education
SUNY Plattsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY Plattsburgh
Minor: Coaching
SUNY Plattsburgh