ROBERT C. SALEM
SEAFORD,NY
Summary
Dynamic and professional multi certified social studies teacher with experience and knowledge of both teaching and fostering the love of learning. Dependable and highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and follow-through. Personable, able to develop positive rapport and empathize with students, faculty, and families. Sensitive to the academic, social/emotional and career needs of students. Proficient with the use of the Internet, Google Workspace and AI generators.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Kings Park Central School District
09.2018 - Current
- Create and teach lessons aligned to state standards for courses that include Advanced Intro to World History, Social Studies 8, Social Studies 8 ICT & Humanities 8.
- Collaborate and plan instruction with the social studies department to determine appropriate delivery methods and modalities to incorporate into each lesson.
- Collaborate with a team of teachers to revise the Humanities curriculum.
- Design formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback.
- Utilize technology effectively to create interactive lessons and real-world applications.
- Provide direct support to students by delivering instruction through co-teaching models and strategies.
- Plan and monitor student progress in collaboration with special education teachers.
Teacher
Half Hollow Hills Central School District
Dix Hills, NY
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Create and teach lessons aligned to state standards for multiple courses that include AP Government, AP World History, 12th grade Economics and Government, Global History II, Criminal Justice and Ethics.
- 0.7 FTE
Teacher
Valley Stream Central High School District
Franklin Square, NY
05.2015 - 06.2015
- Leave Replacement
Teacher
Malverne Union Free School District
Malverne, NY
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Leave Replacement
Teacher
West Hempstead Union Free School District
West Hempstead, NY
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Leave Replacement
Teacher
Wantagh School District
Wantagh, NY
09.2012 - 06.2014
- 0.4 FTE
Education
School Building Leader/School District Leader Certificate -
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY08-2025
Master of Arts - Adolescent Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - History
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2010
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Positive role model and mentor
Affiliations
- Athletic Boosters
- WTRMS Academic Committee
- WTRMS Culture Committee
- Kings Park Classroom Teacher Association
- Parent Faculty Association
Certification
- Social Studies 7-12, Professional
- Social Studies 5-6, Professional
- Students with Disabilities K-12, Professional (July 2026)
- Childhood Education 1-6 Professional (July 2026)
- SBL/SDL Initial (August 2026)
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Head Coach Middle School Football September 2018 - September 2024, William T. Rogers Middle School
- Varsity Assistant Football Coach, September 2025- Present, Kings Park HS
- JV Baseball Coach, March 2020- May 2022, Kings Park HS
- Middle School Baseball Coach, March 2023- June 2023, William T. Rogers Middle School
- Varsity Flag Football Head Coach, March 2024- Present, Kings Park HS
- Varsity Boys Winter Track Head Coach, November 2025- Present, Kings Park HS
Timeline
Teacher
Kings Park Central School District
09.2018 - Current
Teacher
Half Hollow Hills Central School District
09.2015 - 06.2018
Teacher
Valley Stream Central High School District
05.2015 - 06.2015
Teacher
Malverne Union Free School District
12.2014 - 05.2015
Teacher
West Hempstead Union Free School District
09.2014 - 12.2014
Teacher
Wantagh School District
09.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - Adolescent Education
Adelphi University
School Building Leader/School District Leader Certificate -
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Adelphi University