Sam Pickering
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Steinmetz College Prep High School, specializing in differentiated instruction and student engagement. Skilled in developing IEPs and fostering inclusive learning environments, I excel in motivating diverse learners and enhancing literacy through innovative lesson planning and effective communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Diverse Learners Teacher/Social Studies Teacher
Steinmetz College Prep High School
Chicago, IL
09.2022 - Current
- Taught and team-taught World Studies, U.S. History, Civics, English III, and Algebra I in instructional and general education classrooms
- As a Diverse Learner teacher, wrote IEP's and participated as case provider in meetings with students, parents, and teachers
Off-Campus Tutor
Oak Park River Forest High School
Oak Park, IL
09.2012 - 06.2022
- Worked one-on-one with students who were out of school due to disability, medical issues, or disciplinary suspensions. Taught lessons across the high school curriculum to keep students up to date and on track while they were out of school. Worked closely with parents, teachers, and administration.
English Teacher; Journalism Teacher
Roosevelt High School, CPS
Chicago, IL
08.2000 - 06.2010
- Taught English and Reading classes across the high school grades with focus on literacy and writing skills.
- Taught honors-level Journalism classes and helped to produce the monthly high school newspaper.
- Served as general education teacher in many inclusion classes.
Education
Learning Behavior Specialist I -
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL06.2022
Masters of Education - English Language And Literature
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILBachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Macalester College
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement (K-22)
- High School Endorsement for English, Journalism, US History, and World History
- Grades 6-8 Endorsement for Language Arts and Social Studies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Parent Communication
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Sports and clubs coaching
Volunteering
- Longtime (10 years) volunteer driver for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Deliver fresh produce to agencies, soup kitchens, senior centers, and food pantries across Cook County.
Timeline
Diverse Learners Teacher/Social Studies Teacher
Steinmetz College Prep High School
09.2022 - Current
Off-Campus Tutor
Oak Park River Forest High School
09.2012 - 06.2022
English Teacher; Journalism Teacher
Roosevelt High School, CPS
08.2000 - 06.2010
Learning Behavior Specialist I -
University of Illinois At Chicago
Masters of Education - English Language And Literature
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Macalester College
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