Trevor Casterlin
Social Studies Teacher
Camp Verde,AZ
Summary
Experienced social studies teacher with a proven track record of educating students on global and American ideals, cultural heritage, and generating student awareness of their rights, liberties, and responsibilities as citizens. Proficient in explaining complex concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics, and current events. Adept at developing comprehensive lesson plans, assigning and grading exercises, and fostering an engaging classroom environment that encourages active student participation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center High School
07.2024 - Current
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Increased student success rates with regular assessments and timely feedback on assignments and performance.
Social Studies Teacher
North Kansas City School District
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Increased student success rates with regular assessments and timely feedback on assignments and performance.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
Social Studies Teacher
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted field trips to historical sites, enhancing students' understanding of historical contexts through real-world experiences.
- Contributed to school's curriculum development committee, ensuring social studies program remained relevant and comprehensive.
- Fostered positive learning environment, adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Promoted digital literacy by incorporating technology-based learning tools into social studies curriculum.
Social Studies Teacher
Lexington High School
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ 05.2001 -
Skills
Leadership Training
Instructional Design
Problem-Solving Skills
Course Structure Development
Classroom Engagement Strategies
Behavioral Modeling
Personalized Learning Approaches
Experienced in Canvas
Experienced in Google Classroom
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center High School
07.2024 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
North Kansas City School District
07.2023 - 04.2024
Social Studies Teacher
Odessa R-7 School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Social Studies Teacher
Lexington High School
06.2021 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - History
Thomas Edison State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Thomas Edison State University
05.2001 -