Wesley Turner
Chicago,IL
Summary
Social studies educator with strengths in curriculum design and inclusive instructional delivery. Plans and supports youth development initiatives through coordination with nonprofit partners. Applies programming skills beyond education and youth development to support measurable program improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
8th/7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Kelyvn Park High School
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 06.2026
- - Designed standards-aligned lessons to strengthen classroom instruction.
- - Collaborated in developing 7th and 8th grade programming program to enhance student engagement.
- - Created ESL curriculum to foster student language acquisition and support diverse learners.
- - Coached middle school girls volleyball team, focusing on skill development and teamwork during practices and games.
8th/7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Fairfield Elementary
Chicago, IL
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed engaging, standards-aligned lessons that enhanced student understanding and engagement.
- Adapted state-mandated curriculum using creative instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Built inclusive, empathic, trauma-informed classroom community that supported student success.
- Coordinated support for school athletic programming, fostering student participation and community involvement.
Auxiliaries De Conversación
Ministry of Education/ IES Juan de la Cierva
Málaga, Spain
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced conversational English skills for students through targeted instructional strategies.
- Guide English language development for bilingual students aged 13-16 in a public school setting.
- Developed cross-cultural learning experiences to deepen understanding and engagement among bilingual students.
- Boosted basic Spanish language proficiency for students by integrating interactive lesson plans.
Umoja Project Coordinator
Change Today Change Tomorrow
Louisville, KY
03.2020 - 10.2021
- - Directed monthly production workflow for 400 hygiene kits serving the houseless community.
- - Coordinated weekly supply distribution, ensuring reliable access for community members.
- - Enhanced community relationships, expanding partnership network to better serve community needs.
- - Cultivated fundraising opportunities, enhancing program sustainability.
- - Monitored and managed spending across a $40,000 budget.
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Highland Middle School
Louisville, KY
01.2019 - 10.2021
- - Designed innovative, standards-aligned instruction to enhance student engagement and achievement.
- - Shape inclusive, empathetic, trauma-informed classroom community that supports student well-being.
- - Contributed actively within PLC to refine instructional planning, improving student outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through exams, projects, and presentations to inform tailored instructional strategies.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Middle Secondary Education with a Track in 5-9 English/Social Studies
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2018
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational programming
- Program planning
- Program evaluation
- Student development
- Classroom management
- Community engagement
- Team collaboration
- Peer mentoring
Training
- QPR Training for Suicide Prevention
- August 2014, August 2015, August 2016, August 2018
- PEACE ED Conflict Resolution Training
- August 2020
- Jefferson County Public Schools Equity Institute
- February 2019, September 2020, February 2021
- Speaker on LGBTQ+ Perspectives Panel
- Implicit Bias in the Classroom
Affiliations
- Black Student Union Advisor, JCPS- Louisville, KY (2019-2022)
- LGBTQ+ Student Advisor, CPS - Chicago, IL (2023-2026)
- Basketball Coach, CPS - Chicago, IL (2023-2026)
- Volleyball Coach, CPS - Chicago IL (2023-2026)
Timeline
8th/7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Kelyvn Park High School
08.2023 - 06.2026
8th/7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Fairfield Elementary
09.2022 - 06.2023
Auxiliaries De Conversación
Ministry of Education/ IES Juan de la Cierva
09.2021 - 06.2022
Umoja Project Coordinator
Change Today Change Tomorrow
03.2020 - 10.2021
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Highland Middle School
01.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelors of Science - Middle Secondary Education with a Track in 5-9 English/Social Studies
University of Louisville