William Leistman

Social Studies Teacher — Uniondale Union Free School District

Oct 2022 – Present · Uniondale, NY

Uniondale High School (Sep 2023 – Present)

• Teach U.S. History and Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. History to diverse high school learners.
• Design rigorous, engaging curriculum aligned with AP College Board standards.
• Integrate educational technology, primary source analysis, and inquiry-based methods to prepare students for Regents and AP exams.
• Foster critical thinking and historical reasoning skills through writing, debates, and project-based learning.

Turtle Hook Middle School (Oct 2022 – Jun 2023)

• Taught 7th Grade U.S. History, making complex historical concepts accessible and engaging for middle school learners.
• Developed and implemented age-appropriate lessons that emphasized literacy and historical thinking skills.
• Created interactive classroom experiences using digital resources and multimedia presentations.
• Supported student growth by building strong relationships and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Information Technology High School — Long Island City, NY

Social Studies Teacher (Nov 2014 – Sep 2022)

• Created and implemented curriculum for Participation in Government, Economics, and U.S. History.
• Delivered differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including ELLs and students with disabilities.
• Facilitated professional development sessions on instructional strategies and technology integration.
• Coordinated Student Government and National Honor Society, organizing induction ceremonies and student leadership activities.

Webmaster / Google Admin (Sep 2016 – Dec 2021)

• Redesigned and maintained the school website, improving accessibility and communication for 1,200+ stakeholders.
• Served as Google Workspace Super Administrator, managing accounts and system functionality.
• Facilitated professional development for staff on Google Apps for Education, increasing adoption and efficiency.