306-502, Well County Complex 3,  

19, Haesong-ro 30 beon-gil,  

Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, 22000 Republic of Korea 
1(586) 255-8011 
SamBrunner85@Gmail.com 

Sam Brunner  
IB Middle Years Program educator with experience in collaborating for higher 
student achievement. Focused on using conceptual learning to foster real world 
application of classroom content. Skilled in promoting leadership and student 
wellness in and outside of the classroom. Passionate about helping middle 
schoolers grow and develop a passion for improving the world around them. 

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY 
Learning happens through inquiry, experience, and reflection. As a classroom 
leader it is my job to use classroom content to encourage students to think 
deeply about its meaning to them, and to our world as a whole. By providing 
engaging classroom content I can improve student’s conceptual understanding of 
history, and the world around us. These skills transcend the classroom, 
encourage lifelong learning, and give students the tools necessary to create a 
better, happier world.   

EXPERIENCE 

Chadwick International, Songdo, South Korea — Teaching Intern 

July 2017 - PRESENT 

My work focused on collaborating with other teachers throughout the Individuals 

and Societies department. I co-planned lessons and units. I co-taught, led 
classroom instruction, and provided long term cover for planning and 
instruction. 

● Worked intensively with middle school Individuals and Societies courses 

○ Individually and collaboratively planned IB MYP unit plans and 
assessments 
● Provided 1 to 1 support for ELL and struggling students   

Daleville Jr/Sr School, Daleville, Indiana — Teacher 

January 2016 - June 2017 

● 7th-10th Grade Instructor 

○ 9th Grade World History/Geography 
○ 7th Grade Physical Education 
○ 7th Grade Technology Education 
○ 8th Grade Technology Education 
○ 10th Grade College and Career Readiness 
● Volunteered as Track and Field Coach and Fitness Room Supervisor 

 
 

Daleville Jr/Sr School, Daleville, Indiana — Student Teacher 

October 2015 - May 2016 

● Co-taught and planned,and led instruction in multiple courses 

○ 9th Grade World History/Geography 
○ 10th-11th Grade World History 
○ 12th Grade Government  
● Volunteered as Track and Field coach  

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 
● Strength and Conditioning Coach - Chadwick International 
○ Planned and lead instruction for athletic development for Varsity 
athletes and fitness-oriented students 
● 6th Grade Advisor - Chadwick International 
○ Provided guidance, emotional and educational support for 10 6th 
Grade students during the 2017-2018 school year. This group 
focused on improving student wellness and positively handling 
middle school transition 
● Global Issues Network Leader - Chadwick International 
○ Led a group of middle school students to develop a project to help 
solve a global issue. Group travels to Bali to present project in 
Spring 2018. 
● Varsity College Athlete (2012-2016) 
○ Participated on the Ball State Football team 
○ 4-year letter winner, member of the team leadership council 

EDUCATION 

Bachelor of Science — Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana 

July 2012 - December 2016 

Major: Social Studies Education 

● Concentrations: History (World & U.S), Government, Sociology, Geography 

CERTIFICATION 
● Teacher’s Certification - State of Indiana (Historical Perspectives) 
● American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation  

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 
IB MYP Category II Individuals and Societies: Delivering the MYP curriculum 
September 2017 

Socratic Seminars - John Zola November 2017 

KORCOS Conference November 2017 

Google Apps Event December 2017 

 
Dear Sir or Madam, 
 
I am writing this letter on behalf of an exceptional young educator, Sam Brunner. As the grade 8 
Individuals and Societies teacher at Chadwick International School, I worked closely with Sam 
for an entire year; co­planning units and daily lessons, co­teaching, creating authentic 
assessments, analyzing data, and assessing student performance. Sam was not only a 
pleasure to work with, he was vital asset in these processes, offering insight and fresh ideas. 
Being a true Millennial, he knows how to integrate technology meaningfully, and consistently 
developed interactive learning activities which engaged our students and required them to think 
deeply.  
 
Sam already possesses the qualities of a great teacher ­ empathy, enthusiasm, intelligence, 
work ethic ­ as well as great knowledge of his content area. He is able to communicate complex 
ideas in a way that young adolescents can grasp. His personality and disposition seem to be a 
natural fit for middle school students. He effortlessly builds rapport with our students; they 
admire him and strive to impress him. He also possesses the right traits to ensure that he 
continues to develop into a master of the craft.  I have been most impressed with his ability to 
self­reflect and improve. He seeks constructive feedback and strives to improve daily. 
 
I recommend Mr. Brunner to you unreservedly as a teacher with the correct values, qualification 
and attitude to be a real success in the profession, and as an invaluable member of any school 
community. He is genuinely outstanding in quality, reliability and commitment.  
Best Regards, 
 
Langdon Kell Simpson 
Individuals and Societies 
Middle School  
Chadwick International School  
 
 
  

To   Whom   it   may   concern, 

I   am   writing   to   you   on   behalf   of   Sam   Brunner,   my   current   co‐teacher   at   Chadwick   International.   I  came 
to   know   Sam   in   August   of   this   year   as   he   joined   our   Humanities   team,   yet   he   has   also   served   our   school 
as   an   advisor   and   coach.    In   particular,   the   advisory   program   is   a  place   where   Sam   shines.   He   quickly 
builds   relationships   with   students,   getting   to   know   their   interests   to   build   rapport.    The   students   rely 
on   him   for   academic   and   emotional   guidance   as   they   transition   from   the   PYP   into   grade   6  and   middle 
school.     Sam   routinely   communicates   with   parents   and   fellow   teachers   to   support   his   advisees.   

As   a  colleague,   I   ind   Sam   to   be   energetic,    lexible,   and   re lective   in   his   teaching.    Although   he   has   just 

begun   working   within   the   IB,   MYP   framework,   he   is   creative   and   passionate   about   his   subject;   willing 
to   engage   in   collaborative   unit   planning.    We   often   plan   in   small   teams,   and   Sam   brings   ideas   and 
assumes   tasks   to   complete   from   week   to   week.    Sam   is   also   open   to   feedback.    He   has   taught   in   my 
classes   multiple   times   in   our   four   months   together   and   I  have   seen   him   respond   to   speci ic   feedback 
from   one   class   to   another.   In   particular,   Sam   is   strong   in   his   lesson   delivery   with   the   appropriate 
pacing   of   the   lesson   to   ensure   the   students   are   engaged   and   checking   for   their   understanding   as   he 
moves   through   the   class.    He   is   growing   in   his   capacity   as   a  teacher,   and   will   no   doubt   serve   any   school 
with   enthusiasm   and   commitment. 

It   is   with   great   pleasure   that   I  recommend   Sam   for   a  teaching   position,   know   that   he   will   be   an   active 
and   vital   role   in   any   school   community.    If   you   have   questions,   please   feel   free   to   contact   me   at 
bsamuelson@chadwickschool.org  

Thank   you   and   kind   regards, 

Briana   Samuelson 

MYP,   Year   1  Individuals   &  

Societies,   Curriculum   Coach 

 
References for Sam Brunner 
 
Shelly Luke Wille 
Head of School ­ Chadwick International 
swille@chadwickschool.org 
82­ 032­250­5000 
 
Connie Kim 
Middle School Principal­ Chadwick International 
cokim@chadwickschool.org 
82­ 032­250­5000 
 
Kell Simpson 
Grade 8 Individuals and Societies Teacher ­ Chadwick International 
lsimpson@chadwickschool.org 
 
 
Beth Etchison 
History, Government, AP Government Teacher ­ Daleville Jr/Sr High 
dalevillevolleyball@gmail.com 
1­(765)­208­5992