Andrew Robinson
Naperville,IL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
9th-12th grade EL/ELA/History Teacher
Wheaton North High School
08.2022 - Current
- Teach sheltered ESL English, US History, World Civilizations, American Government
- Design lessons based on SIOP & TBLT principles
- Employ best practices aligned with the district and state benchmarks
- Solve problems related to a diverse, at-risk population
- Meet with PLC, students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Increase educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
6th Grade EL/ELA Teacher
Blackhawk Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught self-contained sheltered 6th grade ELA & co-taught ELA
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
English & Social Studies Teacher
Legg Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2021
- Developed interventions for MTSS process
- Solved problems related to a diverse, rural, at-risk population with many ELL students
- Led movement to integrate technology and blended learning into the classroom at LMS
- Served as department chair and chairperson of the Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum Committee
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Student Research Assistant
NMU Archives
08.1998 - 12.1999
- Assisted university faculty with research projects
- Identified and conserved documents, records and maps of historical significance.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Historical Interpreter
Mackinac State Historic Parks
06.1996 - 08.1998
- Dressed as 18th Century British soldiers and French settlers
- Interpreted Michigan's early history to park visitors
- Demonstrated use of colonial era weapons
- Educated groups about key events in history and current preservation strategies with polished presentations.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 07.2020 - 12.2023
Master of Education -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, Indiana 04.2002 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, Michigan 08.1996 - 04.2000
Skills
- ESL- English as second language
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Data-driven instruction
- IEP implementation
- Alternative dispute resolution training
- Group and individual instruction
- Relationship building
- Student records management
- Cooperative learning experience
- Classroom technology
Teaching Credentials
State of Illinois Professional Educator License, 06/30/26
- English (5-8 & 9-12)
- Social Science (5-8 & 9-12)
- ESL, K-12 Endorsement
Certification
- TESOL Certified
- Secondary Education Certificate - Illinois State Board of Education
Timeline
9th-12th grade EL/ELA/History Teacher
Wheaton North High School
08.2022 - Current
6th Grade EL/ELA Teacher
Blackhawk Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - TESOL
Western Michigan University
07.2020 - 12.2023
Master of Education -
Indiana Wesleyan University
04.2002 - 12.2004
English & Social Studies Teacher
Legg Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2021
Student Research Assistant
NMU Archives
08.1998 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Northern Michigan University
08.1996 - 04.2000
Historical Interpreter
Mackinac State Historic Parks
06.1996 - 08.1998
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