Nikki Andruschak Neal
Nogales
Summary
Dedicated educator with dual master's degrees in English as a Second Language and Public Administration, offering proven expertise in teaching writing and language skills to diverse adult and high school populations. Adept at developing dynamic, student-centered lesson plans and implementing varied instructional methods that effectively engage learners. Committed to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments that prioritize academic success alongside mental well-being. Passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential through tailored instruction and thoughtful mentorship, ensuring each individual feels valued and capable of achieving their goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English Teacher
Nogales High School
08.2023 - Current
- Dedicated and accomplished educator with dual master's degrees in English as a Second Language and Public Administration.
- Proven expertise in effectively teaching writing and language skills to a diverse high school population.
- Skilled in developing dynamic, student-centered lesson plans and implementing varied instructional methods.
- Committed to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments that prioritize both academic success and mental well-being.
- Passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential through tailored instruction and thoughtful mentorship.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Adult Basic Education and ESL Instructor
Santa Cruz County Superintendent's Office
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Provide adult basic education to prepare students to pass the High School Equivalency Exam and Arizona State Proficiency Exams.
- Employ scaffolding techniques, group activities and games to enhance learning.
- Use online platforms and resources for instruction and assessment.
- Assessed students to evaluate progress and adapt lessons to align with performance.
- Instructed students on core subjects of reading and writing.
- Educated program participants on writing professional documents.
- Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
- Attended community and campus events.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
Online ESL Instructor
VIPKID
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Developed timely feedback and positive reinforcement to students and parents, resulting in student profession.
- Educated students in the basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Employed a variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instructional methods.
Executive Assistant
Honeywell Aerospace
02.1999 - 05.2015
- Worked with Senior Management to initiate new projects and processes.
- Assisted with internal audits for multiple systems within Aerospace.
- Assisted with application testing and script creation.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Education
Master of Education - English as a Second Language
05.2022
Master of Public Administration - Homeland Security
05.2015
Graduate Certificate - Homeland Security
05.2015
Skills
- Facilitating group instruction
- Fostering student involvement
- Cultural awareness
- Effective classroom management
- Fostering a positive learning environment
- Attentive listening skills
- Testing administration
Accomplishments
- Designed and conducted a well received professional development workshop for the AZTESOL Conference in October 2024.
- Published research on strategies to improve retention rates in adult education programs.
- Senior Exhibition Coordinator for the 2025-2026 school year.
Affiliations
- Arizona Education Association
- Arizona TESOL
- Arizona Association for Lifelong Learning
- Coalition on Adult Basic Education
- TESOL International
Certification
- Subject Matter Expert Standard Teaching, 6-12, Arizona Department of Education
- Standard Adult Education, Arizona Department of Education
- Substitute Teacher, PreK-12, Arizona Department of Education
- Structured English Immersion, K-12, Arizona Department of Education
- Adult Education Retention Specialist, Coalition on Adult Basic Education
- CPR, First Aid, AED, CPR Test Center
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Honeywell Aerospace
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Timeline
High School English Teacher - Nogales High School
08.2023 - Current
Adult Basic Education and ESL Instructor - Santa Cruz County Superintendent's Office
03.2022 - 11.2024
Online ESL Instructor - VIPKID
09.2019 - 10.2020
Executive Assistant - Honeywell Aerospace
02.1999 - 05.2015
Northern Arizona University - Master of Education, English as a Second Language
Pennsylvania State University - Master of Public Administration, Homeland Security
Pennsylvania State University - Graduate Certificate, Homeland Security