Thomas J. Neal
Chicago,USA
Summary
Enthusiastic, multilingual educator skilled in fostering language acquisition and cultural appreciation. Known for creating interactive lesson plans tailored to various learning styles, and consistently achieving positive student outcomes. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and flexible response to classroom dynamics, ensuring effective and supportive teaching environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
World Language Teacher
Niles Township District 219
08.2013 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans integrating cultural elements and language skills
- Facilitated immersive classroom activities promoting language acquisition and student participation
- Assessed student progress through varied evaluation methods to tailor instruction
- Supervision and planning of student travel abroad (20+ students each cohort)
- Fostering international partnership with Exchange Partners in Bruchsal, Germany
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and share best teaching practices
- Organized extracurricular events fostering cultural awareness and enhancing student experience
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect for diversity and encouraged open communication among students.
- Implemented technology tools to support language learning and improve student engagement
Co-coordinator of 21st Century Community Learning Centers
Urbana High School
12.2011 - 06.2013
- Organization and supervision of grant-funded after school program serving 100+ students
- Interviewing and evaluation of 15+ program staff
- Writing, editing, and printing of course guide for classes offered.
- Collaboration and planning with community partners.
World Language Teacher
Urbana High School
01.2007 - 06.2013
- Preparation and execution of instruction for German (I-V) and Spanish (I-II) classes.
- Creation and revision of formative and summative assessments for courses taught.
- Collaboration across course teams in order to maximize effectiveness of instruction and drive student achievement.
Camp Counselor and Credit Language Teacher
Concordia Language Villages
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Excelled in roles of camp counselor and credit language instructor in the "Waldsee" German immersion program.
- Facilitated engaging language immersion activities for diverse groups of students.
- Collaborated with staff to develop age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans.
- Assisted in organizing events promoting cultural exchange and language practice.
- Implemented safety protocols ensuring well-being of all participants during activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Teaching: - German
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, ILM.Ed. - Educational Organization/Leadership
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Urbana, ILCertification
ISBE: Endorsed K-12 for German & Spanish
Timeline
World Language Teacher
Niles Township District 219
08.2013 - Current
Co-coordinator of 21st Century Community Learning Centers
Urbana High School
12.2011 - 06.2013
World Language Teacher
Urbana High School
01.2007 - 06.2013
Camp Counselor and Credit Language Teacher
Concordia Language Villages
01.2004 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts in Teaching: - German
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
M.Ed. - Educational Organization/Leadership
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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