MARY NEELY
Arlington Heights
Summary
Passionate English Teacher who provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Science Academy of Chicago
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes, including curriculum for the school's Gifted English program.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Resident Assistant
Columbia College Chicago
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings while advocating for resident needs
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
Summer Resident Assistant
Columbia College Chicago
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Counseled high school residents on career, academic and personal concerns from diverse backgrounds
- Mentored and supervised groups of residents in on-site and off-site environments
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
Children's Choir Director
Pasadena First Church of the Nazarene
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Obtained knowledge and experience in classroom management skills and teaching techniques
- Worked with both adults and children and shaped approaches to align with student experience level and musical knowledge
- Organized and led recruiting initiatives to maximize program outreach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2023
Skills
- MICROSOFT PROFICIENT
- IXL PROFICIENT
- GOOGLE CLASSROOM PROFICIENT
- TIME MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
- DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION
- TENACITY
- CRITICAL THINKER
- COLLABORATIVE
- CLEAR COMMUNICATION
- CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
- TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
- POSITIVE TEAMMATE
Awards
- RESIDENT ASSISTANT OF THE YEAR AWARD
- SUSAN DOWNING SCHOLARSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION RECIPIENT
Timeline
English Teacher
Science Academy of Chicago
08.2023 - Current
Summer Resident Assistant
Columbia College Chicago
06.2022 - 07.2022
Resident Assistant
Columbia College Chicago
08.2021 - 05.2023
Children's Choir Director
Pasadena First Church of the Nazarene
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Columbia College Chicago
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