Tom Skobel
High School Theatre & English Teacher
Carol Stream,Illinois
Summary
Energetic and dedicated professional with proven ability to inspire and lead teams. Possesses deep understanding of curriculum development, excelling in strategic planning and policy implementation. Committed to fostering inclusive and collaborative academic environment to drive student success and institutional growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Educational Leadership Internship
Lake Zurich High School
Lake Zuirch , IL
08.2023 - Current
- Gained valuable experience working on the following internship activities.
- Analyzed the retake and revision policy with a school committee and presented to the Performing Arts and English department the impetus behind the decision as it relates to SB 100.
- Evaluated and implemented theatre curriculum standards that aligned with state requirements to ensure academic excellence across all grade levels and student abilities.
- Performed a pre-observation, classroom evaluation, and post-observation of a band teacher to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Managed the $50,000 theatre budget.
- Ensured school compliance with Illinois Administrative Code as it relates to donations and parent booster organizations.
- Fostered student mental health by supporting the assistant principal of student services in assessing the mental health needs of students.
Theatre and English Teacher
Lake Zurich High School
08.2015 - Current
- Courses taught: Acting, Advanced Acting, Design for Theatre, Advanced Studio Theatre, Digital Media Production, Public Speaking, English II Honors, Senior Composition, Contemporary Literature
- Contributed to development of school's Theatre English curriculum, ensuring it met learning objectives and standards.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Theatre, Speech, and English Teacher
Glenbard South High School
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Courses taught: Acting and Directing, Speech, and Speech EL.
Speech and Theatre Teacher
Peking Community High School
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Courses taught: Drama 1, Drama 2, Drama 3, Drama 4, Advanced Communication, and English 4/Speech
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
Aurora, IL 05.2025 - Current
Master of Arts - Theatre Directing
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL 06.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 08.2025 - 05.2010
Skills
Lesson planning
Student support
Classroom management
Accomplishments
Awarded by Disney Theatrical Group the Illinois High School Premiere of Frozen in 2023/
Received an excellent rating on evaluation during the 2022-2023 school year
Directed a show that was selected to be performed at the 2017 Illinois High School Theatre Festival.
Certification
Illinois Performance Evaluation - Teacher Evaluation Training
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Education
Illinois State University
08.2025 - 05.2010
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Aurora University
05.2025 - Current
Educational Leadership Internship
Lake Zurich High School
08.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Theatre Directing
Roosevelt University
06.2017 - 05.2020
Theatre and English Teacher
Lake Zurich High School
08.2015 - Current
Theatre, Speech, and English Teacher
Glenbard South High School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Speech and Theatre Teacher
Peking Community High School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Illinois Performance Evaluation - Teacher Evaluation Training
Principal- Expected May 2025
Drama/Theatre Arts-Senior HS
English Language Arts-Senior HS
Social Science-History-Senior HS
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