Lucy Neylan
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive international experience as a language teacher and student support advisor. Proven expertise in delivering high-quality language instruction and providing exceptional support to diverse student populations. Adept at navigating cross-cultural environments and addressing the unique needs of international students, combining strong pedagogical skills with a deep understanding of student services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Teacher
Loreto Normanhurst
06.2024 - Current
- Facilitated learning of Italian language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
ESL Teacher and Librarian
International School Naples
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
Student Support Coordinator
NA CLIPS
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organisations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Used a wide range of platforms for data entry
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Developed and implemented individualised academic plans for students.
Student Engagement Officer
University of Naples Federico II
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Italian and History Teacher
Mercy College Coburg
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counsellors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualised plans to optimize student education.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Accompanied students to Italy for the cultural immersion trip
- Organised and planned the cultural activities for the Italian students
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
ESL Teacher and Curriculum Designer
My English School
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualised course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Developed curricula, lessons and test plans to maximise student success.
- Established goals for courses with organised outlines and detailed lessons.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Maintained organised and efficient document flows by using excellent planning and multitasking skills.
Italian Language Teacher
Australian Catholic University
01.2017 - 02.2017
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Prepared engaging lessons and differentiated study guides based on the level of students
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Analysed data and implemented strategies for improvement
- Provided detailed feedback for students
ESL and Italian Teacher
Cairns School of Distance Education
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
- Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Education: TESOL and Languages -
University of New England
Armidale, NSW06.2015
Bachelor of Languages: ESL - undefined
University of New England
Armidale, NSW03.2013
Skills
- Creative lesson ideas
- Language immersion techniques
- Curriculum development
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Academic advising
- Student Advocacy
- Progress Reporting
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
Certification
- Working with children check
- NSW Teacher NESA Accreditation
Languages
Italian
Fluent
References
- Nicola Henry, Director Of Studies, nhenry.1@hotmail.com
- Katherine Hominuk, Head Of School, hominuk@isnaples.it
- Vanessa Folino, Head Of The Department, volfino@mercycollege.catholic.edu.au
Timeline
Casual Teacher
Loreto Normanhurst
06.2024 - Current
Student Support Coordinator
NA CLIPS
02.2022 - 02.2024
Student Engagement Officer
University of Naples Federico II
09.2021 - 09.2023
ESL Teacher and Librarian
International School Naples
08.2021 - 06.2024
Italian and History Teacher
Mercy College Coburg
01.2019 - 01.2020
ESL Teacher and Curriculum Designer
My English School
03.2017 - 01.2019
Italian Language Teacher
Australian Catholic University
01.2017 - 02.2017
ESL and Italian Teacher
Cairns School of Distance Education
01.2015 - 12.2016
Post Graduate Diploma in Education: TESOL and Languages -
University of New England
Bachelor of Languages: ESL - undefined
University of New England
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