Thomas Corbett
Adliswil
Summary
My educational philosophy centers on building strong relationships with students, fostering an environment where they feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. I believe in meeting each student’s individual needs through differentiated instruction, recognizing that every child has unique strengths and challenges. By creating an inclusive and supportive classroom, I aim to inspire a love for learning that extends beyond the curriculum. Furthermore, I value partnerships with parents as essential collaborators in their child’s education, working together to create a nurturing and motivating space for students to thrive both academically and personally.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Zurich International School
07.2015 - Current
- Teach in self-contained classroom; responsible for planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and modifying curricula with grade level team using differentiation
- Grade level Coordinator - Responsibilities include orientation and mentoring of new teachers, coordinating team meetings, curriculum work, team budget, and facilitating communication between administration and the team
- Math curriculum committee chair
CLASSROOM TEACHER
The International School of Kuala Lumpur
07.2006 - 08.2015
- Grade level coordinator-Responsibilities included orientation and mentoring of new teachers, coordinating team meetings and curriculum work and facilitating communication between administration and the team
- Service Learning Coordinator, grade 5- develop leadership skills in students, taught them to work cooperatively, be role models, and assist in community service
- Science curriculum committee chair
- Math curriculum committee chair
- Coordinator of Terry Fox school-wide charity event
CLASSROOM TEACHER
American International School of Muscat
07.2002 - 06.2006
- Helped develop and implement 'Character Counts' program in elementary school
- Implemented Bonnie Campbell Hill's classroom based assessment and developmental continuums as an elementary school
- Member of the Social Sciences self-study committee for accreditation
- Co-created new continuum-based report card grade 3-5
- Piloted use of portfolios to compliment new reporting system
- Created and coordinated overnight field trip
- Designed a student led moving-on ceremony for fifth grade
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Antwerp International School
07.1996 - 07.2002
- Taught in self-contained classroom teaching English, mathematics, science and social studies
- Grade level leader; Responsibilities included coordinating development of integrated curriculum units, orientation and mentoring of new teachers, communicating information between teachers and administration
- Developed and organized elementary student council
- Member of Steering Committee for ECIS/WASC accreditation
Education
Teacher Certification Program -
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER
Denver, Colorado01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
Boulder, Colorado01.1990
Skills
Communication Skills- I am an excellent listener who provides thoughtful feedback to empower others
Personalization of Instruction- I have the ability to work with students at different conceptual levels with different learning needs
Leadership: I am a well respected leader who successfully manages diverse team members
Professional Development
Inquiry Based Learning - Kath Murdoch
Literacy- (Matt Glover) 5 Days- Projecting units of study, conferring and small group work, classroom lab-sites, curriculum development, teacher training
Intentional Learning Community ZIS
Science- Next Generation Science Standards- Paul Anderson
Reading and Writing Workshop- Erin Kent
Algebraic thinking and Math Instruction - Erma Anderson
Best Practices in Reading and Writing Instruction - Carrie Ekey
SGIS Math Workshop at ZIS - Monica Negoy
SGIS Annual Conference ZIS
References
- Catherine Jolly, Deputy Director, Zurich International School, cjolley@zis.ch, +41 58 750 2254
- Junlah Madalinski ,Elementary Principal, Zurich International School, jmadalinski@zis.ch, +41 58 750 2254
- Janna Trontvet, Assistant Principal, Zurich International School, jtrontvet@zis.ch, +41 58 750 2254
Coaching
Zurich International School Girls Junior Varsity Basketball Boys Under 11 Basketball
Coordinator grade 4-10 Zurich International School Basketball league
The International School of Kuala Lumpur
Girls Varsity Basketball,
Boys Varsity Softball,
Boys Junior Varsity Basketball, Boys Under 11 Basketball,
Boys under 11 Baseball,
Under 11 Track and Field,
Under 11 Cross Country
Saturday Little League Basketball Coordinator
The American International School of Muscat
Boys Varsity Basketball
Under 14 boys Basketball,
Under 12 boys Soccer,
Antwerp International School Boys Junior Varsity Basketball, Under 12 girls Basketball,
Under 12 boys Soccer,
Timeline
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Zurich International School
07.2015 - Current
CLASSROOM TEACHER
The International School of Kuala Lumpur
07.2006 - 08.2015
CLASSROOM TEACHER
American International School of Muscat
07.2002 - 06.2006
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Antwerp International School
07.1996 - 07.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
Teacher Certification Program -
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER
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