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Andreas Frischknecht

Andreas Frischknecht

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Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of English and History

Kantonsschule Am Brühl St. Gallen
08.2000 - 01.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.

Coordinator Language Stays

Kantonsschule Am Brühl
08.2010 - 08.2016

Planned, coordinated and organized English stays for all departments (commercial college and secondary vocational students) in England, Ireland, and Canada.

Accompanied students and teachers on their English stays.

Evaluated each year's stay and developed strategies for improvement.

Reported back to school board, principal, language schools, as well as language agency.


Head of English Department

Kantonsschule Am Brühl
08.2007 - 08.2015
  • Enhanced curriculum by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating relevant literary works.
  • Reduced teacher turnover rate through effective mentorship, professional development opportunities, and support systems.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected English literature with other subjects.
  • Oversaw hiring processes for new department members, ensuring the selection of highly qualified candidates committed to student success.
  • Established a positive learning environment by promoting respect, diversity, and inclusivity within the classroom.

Education

Ph.D. - English Literature

University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
02.2006

Diploma in Higher Education Teaching - English & History

University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
05.2002

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
01.2000

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

San Diego State University
San Diego, USA
03.1998

Skills

  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Preparations for Cambridge exams: FCE, CAE, CPE

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Coordinator Language Stays

Kantonsschule Am Brühl
08.2010 - 08.2016

Head of English Department

Kantonsschule Am Brühl
08.2007 - 08.2015

Teacher of English and History

Kantonsschule Am Brühl St. Gallen
08.2000 - 01.2024

Ph.D. - English Literature

University of Zurich

Diploma in Higher Education Teaching - English & History

University of Zurich

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

University of Zurich

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

San Diego State University
Andreas Frischknecht