Bob Abel

French and Spanish Teacher

Grosse Pointe, Michigan, United States

About

Seasoned 6-12, highly qualified, and highly effective educator with a demonstrated record of creating interactive, student-focused, learning scenarios in a variety of subjects. A leader in Curriculum Development, Spanish, French, Woodworking, and Video Production. MA in French from Middlebury College & MA in Spanish Language & Education from Eastern Michigan University. Has lived, studied, and traveled extensively in France, Mexico, and Quebec.

Experience

  • French & Spanish Teacher at Detroit Country Day School
    Oct 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 9 mos

  • French Teacher at Lincoln Learning Solutions
    Jun 2020 - Dec 2020 · 7 mos

  • Insurance Agent at US Health Advisors
    Jul 2019 - Jan 2020 · 7 mos

  • Grosse Pointe Public School System (24 yrs 10 mos)
    • Educator of Many Disciplines
      Sep 1994 - Jun 2019 · 24 yrs 10 mos

      Highly effective teacher of French, Spanish, Industrial Technology 6th Grade, Woods & Metals, Computer Animation, & Video Production. Retired from public school teaching in Michigan on June 30, 2019.

    • Lifelong Learner
      Sep 2018 - Feb 2019 · 6 mos

      Restorative Practices & Facilitating Restorative Conferences 4 - Day Professional Development Training Restorative Practices is recognized as a way to work “with” youth and adults for peaceful results in education, criminal justice, youth work, organizations and other settings for positive outcomes.

  • China Bridge Educator Delegate at Confucius Institute U.S. Center
    Jul 2007 - Jul 2007 · 1 mo

    Selected as an educational delegate for a two-week program in China for educators starting or strengthening their institution's Chinese programs and partnerships. Highlights included school visits, cultural activities, and educational workshops in Beijing and Nanjing.