Nial Jones is from Lansing, Michigan, United States.  His credentials include a Bachelor's in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Language Arts from Central Michigan University and a Master's in Reading Education from the University of Kansas. Nial is also a certified reading specialist. He is licensed to teach in the United States (Board of Education from the state of Michigan) and the United Kingdom (QTS).  He possesses over a decade of teaching experience in the United States, China, and now Thailand! Throughout that time, Nial has focused on building a trusting, caring classroom environment in which all students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes.   Nial believes that it is his job to help students not only grow academically, but to help them develop as well-rounded human beings. Outside of the classroom, he loves to watch movies, read (especially history), travel, support Michigan State basketball, and learn from others. Nial is looking forward to a great year!