Andrew Atkinson Email & Phone Number

Toronto

• Worked at an inner city school to enhance current curriculum-based subjects and incorporate Right To Play programming within the classroom
• Lead presentations and Right To Play events (i.e. Play Days) at schools; assisted the development of workshops and presentation resources
• Completed program evaluations and compiled data and media collections
• Heavily involved in R&D of the brand new Right To Play (RTP) Camp Partnership Manual and the development of new university/youth organization/NGO partnerships
• Interviewed and selected youth delegates for the upcoming Global Youth Summit in Thailand (summer 2014)

Toronto (TDSB)

• Developed unit plans and daily lessons for grade 9 academic science, grade 11 college biology and grade 12 university biology courses
• Designed authentic assessment and evaluation strategies in order to map student progress and facilitate academic success
• Used curriculum materials and instructional strategies to ensure an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all learners
• Mentor and supervisor for student council; facilitated student learning about leadership and democracy as well as helped to organize/run school wide events (i.e. mini Olympics)

Toronto (TDSB)

• Developed unit plans for Grades 9 and 10 (Enriched) General Science and Grade 12 University Biology according to ministry expectations
• Employed a variety of instructional techniques (i.e. differentiation) designed to engage different types of learners using media and technology (i.e. Remind 101, Smart board) where appropriate
• Assistant coach of the junior boys basketball team, consistent volunteer for the JumpStart Breakfast Program, and designed the ‘Haunted Halloween Hall’
• Participated in weekly professional development conferences and attended the STAO conference

Newmarket, Ontario

Full time as an Environmental Planner Intern within the design and planning department. Was responsible for site visits in order to locate, map out and determine developable and protected areas. Was involved in the organization and development of various firm projects. Became familiar with the York Region, Town of Newmarket and Town of Aurora environmental.

Toronto, Canada Area

Involved with land, facility (building) and trail maintenance while learning practical conservation knowledge. Helped organize and lead environmental awareness day camps. Had the opportunity to gain renovating experience as well as increased conservation knowledge through being able to attend staff meetings held by Lake Simcoe board members