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Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

I support students and ensure program continuity on days of classroom teacher absence.

Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

I supported students with their self-directed learning in general science, university preparation chemistry, and university preparation Spanish based on the Ontario Curriculum. I created, curated, and organized assessment opportunities for my students, and served as their content support system and administrative liaison as they worked towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and submit documentation to the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). I was their digital guide on the side.

Muskoka, Ontario, Canada

I supported students and ensured program continuity on days of classroom teacher absence.

Muskoka, Ontario, Canada

Development of relationships and establishing rapport with students, teachers, and the administration of Learning @ Home Secondary School. Creation and curation of materials to support learner engagement and subject concept attainment in Grade 9 Science, Applied (SNC1P), Grade 10 Science, Applied (SNC2P), and Grade 11 Biology, University Preparation (SBI3U). Preparation of progress reports, midterm reports, and regular communication with parents and caregivers.

Rosseau, Ontario

I designed, created, implemented, and supported systems for tracking the movement of people and the use of places and programs during all non-standard academic days. I monitored, updated, and improved school databases to optimize engagement with alumni, parents, staff, students, and community members. I curated our collection of school photographs for use in school promotional materials, social media pages, and our annual yearbook. I managed social media profiles on Facebook and Instagram. I proofread, edited, and improved upon all organizational communications prior to their distribution. I collaborated with colleagues toward the aim of continuous improvement for our information and communication technology systems.

Rosseau, Ontario

Coordination of scheduling and/or attendance for our personalized exam weeks, alumni mentor days, discovery days, and winter clubs. Development of relationships and establishing rapport with students and fellow teachers. Inquiry-based instruction and coaching towards science concept attainment for all learners. Support of students with multidisciplinary projects and passion projects during our discovery days. Experience teaching Grades 11 and 12 biology and chemistry university preparation courses. Experience coaching ultimate and cross-country running, and leading photography club. Expertise in environmental science, ecology, life sciences, botany, scheduling, educational technology, formative response tools, and teaching in beta mode.

Monterrey Area, Mexico

Mentoring and coaching middle school and high school teachers, primarily in the subjects of science, math, and technology; team teaching the newly developed inquiry-based Science 9 Honors; providing support for student-centered strategies in science, math, business, and technology; development and implementation of digital tools to facilitate differentiation; design of puzzles and games to support science learning; curriculum review, development, and refinement for the science and business technology departments. Coordination of the ASFM STEM Lab equipment and materials purchase list.

Monterrey Area, Mexico

Supervision and mentoring of middle school and high school (MSHS) science teachers; piloting and modeling of best classroom practices and educational technologies; coordination and leadership of MSHS Science Department meetings and professional development; oversight and stewardship of department budget and spending decisions; development and implementation of science curriculum and vertical alignment; preparation and review of department semestral exam materials; communication and reflection on departmental initiatives and approaches with administrators and science teachers.

Monterrey Area, Mexico

Development of relationships and establishing rapport with students and fellow science teachers; inquiry-based instruction and coaching towards biology concept attainment for all learners; promotion of growth mindset and resilience via modeling and transparency in my own practice; piloting and demonstration of new educational technology and applications; implementation of constructivist approaches whenever possible; content creation and modification upon reflection; experience in teaching Ecology 12, Biology 10, Chemistry 11, Science 9, Biology 12, Pre-AP Biology 10-11, AP Biology 11-12, and International Food and Nutrition 10-12; expertise in environmental science, ecology, life sciences, botany, and teaching in beta mode.

Ontario, Canada

Coordination of field investigations and preparation of Environmental Assessment (EA) reports for municipal infrastructure projects; mentoring and coaching fellow botanists in plant species and community identification techniques; field reconnaissance and identification of plant species and communities for municipal, provincial, and federal EAs; communication with EA project coordinators and stakeholders; extensive plant species and community identification experience in ecosystems from Windsor, through the Oak Ridges Moraine, to the coniferous and mixed forests of central and northern Ontario.

Bachelor'S Degree, Education

Activities and Societies: Practicum Placement included a Grade 4/5 homeroom and Grade 7 and 8 Science classes. Math, Science.

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Biology And Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Teacher's Assistant for Plant Biology and Invertebrate Zoology, Champlain College Weekend Lock Up Assistant.

Horticultural Science

Horticultural Diploma program, with focus on soils and plant growth, plant identification, and integrated pest management as a Master.

Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Plant Science And Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Weekend Greenhouse Waterer, Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross Courses, Teacher's Assistant for several second.