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Peel, Ontario, Canada

• Teach students a variety of subjects including Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, and the Arts. • Promote the connection between physical activity and mental health, encouraging a holistic approach to well-being and supporting emotional management skills.• Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student.… Show more • Teach students a variety of subjects including Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, and the Arts. • Promote the connection between physical activity and mental health, encouraging a holistic approach to well-being and supporting emotional management skills.• Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. • Contributed to the staff and school committee by learning about the needs of the families and community members within and outside of the school. Show less

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

• Designed and implemented differentiated instruction and a deep understanding of student learning to meet the needs of ELL students. • Utilized various assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor student progress and evaluate learning outcomes and teaching practices. • Cultivated meaningful partnerships with families and staff through consistent communication and collaboration by utilizing resources to enhance students’ success. • Fostered a positive… Show more • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction and a deep understanding of student learning to meet the needs of ELL students. • Utilized various assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor student progress and evaluate learning outcomes and teaching practices. • Cultivated meaningful partnerships with families and staff through consistent communication and collaboration by utilizing resources to enhance students’ success. • Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective classroom management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. Show less

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

• Designed and implemented differentiated instruction using research-based strategies in addition to a deep understanding of student learning to meet the diverse needs of split-grade classrooms. • Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. • Utilized a range of assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor… Show more • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction using research-based strategies in addition to a deep understanding of student learning to meet the diverse needs of split-grade classrooms. • Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. • Utilized a range of assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor student progress and evaluate learning outcomes as well as teaching practices. • Cultivated meaningful partnerships with families and staff through consistent communication and collaboration by utilizing resources to enhance students’ success. • Pursued ongoing professional growth and development by participating in relevant workshops, conferences, and other professional learning opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in teaching, curriculum and assessment. Show less

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

• Designed and implemented differentiated instruction using research-based strategies in addition to a deep understanding of student learning to meet the diverse needs of split-grade classrooms. • Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. • Utilized a range of assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor… Show more • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction using research-based strategies in addition to a deep understanding of student learning to meet the diverse needs of split-grade classrooms. • Fostered a positive and safe classroom environment through effective behaviour management practices including setting clear expectations, high standards and personalized support for each student. • Utilized a range of assessment tools, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor student progress and evaluate learning outcomes as well as teaching practices. • Cultivated meaningful partnerships with families and staff through consistent communication and collaboration by utilizing resources to enhance students’ success. • Pursued ongoing professional growth and development by participating in relevant workshops, conferences, and other professional learning opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in teaching, curriculum and assessment. Show less

• Challenged and developed students’ literacy skills virtually with applications such as “Wordle,” “Epic Books,” and “Google Meet Chat.” • Designed constructive asynchronous tasks for students, explicitly reflecting math and literacy skills• Planned daily lessons using Google Slides for small and whole-group instruction in collaboration with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) • Created positive relationships with students and families in a virtual setting by uploading daily lesson… Show more • Challenged and developed students’ literacy skills virtually with applications such as “Wordle,” “Epic Books,” and “Google Meet Chat.” • Designed constructive asynchronous tasks for students, explicitly reflecting math and literacy skills• Planned daily lessons using Google Slides for small and whole-group instruction in collaboration with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) • Created positive relationships with students and families in a virtual setting by uploading daily lesson plans on Google Classroom Show less

• Challenged and developed students’ literacy skills virtually with applications such as “Wordle,” “Epic Books,” and “Google Meet Chat.” • Designed constructive asynchronous tasks for students, explicitly reflecting math and literacy skills• Planned daily lessons using Google Slides for small and whole-group instruction in collaboration with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) • Created positive relationships with students and families in a virtual setting by uploading daily lesson… Show more • Challenged and developed students’ literacy skills virtually with applications such as “Wordle,” “Epic Books,” and “Google Meet Chat.” • Designed constructive asynchronous tasks for students, explicitly reflecting math and literacy skills• Planned daily lessons using Google Slides for small and whole-group instruction in collaboration with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) • Created positive relationships with students and families in a virtual setting by uploading daily lesson plans on Google Classroom Show less

• Incorporated elements of diversity in the classroom by teaching students about the various celebrations in the community, such as Asian Heritage Month • Established a positive relationship with students and families through conferences and written communication • Encouraged students’ critical thinking skills in daily lesson plans by developing units on “STEM” activities and “KWL (Know, Want to Learn and Learned) chart.”• Documented provocation and students’ work with Ontario… Show more • Incorporated elements of diversity in the classroom by teaching students about the various celebrations in the community, such as Asian Heritage Month • Established a positive relationship with students and families through conferences and written communication • Encouraged students’ critical thinking skills in daily lesson plans by developing units on “STEM” activities and “KWL (Know, Want to Learn and Learned) chart.”• Documented provocation and students’ work with Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) to co-create a successful framework for all students and families Show less

• Demonstrated high self-regulation skills for students through the implementation of developing self-confidence and a sense of responsibility in self-directed activities • Successfully implemented behaviour management through the application of an applied behaviour analysis program which increased students’ ability to initiate tasks independently• Incorporated elements of inclusivity in the classroom by encouraging students to count up to 10 in their native language

• Incorporated critical thinking skills in daily lesson plans by developing units on “Minds on” activities and “Big Ideas.” • Successfully implemented classroom management through the application of proactive behaviour modification, positive reinforcement and the “Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence” (ABC) chart• Collaborated in a multi-disciplinary team (such as ISSP, EA, and Social Worker) as needed to ensure needs and strengths are identified for students with exceptionalities such as… Show more • Incorporated critical thinking skills in daily lesson plans by developing units on “Minds on” activities and “Big Ideas.” • Successfully implemented classroom management through the application of proactive behaviour modification, positive reinforcement and the “Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence” (ABC) chart• Collaborated in a multi-disciplinary team (such as ISSP, EA, and Social Worker) as needed to ensure needs and strengths are identified for students with exceptionalities such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) • Implemented strategies to support identified and non-identified students with exceptionalities to meet their needs and learning style by adapting developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) • Competently adapted to changes and challenges in the classroom by taking on responsibilities, initiative, and leadership Show less

• Created a stimulating and challenging learning environment through the effective use of different instructional techniques and instructional media with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) partner• Evaluated and revised lesson plans consistently to ensure they were reflective of current students and families within the classroom and community• Successfully created positive relationships with students and families by implementing open communication • Gained experience understanding… Show more • Created a stimulating and challenging learning environment through the effective use of different instructional techniques and instructional media with the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) partner• Evaluated and revised lesson plans consistently to ensure they were reflective of current students and families within the classroom and community• Successfully created positive relationships with students and families by implementing open communication • Gained experience understanding how to effectively create personalized anecdotal data for each student for the “Kindergarten Communication of Learning.” Show less

• Gained experience from multiple schools in a kindergarten classroom with various ethnicities and cultural backgrounds• Incorporated elements of diversity in the classroom by providing and incorporating bilingual books for students• Observed and collected data on students’ learning and interactions using the “Seesaw” application • Supported the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and Educational Assistant (EA) with transitions throughout the day by leading classroom routines

• Supported the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and Educational Assistant (EA) with transitions throughout the day by assisting students with exceptionalities such as behavioural challenges• Gained experience from various schools in a kindergarten classroom with differing Socioeconomic Status (SES) • Incorporated inclusion in the classroom by modelling positive communication skills• Observed and addressed any concerns regarding student behaviours and health with the classroom… Show more • Supported the Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and Educational Assistant (EA) with transitions throughout the day by assisting students with exceptionalities such as behavioural challenges• Gained experience from various schools in a kindergarten classroom with differing Socioeconomic Status (SES) • Incorporated inclusion in the classroom by modelling positive communication skills• Observed and addressed any concerns regarding student behaviours and health with the classroom teacher immediately Show less

Bachelor Of Education - Bed, Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Education

Associate'S Degree, Early Childhood Education