Specialist in co-creating conversations driven by a relational psychobiological and socio-cultural approach to understanding self, using Gadamer’s approach to learning.What started as a one-time-only parlour room discussion evolved to a monthly course, as requested by the participants.During our online classes, I have covered topics such as cognitive dissonance and the activation of fight/flight/fawn systems.“I could listen to Stephanie all day”; “I walked away from the… Show more Specialist in co-creating conversations driven by a relational psychobiological and socio-cultural approach to understanding self, using Gadamer’s approach to learning.What started as a one-time-only parlour room discussion evolved to a monthly course, as requested by the participants.During our online classes, I have covered topics such as cognitive dissonance and the activation of fight/flight/fawn systems.“I could listen to Stephanie all day”; “I walked away from the class with a perspective that has changed my outlook on my life”; “You’ve given me a new way of being”; “You’re charismatic and optimistic, which is such a relief in these times”. Show less

Food and drink service at a long-established community restaurant. Duties included familiarizing guests with menu and daily specials, accurately recording orders, running multi-course meal service, and tallying bills. - I served groups ranging from 2 to 25 customers- I had a high return rate leading to a large book of regular customers- “On est venu chaque lundi pour te voir. Pendant un an je souffrait d’une période de dépression et je savais que tu m’aiderais à m'en sortir… Show more Food and drink service at a long-established community restaurant. Duties included familiarizing guests with menu and daily specials, accurately recording orders, running multi-course meal service, and tallying bills. - I served groups ranging from 2 to 25 customers- I had a high return rate leading to a large book of regular customers- “On est venu chaque lundi pour te voir. Pendant un an je souffrait d’une période de dépression et je savais que tu m’aiderais à m'en sortir, même si c'était juste pour la soirée” Show less

Creator and WriterI discussed topics that concern the well-being of all children. I wrote about a range of concepts including the impact chaos has in the house, how to create and abide by a parenting philosophy and how brain research can guide parenting. I looked to books and articles that published childhood neurological and psychological findings as well as social and emotional needs of children, exploring the impact adults have on the development of a child.

Co-taught pre-kindergarten using a project approach to learning. - I implemented ‘photography as knowledge’ with the students- I attended the NAEYC annual conference from 2006 through 2008- I used holistic development of the child as my fundamental guiding principle when lesson planning and evaluating educational progress

Lead teacher in pre-k; Co-teacher in grade 1: I was responsible for team meetings, communication with parents, and reports to the department headI created lessons in accordance with the ministry’S QEP while using Understanding by Design and Project Approach as methods for planning and execution.I used holistic development of the child as the fundamental guiding principle when lesson planning and evaluating educational progress.Served as Teacher Representative on the Board… Show more Lead teacher in pre-k; Co-teacher in grade 1: I was responsible for team meetings, communication with parents, and reports to the department headI created lessons in accordance with the ministry’S QEP while using Understanding by Design and Project Approach as methods for planning and execution.I used holistic development of the child as the fundamental guiding principle when lesson planning and evaluating educational progress.Served as Teacher Representative on the Board for a term. Show less