ALEC NOVAK
Montreal,Canada
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the English Montreal School Board, specializing in language acquisition and adult education methodologies. Skilled in fostering student engagement and delivering effective online instruction, I excel in preparing learners for academic success through tailored activity planning and clear communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English & French Teacher – Adult Education (Academic, Basic & Francisation)
English Montreal School Board
Montreal, Canada
01.2020 - Current
- Teach academic English, academic French, Basic English, Basic French, and Francisation.
- Deliver instruction in reading comprehension, textual analysis, grammar, writing, and oral communication.
- Prepare learners for college-entry pathways.
High School English Teacher (Grades 9–10)
Al-Mawakeb School
Dubai
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Taught English literature, comprehension, grammar, and academic writing.
- Led novel studies and structured writing assignments.
Occasional & Long-Term Teacher (Grades 4–8)
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Ottawa, Canada
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Taught English, reading, writing, and humanities.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learning needs.
Education
Master of Teaching (M.T.) -
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON06-2017
Master of Arts - English Literature
University of Balamand
Lebanon06-2004
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Lebanese University
Lebanon07-2003
Skills
- Effective communication
- Student engagement
- Online instruction
- OCT & QC teaching certification
- Language acquisition strategies
- Student support
- Clear communication
- Adult education methodologies
- Activity planning
- Classroom management
Certification
- Brevet d’enseignement – Permanent (Québec)
- Ontario College of Teachers – Certified Teacher (OCT)
- Additional Qualification: French as a Second Language, Part I
Languages
- English, Native-level
- French, Very strong
- Arabic, Fluent
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English & French Teacher – Adult Education (Academic, Basic & Francisation)
English Montreal School Board
01.2020 - Current
High School English Teacher (Grades 9–10)
Al-Mawakeb School
01.2020 - 12.2020
Occasional & Long-Term Teacher (Grades 4–8)
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
01.2019 - 12.2020
Master of Teaching (M.T.) -
University of Toronto
Master of Arts - English Literature
University of Balamand
Bachelor of Arts - English Language & Literature
Lebanese University