Alexandra Skadina
Gatineau,QU
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Clifford Bowey PS, specializing in special education. Proven expertise in implementing individualized education programs and behavior management strategies that foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. Adept at teaching essential life skills and promoting social competencies while effectively collaborating with families and professionals to enhance student development and success. Committed to creating tailored educational experiences that empower students to reach their fullest potential.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey Public School
09.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Long Term Occassional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
Designated Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Executed individualized education programs (IEPs) and lesson plans for students with special needs, ensuring consistency with the regular teacher's strategies and goals.
- Maintained a positive and inclusive classroom environment, managing behaviors effectively and providing necessary support to students with diverse learning and emotional needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Sir Winston Churchill PS
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented positive behaviour support plans and strategies to manage classroom behaviour, promote self-regulation, and encourage appropriate social behaviours.
- Thought essential life skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, money management, and social interaction, using tailored, hands-on activities and visual aids to help students with autism develop independence and practical abilities for daily living.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Connaught PS
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Facilitated social skills training and group activities that promote peer interaction, communication, and cooperation, helping students develop essential social competencies.
- Maintained open and regular communication with parents and families, providing updates on student progress, discussing challenges, and offering strategies to support learning and development at home.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior Divisions
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON04.2021
Honours Bachelor of Social Science - Major in Criminology and Sociology
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON04.2017
Skills
- Knowledge of Accessibility Act
- Experience with learning management platforms
- Effective communication skills
- Partner collaboration
- Project planning
- Progress assessment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey Public School
09.2025 - Current
Long Term Occassional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
09.2024 - 06.2025
Designated Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
01.2024 - 06.2024
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Sir Winston Churchill PS
10.2023 - 01.2024
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Connaught PS
02.2023 - 06.2023
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Clifford Bowey PS
10.2022 - 02.2023
Honours Bachelor of Social Science - Major in Criminology and Sociology
University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior Divisions
University of Ottawa
References
References available upon request.