Julio Alfonso Davila
Toronto,Canada
Summary
I wish to use my skills and dedication to enhance the educational experiences of students, as well as to provide a learning environment that meets the needs of the classroom and school community. I am a friendly and enthusiastic educator with the range to educate students in the Primary, Junior, and Intermediate divisions in numerous subjects. My teaching philosophy is based on providing an equitable and diverse learning experience for students, where each student believes that they can succeed. I can adapt to meet the individual needs of students, and in doing so, create an inclusive learning environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Grade 6
St. Jude Catholic School
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work according to the overall and specific expectations of the Grade 6 curriculum.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs (House League Soccer and Cooking Club) and field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Grade 1
St. Jude Catholic School
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Occasional Teacher
Toronto Catholic District School Board
10.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Occasional Teacher
York Region District School Board
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Occasional Teacher
Durham Catholic District School Board
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet provincial standards.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Student Teacher, Grade 1/2
St. Monica Catholic School
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Candidate Practicum Block D, Grades 1 & 2.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons to all students in the class.
- Taught according to educational needs of students.
- Available for students who required assistance (answering questions, providing resources/materials).
- Maintained positive learning environment for students.
- Able to use effective classroom management strategies.
- Communicated and consulted with other members of staff.
- Lesson and Unit planning of; Math, Literacy, Religion, Social Studies, Art.
- As my final placement of my Bachelor of Education, I was excited for the opportunity to plan, teach, and assess for an entire class for the entirety of the day. This experience helped me hone my skills and strategies as an educator, as well as build a rapport with mentor teachers and colleagues.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
St. Wilfrid Catholic School
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Candidate Practicum Block C, Kindergarten.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons to all students in the class.
- Taught according to educational needs of students.
- Available for students who required assistance (washing hands, putting on snow pants and jackets, etc.).
- Maintained positive learning environment for students.
- Able to use effective classroom management strategies.
- Communicated and consulted with other members of staff.
- Lesson and Unit planning in Numeracy, Literacy, and Science.
- During this placement, I had the opportunity to learn about and develop lessons for both junior and senior kindergarteners. This experience helped me realize how important this grade level is for students, as it provides fundamentals for lifelong learning. I was able to work with students both in groups and individually during learning centres, as well as develop strategies to communicate and teach young learners.
Student Teacher-Grade 5
St. Mother Teresa CS
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Candidate Practicum Block B, Grade 5.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons to all students.
- Taught according to educational needs of students, including several with IEPs.
- Available for students who required assistance (answering questions, providing resources/materials).
- Maintained positive learning environment for students.
- Able to use effective classroom management strategies.
- Communicated and consulted with other members of staff.
- Lesson and Unit planning of; Math, Physical Education, Health, Religion.
- As my first in person placement, I was excited for the opportunity to finally teach in a classroom setting. During my time at St. Mother Teresa, I was involved in several school activities. One such activity was a weekly volleyball game between students and teachers that helped me meet and develop relationships with the staff. Another activity was the Stations of the Cross service that we held during the last day before Easter break. I was tasked to facilitate this activity, where I delegated tasks to students, helping them with their prayers and providing materials needed for the activity. In terms of the classroom, I was tasked with creating lessons for Physical Education and Religion. I also developed units for Math (Data Management) and Health (Drugs and Alcohol).
Student Teacher
Trent University Virtual School
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Candidate Practicum Block A, Grade 5.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons to teaching group and supervisors.
- Engaged with the lessons of my group members and provided feedback to their lessons.
- Received feedback for lessons by group members, supervisors, and faculty advisor.
- Learned how to successfully navigate a Google classroom and other online resources that can be used for virtual learning.
- Developed individual lessons for Math, Language, and Science.
- Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I did not receive a practicum placement for Block A. To rectify this, Trent University organized a “virtual school”. This virtual school offered myself and others who did not receive a placement the opportunity to prepare lessons for each other based on our given grade. We would submit our lesson plans and other resources on a Google classroom, which our group members would be able to access. These lessons consisted of Math, Language, and a subject of our choice, mine being Science. After we delivered our lessons, we would then be given feedback by our peers, as well as our Faculty Advisor if they were able to attend.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Trent University
Peterborough, ON06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
York University
Toronto, ON06.2018
High School Diploma -
St. Basil-the-Great College School
Toronto, ON06.2014
Skills
- Total of 10 years of experience in coaching/teaching Primary/Junior Divisions through volunteer work and practicum placements
- Total 5 years of experience in coaching/teaching Intermediate division students through volunteer work and teaching assignments
- Exceptional organizational skills and coordination for adapting to different situations
- Eager to collaborate and work with colleagues
- Places high emphasis on Catholic values, which has helped develop teaching practices
- Friendly and outgoing, with fantastic interpersonal communication skills
- Able to work under pressure, and eager to take on new challenges and responsibilities
- Values patience, respect, and honesty in the classroom
- Willing to learn new strategies and practices to meet student needs
- Flexible availabilities and able to go where needed
- Able to keep positive mindset, even in stressful situations
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons to all students
- Values importance of extracurricular activities focusing on sports and physical activity
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Successful completion of the Senior Division History Additional Qualification.
- Successful completion of Special Education-Part 1 Additional Qualification.
- Successful completion of the Reading Part 1 Additional Qualification.
- Successful completion of the Intermediate Health and Physical Education Additional Qualification.
- Successful completion of "Coaching in Ontario Schools," offered by the Ontario Federation of School Athletics Associations (OFSAA).
Timeline
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Grade 6
St. Jude Catholic School
09.2024 - 06.2025
Occasional Teacher
York Region District School Board
02.2024 - 06.2025
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Grade 1
St. Jude Catholic School
04.2023 - 05.2023
Occasional Teacher
Toronto Catholic District School Board
10.2022 - Current
Student Teacher, Grade 1/2
St. Monica Catholic School
03.2022 - 04.2022
Occasional Teacher
Durham Catholic District School Board
02.2022 - 06.2023
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
St. Wilfrid Catholic School
11.2021 - 12.2021
Student Teacher-Grade 5
St. Mother Teresa CS
03.2021 - 04.2021
Student Teacher
Trent University Virtual School
11.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
York University
Bachelor of Education -
Trent University
High School Diploma -
St. Basil-the-Great College School
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