Amanda Martin
Victoria,BC
Summary
- Highly motivated, open-minded, and passionate individual with significant experience in childhood education
- Extensive background in Inclusive Education
- Recipient of the Emily Longworth Memorial Award used to plan a field trip to the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Center
- Recently completed a 2 year Orton-Gillingham practicum
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Support Teacher
SELKIRK MONTESSORI SCHOOL
03.2021 - Current
- Assess reading and writing abilities of students of concern using a variety of assessments and educational tools
- Delivered personalized education that focus on phonological awareness, decoding, and encoding in 1-1, small group, and classroom push-ins
- Continually monitor students' progress and make adaptations as needed
- Collaborate with other members on the Inclusive Education team about best practices, new research, and inclusive strategies
- Prepared instructional materials for group and 1-1 use to comply with established curriculum
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons
- Co-created the Sustainability Club for Grade 7/8 students, which runs eco-friendly initiatives for the school community
Teacher/Special Education Teacher
OAK AND ORCA BIOREGIONAL SCHOOL
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated IEP meetings and wrote IEPs for students in both the physical school and Distance Learning program
- Ran a skill development program for students with reading difficulties
- Provided support for student-directed studies in a Grade 3-6 classroom
- Ran multi-grade workshops for creative writing and visual note taking
- Developed BC based curriculum for school and special education programs
- Used and encouraged feelings and needs based communication
Student Teacher
NORTH VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Planned and executed successful lessons for a Grade 3-4 split class with 24 students of diverse needs and challenges
- Successfully met new curriculum goals by developing cross-curricular teaching strategies
- Assessed students using various tools such as rubrics, self-evaluations, providing personal feedback, and creating contributions for report cards
- Conducted a class field trip to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre
- Developed strong leadership and classroom management skills
Student Teacher
MONTESSORI DE OAXACA
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to the English Language Learning curriculum for Grades 1-3
- Communicated with School Associate about students' progress
- Learned and followed Montessori principles such as creating an open learning environment and encouraging hands-on learning
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting
Program Manager
HSP BEHAVIOUR CONSULTING
12.2013 - 09.2017
- Conducted one-on-one ABA based therapy with clients on the autism spectrum
- Communicated weekly with parents and the behavioural team regarding the client's progress
- Monitored client's progress both at home and school
- Collaborated with team members to provide consistent hands-on support for the client and family
- Attended relevant workshops and conferences
Behavioural Therapist/Team Leader
PRIVATELY EMPLOYED
05.2011 - 12.2013
- Conducted one-on-one ABA based therapy in at-home and school environments
- Improved learner outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions
- Made program changes as needed under the supervision of the consultant
- Trained and supervised new behavioural therapists
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of support across providers
Out-of-School Support Worker
NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Encouraged assigned student to engage in social activities and appropriate communication with peers
- Promoted positive verbal communication and providing support during transition periods
- Communicated with parents and the Supported Childcare Team about child's goals
- Established trusting relationships with students and their families through empathetic communication and active listening
Classroom Teacher
AIPUSEN/MINI-BEES ENGLISH TRAINING INSTITUTE
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Creating lesson plans specific to each class under my responsibility with a focus on teaching phonics, letter and word recognition
- Employing various teaching methods to engage preschool-aged children
- Creating storyboard packages containing key phrases for children to use in and out of class
- Recording instructional CDs to be distributed to schools
- Managing an out-of-city 3-day winter camp event for school-aged children within my designated classes to provide underprivileged children with free English classes
Classroom Teacher
Fun Language International School
08.2007 - 02.2008
- Creating and implementing ELL lessons for a variety of age groups and experience levels
- Developing games and activities to gain the interest and attention of young students learning English for the first time
- Working an out-of-city 3-day winter camp event for school-aged children within my designated classes to provide underprivileged children with free English classes
Education
Orton-Gillingham Associate Certification
FRASER ACADEMY
Vancouver, BC03.2024
Bachelor of Education -
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
Burnaby, BC08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
Burnaby, BC12.2014
General Studies
LANGARA COLLEGE
Vancouver, BCCertification
Elementary Reading Certificate Program (2022): American Montessori Society
Special Education Part 1 (2020): Queen's University, Online Program
Non-Violent Communication Training (2020 ): Hollyhock Leadership Learning Centre, Online
Applied Behavioral Analysis Training (2011): Family Centered Practices Group Vancouver, BC
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (2011): North Shore Neighborhood house, Vancouver, BC
Supported Childcare Development Training (2010): North Shore Neighborhood house, Vancouver,
BC TESOL Certificate (2007): Global TESOL College, Vancouver,
BC National Lifeguarding Safety (2002): Commonwealth Pool, Victoria, BC
References
Marie Sykes
Special Education Coordinator/Vice Principal
Selkirk Montessori School
learningsupport@selkirkmontessori.ca
250 384 3414
Marie was my supervisor and mentor during my time at Selkirk. She can speak to my ability to provide literacy support, build rapport with students and their families, and ability to create and adapt programs based on the needs of my learners. She can also speak to how I work as a team member and am able to take guidance and constructive feedback.
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Kartik Viswanath
Grade 1-3 Class Co-Teacher
Oak and Orca Bioregional School
kartik@oakandorca.ca
647 984 4554
Kartik Viswanath was my co-teacher during my time at Oak and Orca. Our job was to work together to create a supportive, compassionate, and inclusive classroom. He can speak to my classroom engagement, rapport building with students, and inclusive practices.
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Kaylen Bevan
School Associate
Carisbrooke Elementary School
kbevan@sd44.ca
604 328 8359
Kaylen Bevan was my Practicum Teacher in BC. I observed her lessons and learned many different teaching techniques. She spent numerous hours observing my teaching practice, advising me on classroom management, and helping me refine my unit and lesson plans.
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Heidi St. Pierre
Behavioural Consultant
HSP Behavioural Consulting
heidical@shaw.ca
604 787 9835
Heidi St. Pierre has known me since 2011. She has acted as my mentor and employer. She has observed my work as a Behavioural Therapist, Team Leader, and Program Manager.
Timeline
Learning Support Teacher
SELKIRK MONTESSORI SCHOOL
03.2021 - Current
Teacher/Special Education Teacher
OAK AND ORCA BIOREGIONAL SCHOOL
08.2019 - 01.2021
Student Teacher
NORTH VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2018 - 04.2018
Student Teacher
MONTESSORI DE OAXACA
09.2017 - 11.2017
Program Manager
HSP BEHAVIOUR CONSULTING
12.2013 - 09.2017
Behavioural Therapist/Team Leader
PRIVATELY EMPLOYED
05.2011 - 12.2013
Out-of-School Support Worker
NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
09.2010 - 12.2012
Classroom Teacher
Fun Language International School
08.2007 - 02.2008
Classroom Teacher
AIPUSEN/MINI-BEES ENGLISH TRAINING INSTITUTE
01.2007 - 12.2009
Orton-Gillingham Associate Certification
FRASER ACADEMY
Bachelor of Education -
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - English
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
General Studies
LANGARA COLLEGE
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