Amanda Moir
Toronto,ON
Summary
Organized and professional French Instructor with 12 years of expertise in language instruction. Known for developing lesson plans to target diverse learning styles and unique educational needs in the classroom. Fosters excellent communication with students, parents and faculty to achieve instructional goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Waldorf Academy
Toronto, ON
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Developed an engaging French curriculum aligned with Waldorf educational philosophy, including artistic and hands-on projects.
- Facilitated immersive language activities to enhance student fluency and comprehension.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Performed non-instructional responsibilities, including recording faculty meeting minutes and serving on the Governance Committee.
- Established positive rapport with students in Grades 1 through 8, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
English and French Teacher
Toronto Prep School
Toronto, ON
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Taught classes including Grades 7 and 8 French, FSF1D, FSF2D, ENL1W, and Grade 8 Spelling and Grammar using Google Classroom and Edsby
- Redesigned two French courses (FSF1D and FSF2D)
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency
- Maintained consistent and professional contact with parents and students about students' successes and challenges
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom
- Convened homework club, providing individual support to students for a wide variety of courses and subjects
- Engaged students in the French language while overseeing French Club
Head of the Languages Department
McCanny Secondary School
Toronto, ON
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Prepared for and participated in school inspections with the Ministry of Education
- Trained and advised new staff about school procedures
- Edited and created course outlines
- Taught ENG2D, ENG3U, ENG4U, OLC4O and other English and French courses in a private high school
- Adapted courses to online formats including Moodle and Google Classroom
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Homeroom Foreign Teacher
21st Century International School
Beijing, China
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Taught English comprehension, phonetic, reading, printing, writing, and speaking skills to Preschool-Grade 2 students
- Developed English language, drama, reading, and science lessons and lesson plans in line with the school's curriculum using PowerPoint and other programs and materials
- Maintained a focused English environment suitable for students of all levels
- Assessed students' language abilities and wrote report cards for each student using Word indicating the student's achievements and challenges during the term
- Trained new teachers about the curriculum and the school rules
- Organized regular meetings to aid teachers in collaborating ideas to improve teaching and share ideas related to the curriculum
Private English Tutor
Self-Employed
Hwaseong, South Korea
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Taught an adult business and conversational skills in private one-on-one classes
- Edited documents, presentations, and emails
- Aided in the student's success as a Chairman in a United Nations informal working group
English Teacher and Head Foreign Teacher
EG Friends Club
Hwaseong, South Korea
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Taught English comprehension, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills to kindergarten and elementary aged students
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Engaged students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 in English language learning
- Maintained a fun yet focused English environment
- Trained new teachers about the curriculum and the school's expectations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON04-2012
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Effective Lesson Planning
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Course Planning
Certification
The American TESOL International - Advanced TESOL Certification (120 Hours) - July 2016
Oxford Seminars, Waterloo, Canada - TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification (100 Hours) - January 2012
Additional Information
Skills Computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office, especially Powerpoint and Word. Personable professional with a strong sense of cultural sensitivity. Committed to excellence and success. Enthusiastic and eager to meet challenges with a willingness to learn.
Languages
English
French
Korean
Chinese (Mandarin)
Persian
Spanish
Timeline
French Teacher
Waldorf Academy
09.2024 - 06.2026
English and French Teacher
Toronto Prep School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Head of the Languages Department
McCanny Secondary School
10.2018 - 08.2022
Homeroom Foreign Teacher
21st Century International School
09.2016 - 07.2018
Private English Tutor
Self-Employed
06.2014 - 03.2016
English Teacher and Head Foreign Teacher
EG Friends Club
08.2012 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies
University of Waterloo