AMY GALLAGHER
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Energetic teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Dedicated to keeping classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Passionate and diligent in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Motivated to improve and help all students succeed, especially ESL students and Special Need Students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
RVF International
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced English Language learning among students in Kindergarten to grade 6 in Jaén, Spain for 9 months.
- Collaborated and implemented innovative lesson plans with teachers at the schol.
- Contributed to the development of educational materials for teachers.
- Participated actively in community engagement and cultural exchange activities.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Placed at St. Mark in a Grade 5 classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assisted the coach with Junior Boys Basketball and cross country.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught the Science, Gym, Kindergarten Reading Program, and Health Curriculum (PPT) from Kindergarten to grade 4 students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering relationships that started the year previous.
- Organized and supported the ECO Team and the cross country team.
Occasional Teacher Floater
HWCDSB
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Placed at St Kateri during the pandemic to minimize supply teachers coming into the school.
- Prepared to accommodate any teacher absence within the school (K-8).
- Followed a regular but flexible daily schedule that involved placement in each classroom throughout the week for extra support.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
HWCDSB
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Taught the Science, Gym, and Health Curriculum (PPT) to the grade 1-3 students of St Augustine in the AM.
- Implemented the Kindergarten Reading Program at St John the Baptist in the PM.
- Supported different students using the Lexia Core Reading Computer Program in various grades at St John the Baptist.
- Supervised the Choir singing group at St Augustine.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
HWCDSB
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Taught in a grade 5/6 classroom and led students in various projects and initiatives such as the Black History Month Cultural Project and Public Speaking Finals.
ESL Instructor
Columbia International College
07.2019
- Taught international students from Brazil, Mexico, and China various English speaking, listening, reading, and language lessons through Columbia College's summer camp program.
One on One Tutor
09.2018 - 09.2019
Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
01.2019 - Current
Tutor in the Classroom
HWCDSB
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Supported kindergarten, grade 2 and 3 students working in one of the targeted groups to help close achievement gaps in language and mathematics.
Education
Concurrent Bachelor of Education Degree - Education
Schulich School of Education Nipissing University
Brantford, ON06.2017
Honours Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Studies
Sir Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, ON06.2017
High School Diploma -
St. Jean De Brébeuf Catholic Secondary School
Hamilton, ON06.2012
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Technology Integration
Professional Development
- Primary Education Part 1, Additional Qualification, 12/2021
- Reading Part 1 Additional Qualification course, 07/2020
- Mathematics Part 1 Additional Qualification course, 12/2018
- International Education Exchange, 05/2015
- Gifted Outreach Program, 11/2014
References
- Mr. Rob Kosic, Principal, St. Mark, kosicr@hwcdsb.ca
- Ms. Colleen Horzelenberg, Vice Principal, St. Mark, horzelenbergc@hwcdsb.ca
- Mrs. Tracey Brown, Principal, St. Kateri Tekakwitha, browntr@hwcdsb.ca
- Ms. Natalie Sokal, Vice Principal, HWCDSB, natters@sympatico.ca, (905) 517-7072
Timeline
English Teacher
RVF International
09.2023 - 05.2024
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
09.2022 - 05.2023
Long Term Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
09.2021 - 06.2022
Occasional Teacher Floater
HWCDSB
09.2020 - 06.2021
Long Term Occasional Teacher
HWCDSB
10.2019 - 06.2020
ESL Instructor
Columbia International College
07.2019
Occasional Teacher
Hamilton Wentworth Catholic District School Board
01.2019 - Current
Long Term Occasional Teacher
HWCDSB
01.2019 - 04.2019
Tutor in the Classroom
HWCDSB
11.2018 - 12.2018
One on One Tutor
09.2018 - 09.2019
Concurrent Bachelor of Education Degree - Education
Schulich School of Education Nipissing University
Honours Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Studies
Sir Wilfrid Laurier University
High School Diploma -
St. Jean De Brébeuf Catholic Secondary School
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