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Anna Persichilli
Art Education Teacher-Art Education Consultant
Lorraine,QC
Summary
Experienced teacher with 25 years of dedication to teaching adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Presently serving as a social integration (art program) at the English Montreal School Board. Known for being compassionate, creative, and successful in classroom differentiation, professional growth, and project organization. Possesses a rich background in art education and autism spectrum disorder. Focuses on student-centered teaching and providing motivation. Skilled at working independently or as part of a teaching team. Proficient in both classroom and online technologies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Special Education/Art Teacher
ENGLISH MONTREAL SCHOOL BOARD
09.2009 - Current
Designs educational plans and delivers visual arts lessons that link academic, life, and professional skills to support neurodivergent adults in their journey of integration. Presently serving as a Social Integration teacher at the English Montreal School Board. Responsibilities entail: creating lesson plans and workshops, incorporating neurodivergent artists into the Montreal art scene, and aiding the educational staff at Wagar Adult Centre with enriching learning experiences.
Special Educator & Integration Officer
CENTRE DE READAPTATION DE L'OUEST De L'ILE (CROM)
01.1999 - 01.2009
The Centre de Réadaptation de l'Ouest offers services to the neurodivergent community, encompassing intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and pervasive developmental disorders. As an integration officer and educator, I integrated users into work and community environments.
Education
Maîtrise En Enseignement Des Arts -
Université Du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
Montreal, QC06.2026
Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate -
Champlain College
Montreal, QC06.2020
Bachelor of Studio Arts -
Concordia University
Montreal, QC 08.1996 - 06.1999
DEC in Fine Arts - undefined
Dawson College
Montreal, QC 01.1995 - undefined
Skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Capable of utilizing modern technology in the classroom (VR, stop-motion, and video mapping)
- Finds inspiration in imparting knowledge and motivating students
- Thrives in high-pressure environments
- Proficient in problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Driven by self-motivation
- Excellent communication abilities
Comfortable networking and using social media
Enjoys collaborating and working alongside a team
Scholarships/Awards
Scholarship awarded at UQAM
- Bourses de persévérance pour les étudiantes, étudiants inscrits à la maîtrise qualifiante en enseignement (2021-2022)
- Bourses de persévérance pour les étudiantes, étudiants inscrits à la maîtrise qualifiante en enseignement (2022- 2023)
Certification
Provisional Teaching Certificate
Accomplishments
- Created the "Art Seen" program for neurodivergent adults at the Visual Arts Centre Montreal.
- Successfully organized and led professional development workshops on autism spectrum disorder at Wagar Adult Centre in April 2024.
- Customized an educational curriculum and devised creative lesson strategies catering to diverse learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses.
- Advocated for learning diversity within the classroom environment.
- Modified art lessons across various mediums for adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Orchestrated musical theatre performances and provided theatre training to neurodivergent adults.
Volunteer Experience
- Member of the ONE CAMPAIGN since 1999, I volunteer at various events every two years. The objective is to raise awareness on poverty, inequality, and diseases surrounding injustices.
- At St. Michael's Mission in Montreal in 2013, I supported the cook and served meals to individuals facing mental health challenges and homelessness.
- From 2003 to 2010 at Montreal Children's Hospital, I established the Ruby & Frida Fund to generate funds for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and increase awareness about reproductive loss.
- Between 1996 and 1998 at the Centre for Arts in Human Development, Concordia University in Montreal, I assisted the Concordia Art Therapy Master's program by aiding with class sessions and activities.
Interests
Theatre
Literature
References
- Joe Cacchione, EMSB, Principal at SHAAD, 514-704-1862, gcacchione@emsb.qc.ca
- Lenore Vosberg, Concordia Arts in Human Development, 514-365-3025 ext: 2611, Lvosberg.crom@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Timeline
Provisional Teaching Certificate
06-2022
Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate - Champlain College
06-2020
Special Education/Art Teacher
ENGLISH MONTREAL SCHOOL BOARD
09.2009 - Current
Special Educator & Integration Officer
CENTRE DE READAPTATION DE L'OUEST De L'ILE (CROM)
01.1999 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Studio Arts -
Concordia University
08.1996 - 06.1999
DEC in Fine Arts - undefined
Dawson College
01.1995 - undefined
Maîtrise En Enseignement Des Arts -
Université Du Québec À Montréal (UQAM)
Autism Spectrum Disorder Certificate -
Champlain College
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