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Certification
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Benjamin Barnes

Benjamin Barnes

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Shane English School, excelling in lesson planning and student assessment. Adept at fostering critical thinking and conflict resolution, I create engaging learning environments that promote academic success and personal growth. Committed to enhancing student experiences through effective communication and innovative educational technology.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Centre Teacher

Shane English School
Yangzhou (扬州), Jiangsu (江苏)
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.

Dorm Parent

Venta Preparatory
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Counseled individuals or groups on personal or academic issues as needed.
  • Provided assistance to individual students who had difficulty adjusting to living away from home.
  • Ensured that all dormitory rules were followed by students.
  • Assisted with the development of weekly schedules for dormitory residents.
  • Responded promptly to any emergency situations that arose in the residence hall.
  • Organized and facilitated student activities, including social events and outings.
  • Encouraged a safe, healthy, and productive living environment for dormitory residents.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents of dormitory residents through regular communication.
  • Organized programs designed to foster leadership skills among dormitory occupants.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among roommates when necessary.
  • Supervised and monitored dormitory common areas during evening hours.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Anthropology

Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
08-2022

Associate of Arts - Broadcasting-Radio

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
04-2015

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment
  • Educational technology
  • Behavior management
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Verbal and written communication

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Learning Languages
  • Games and puzzles
  • Sports

Certification

  • TEFL/TESL/TEFOL

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited

Timeline

Training Centre Teacher

Shane English School
01.2023 - 05.2025

Dorm Parent

Venta Preparatory
09.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Social Anthropology

Dalhousie University

Associate of Arts - Broadcasting-Radio

Algonquin College
Benjamin Barnes