Passionate, versatile educator with over 20 years of diverse experience in Canada and internationally. Specialized in inclusive, trauma-informed, and equity-centered education practices with expertise supporting multilingual learners. Proven success mentoring educators, co-planning, co-teaching, and building system-wide capacity for student-centered and identity-affirming programming. Committed to decolonization, reconciliation, and the operationalization of Indigenous ways of knowing within curriculum and instruction.
Professional counselor prepared for impactful roles in educational settings. Brings valuable experience in developing tailored guidance programs and fostering student success. Known for collaboration with educational teams and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in active listening and conflict resolution with focus on positive outcomes.
• Led divisional initiatives in behavioral support, trauma-sensitive teaching, and inclusive education.
· • Coached staff across multiple schools; developed resources and training in equity and relationship-based support.
· • Designed and facilitated division-wide professional development sessions on trauma-informed practice, de-escalation techniques, and classroom regulation strategies.
· • Led crisis response planning and wraparound support meetings for high-needs students across multiple school sites.
· • Developed comprehensive behaviour intervention plans (BIPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, teachers, and families.
• Supported administrators and educators in implementing restorative practices and tiered systems of support to improve school climate and student engagement