Casey Sherriffs
Montreal,Quebec
Summary
Innovative educational leader with a proven track record in program development, curriculum innovation, and partnership building. At Miss Edgar’s and Miss Cramp’s, I designed an Entrepreneurial Platform that transformed student engagement and strengthened community connections. Passionate about mentorship and professional development, I thrive on empowering educators and students alike. Fully bilingual (English/French).
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ENTREPRENEURIAL PLATFORM DIRECTOR
MISS EDGAR'S AND MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL
Montreal, Quebec
10.2019 - Current
- Being a member of the Senior Leadership team, I currently partake in strategic development for the full school.
- Designing and leading an Entrepreneurial Program for the junior, middle, and senior schools, wherein all students are provided the opportunity to explore entrepreneurial mindsets through design, creation, and innovation.
- Building curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 11, crafting deeper learning endeavors, and community-impact projects for all grades.
- Vision, organization, and management of multiple student-led events simultaneously.
- Hiring for external middle- and senior-level entrepreneurial coaches.
- Leading the talent management of the program's educators at all levels.
- Providing in-depth professional development sessions, bi-weekly coach training, and presentations for faculty.
- Seeking partnerships and developing relationships with external stakeholders for research phases, prototype design, and Grade 11 internships.
- Networking within the school community, as well as entrepreneurs in the local community, to create a Mentoring Directory, as well as sponsorship for specific events.
- Budget management for the Entrepreneurial Program.
- Report creation for the Board of Directors, related to budgets, assessment tools, portfolio platforms, and KPIs.
Elementary School Educator
THE PRIORY SCHOOL
Montreal, Que
08.2005 - 06.2019
- A full-time 5th Grade teacher instructing in English Language Arts, Math, Science and Ethics and Religious Education to classrooms of up to 27 students.
- Curriculum design, inter-disciplinary teaching, assessment and evaluation of competencies.
- Developed and ran a school-wide Expedition Learning Program for students from Kindergarten through Grade 6.
- Provided professional development for faculty on Deeper Learning, including planning and implementation of 2-day professional development retreats.
- In partnership with previous Head of School, took on various Admissions tasks, including creative marketing initiatives, school tours, interviews with prospective families and follow-up.
- Yearly member of the school's Foundation Annual Golf Tournament committee. Organized and ran the group sales, silent auction, and event organization.
- Integral writer and editor of The Priory School’s CAIS review document, evaluating and reflecting on various aspects of the school’s functioning – May 2013.
Education
Masters in Educational Psychology - EDUCATION
McGill University
Montreal05.2009
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - Elementary Education
McGill University
Montreal2004
Skills
- Strategic program development
- Project management and organization
- Project scope - Planning and coordination
- Work flow planning
- Process improvement & Attention to detail
- Presentations
- Team building
- Student / Faculty rapport
- Staff training and mentoring
- Team coordination
- Networking
- Interpersonal relations
- Curriculum development
- Multitasking ability
- Adaptable style
- Relationship development
- Organizational skills
- Fluent in English and French
Affiliations
oseEntreprendre Challenge - Quebec Entrepreneurship Challenge Winner: June 2021, June 2023, June 2024
MONTREAL COMMUNITY CARES - Community Leadership Award - Elementary School: May 2018
Accomplishments
- Featured Speaker at the National Coalition of Girls Schools: Educating Girls Symposium at Marlborough School February 2024
- Featured Speaker at the National Coalition of Girls Schools: Global Forum on Girls’ Education® III, June 2022
- CAIS DIPLOMA IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP ATTAINED
- DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ENTREPRENEURIAL PLATFORM AT JUNIOR, MIDDLE & SENIOR SCHOOL LEVELS
Additional Information
- CAIS ACCREDITATION TEAM- Vancouver, BC: April 2018
- QUEBEC ASSOCIATION OF CHILDREN WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES: Aug. 2000-June 2009
Certification
CAIS DIPLOMA IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
CAIS NATIONAL LEADERS CONFERNECE: April 2017
Timeline
ENTREPRENEURIAL PLATFORM DIRECTOR
MISS EDGAR'S AND MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL
10.2019 - Current
Elementary School Educator
THE PRIORY SCHOOL
08.2005 - 06.2019
Masters in Educational Psychology - EDUCATION
McGill University
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION - Elementary Education
McGill University
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