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Overview
Work History
Education
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Alternateemail
References
Languages
Certification
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Chauntel Thomas

ON

Summary

I am passionate and motivated to build a strong and trusting relationship with each one of my students. With an additional focus on continuing to build an inclusive space, and utilizing my ASL skills to aid all of my learners.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OCCASIONAL TEACHER

DDSB
11.2021 - Current
  • As an occasional teacher in the Durham District School Board, I supply in elementary schools, and occasionally in French immersion, of all grades
  • As an occasional teacher, I am flexible in being placed where I am needed
  • By valuing and utilizing student help I aid in the homeroom teachers’ classroom expectations and routines while continuing lessons.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.


Reading Readiness tutoring services

10.2021 - Current
  • As a part-time tutor I work with a variety of learners with varying exceptionalities and needs, who I consistently see on a weekly basis
  • I aid in math and literacy, working with learners from JK to grade 6
  • I build lessons and activities for the day with a specific student in mind for each one.

Grade 3/4 LTO – Terry Fox P.S.

DDSB
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Starting at the beginning of the new year, I created a new language block and plans for two classes
  • I implemented classroom management policies with ties to financial literacy to create a cooperative, collaborative, and structured class.
  • Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • During the second half of the year I helped run the primary STEM club; with focuses on coding of all variety.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Grade 2 LTO – Highbush P.S.

DDSB
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Coming in for an undetermined length, I created and built unit and lesson plans and assessments with the help of other grade partners at the school
  • I created a “nook” for the students’ self-regulation practices, and focused on classroom management.
  • Implemented effective behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment while addressing individual needs.
  • I ran parent-teacher interviews and continued to update parents and guardians on their child’s learning.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Established a positive classroom environment by consistently enforcing clear expectations and promoting respect among peers.
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience with weekly STEM activities with critical thinking components.

Education

Bachelor of Education -

York University
Toronto, ON
06.2023

Bachelor of Arts -

York University
Toronto, ON
06.2022

Ontario secondary school diploma -

Maxwell Heights Secondary School
01.2016

Skills

  • Microsoft Workspace and Google Workspace
  • Student Engagement Focused
  • Growth Mindset
  • Building Student-Centered Learning
  • American Sign Language
  • Classroom Management
  • Building purposeful learning environments for every student
  • Student rapport

Alternateemail

chauntelthomas-ruth@hotmail.com

References

  • Erin Taylor, Owner of Reading Readiness Tutoring Services; readingreadiness@hotmail.com, 289-200-6718
  • Michelle Carter, Principal of Terry Fox Public School; michelle.carter@ddsb.ca, 905-439-0127
  • Nicole Vernon, Vice- Principal of Terry Fox; nicole.vernon@ddsb.ca, 905-686-2135
  • Melissa Sparkman, Principal of Highbush Public School; melissa.sparkman@ddsb.ca,

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Limited Working
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • OCT Certified
  • AQ - Guidance and Career Education, Part 1

Timeline

Grade 3/4 LTO – Terry Fox P.S.

DDSB
01.2024 - 06.2024

Grade 2 LTO – Highbush P.S.

DDSB
10.2023 - 12.2023

OCCASIONAL TEACHER

DDSB
11.2021 - Current

Reading Readiness tutoring services

10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Education -

York University

Bachelor of Arts -

York University

Ontario secondary school diploma -

Maxwell Heights Secondary School

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