Christian Heim
Toronto
Summary
Dedicated educator and lifelong student. I've worked or volunteered as a teacher, camp counsellor, tutor, and coach. I'm experienced in creating and implementing lessons for students of all ages in a wide range of settings. I've directed camp activities and helped students develop confidence and achieve life goals, and I'm skilled at planning, executing and supervising activities. I have strong interpersonal skills that encourage fun and cooperation with my students and peers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher (grade 12)
Weston Collegiate Institute
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Designed and implemented unit plans for two grade 12 university courses (Equity and Philosophy).
- Created and evaluated quizzes, multimedia assessments, and culminating essays for both courses.
- Worked with Associate Teacher to ensure that the diverse needs of students were met.
- Volunteer coached the varsity football team; won the Tier II City Championship.
Senior Unit Head
Crestwood Valley Day Camp
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and success of over 60 people (around 12 counselors and their collective 45+ campers, divided into 5 cabins).
- Responsible for training counselors, aged 16-22, in effective management and leadership skills, as well as the rules and regulations of the camp.
- Communicated with Camp Directors and fellow Head Staff to ensure smoothing running of the day camp.
Substitute Teacher
Crestwood School
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students in each class.
English Tutor
Deo Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
- Created individualized curriculums for students to best suit their needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Student Teacher (grade 7)
Bloordale Middle School
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Taught Gym and Geography in my grade 7 host class.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Promoted positive and inclusive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
Camp Counsellor
Camp Hostýn
07.2016 - 07.2016
- Supervised and cared for 40 campers aged 4-16 at a 4-week overnight camp.
- Developed specific activities to engage campers of a wide range of ages and needs.
Offensive Co-Ordinator/ Assistant Football Coach
Richview Collegiate Institute
09.2013 - 11.2019
- Organized and developed practice plans and taught players fundamentals of safe and effective play.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Education
Nipissing University
North Bay06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Toronto
06.2021
High School Diploma -
Richview Collegiate Institute
06.2013
Skills
- Leadership and organization
- Unit Design
- Lesson Planning
- Exercise Strategies
- Creating Teaching Materials
- Group Facilitation
- Creating Lessons
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Issue Identification
- Time Management
- Teamwork
Professional Development
- Teach Green Workshop, The Canadian Ecology Centre (Winter 2023)
- Explore STEM Teaching, Science North and Dynamic Earth (Winter 2023)
Timeline
Student Teacher (grade 12)
Weston Collegiate Institute
10.2023 - 11.2023
Senior Unit Head
Crestwood Valley Day Camp
05.2023 - 08.2023
Substitute Teacher
Crestwood School
04.2023 - 06.2023
English Tutor
Deo Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
Student Teacher (grade 7)
Bloordale Middle School
02.2022 - 03.2022
Camp Counsellor
Camp Hostýn
07.2016 - 07.2016
Offensive Co-Ordinator/ Assistant Football Coach
Richview Collegiate Institute
09.2013 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Education - Education
Nipissing University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Toronto
High School Diploma -
Richview Collegiate Institute
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