Open To Work
Claudio Daniele
Educator
Vaughan,ON
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Immediately
Desired Job Title
Virtual School Teacher - Grade 7Guidance CounsellorElementary Itinerant CounsellorStudent Success Project Leader - Pathways (Central/System Role)Guidance Resource Teacher (GRT)Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeConsultingLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$65000/yr - $200000/yrImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionSummary
Guidance counsellor with 20 years experience and 10 years of classroom teaching experience, bringing a wealth of expertise in the areas of grade 8 to 9 transitions, program and policy implementation, and student counselling. Leveraging dynamic interpersonal skills to collaborate with key stakeholders in the school community to ensure that students learn in an inclusive and equitable environment. Committed to empowering students with the tools necessary to succeed in a global society. Compassionate Guidance Counselor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in individual counseling, academic advising, and crisis intervention. Excel in empathy, active listening, and communication, ensuring effective support and guidance for students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual School Teacher - Grade 7
Toronto District School Board
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for synchronous and asynchronous learning.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote student participation and enhance critical thinking skills.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies catering to various learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to foster support for student academic growth.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, including grades, attendance, and behavior reports.
Guidance Counsellor
Toronto District School Board
01.2000 - 06.2020
- Lead for Guidance and Special Education, Amesbury MS
- Supported implementation of Choices Into Action Guidance Curriculum
- Supported students, teachers and parents on Grade 5-6, 6 to 7, 8 to 9 "Moving On" Transition Planning
- Consulted with administrators, teachers, parents, social worker, psychologist and community organizations to support students experiencing difficulty - academically, socially, emotionally
Elementary Itinerant Counsellor
Toronto District School Board
01.2000 - 01.2020
- Applied Ontario Schools and Creating Pathways to Success strategies for Education and Career/Life programming in School Improvement Plans.
- Delivered key messages on District Boundary Policy and program choices to school administration, staff, and community.
- Communicated Promotion, Transfer, and Retention processes using Student Support Policy, aiding teachers in student evaluations and identifying learning gaps.
- Created and facilitated professional development workshops for new Elementary Counsellors and teachers during Staff Meetings and Lunch and Learn sessions.
- Offered dynamic workshops for grade 7 and 8 students using MyBlueprint to support Individual Pathways Plans.
- Led staff development on transition programming for students, mentoring counselors with the Guidance Role and Expectations
- Coordinated Transition Plans for newcomer students by managing English and Math Assessments with Newcomer Reception Centres.
- Utilized superior counseling skills to facilitate short-term counseling, engaging students in restorative practices through Cognitive Coaching and student empowerment
Student Success Project Leader - Pathways (Central/System Role)
Toronto District School Board
03.2004 - 06.2005
- Rolled-out system message to support Student Success based on Ministry Success Indicators in Literacy, Numeracy, Credit Accumulation, increasing Graduation Rates and Effective Program Pathways and improving Technology and Experiential Learning in the 7 broad-based Tech areas
- Worked with middle and secondary school administrators, reviewing SIP's and developing Needs Assessment to identify students learning challenges using achievement data
- Audited capital inventory to apply for project funding from Ministry (vetted funds amounting to $10 million)
- Hosted and Facilitated FOS professional development using FOS data as basis to increase resources and introduce new programs, offering all students greater opportunities for success
- Liaised with Sector Councils and Community Business Partners to promote such programs as Co-Op, OYAP and Experiential Learning
- Led cross panel activities to use Prior Learning Assessment in support of students' needs moving onto high school and improved transition programs for middle school learners
- Created dynamic communication strategies such as FOS parent evenings, brochures, social media & newsletters to convey Key Messaging to students, parents, teachers, and community at large
Guidance Resource Teacher (GRT)
Toronto District School Board
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Created, developed and facilitated Key to Learn Workshop - "Transitions Tracking Tool for Elementary Counsellors"; electronic tool to support information gathering and tracking of student transition data
- Co-Authored guide "Building Bridges to the Future: Developing Career Days for Middle Schools"
- Implemented "Let's Stop the Bullying" with Grade 7 and 8 students as part of Character Education program
- Developed Teacher Advisory Program Resource Binder with Administration and teaching staff
- Nurtured partnerships with feeder schools and high schools supporting exit and orientation activities
- Worked closely with parents and students to provide optimal transition plans - 6 to 7, 8 to 9
Classroom Teacher
Toronto District School Board
09.1992 - 06.1999
- Teaching grades 6-8: English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Sciences, Health and PE, Computer and Information technology
Education
Bachelor of Education - Ontario College of Teachers
06-1992
Bachelor of Administrative Studies - Marketing, Accounting
06-1988
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
06-1986
Skills
- Microsoft Suite
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Student Information System
- Instructional design
- Program evaluation
- Educational policy
- Counselling
- Community outreach
- Cognitive and behavioural development
- MyBluePrint - Career and Education Planning
- Coding
- Google Classroom
- Zoom
Affiliations
- OSCA, 09/01/00
- Cognitive Coaching - Level 1 Certificate
- Solution Focused Counselling
- Mental Health and First Aid, 05/01/17
- Moderator, AW and Tel Conference for Elementary Guidance
- Co-Chair, Equity, Wellness and Safe Schools Committees at FOS and schools
- Computer Contact Teacher / Report Card Administrator / Student Council Moderator
- Vice-Chair, Board of Directors, REACH Toronto, not for profit organization supporting post-secondary students with ASD
- Project Lead, Bariatric Clinic Humber River Hospital, Co-Facilitation and Peer Mentoring patients under clinical weight management program
- Coaching, elite athletes in soccer in hockey; aligning opportunities for Ontario CIS bursaries and NCAA recruitment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Virtual School Teacher - Grade 7 - Toronto District School Board
01.2020 - 01.2021
Student Success Project Leader - Pathways (Central/System Role) - Toronto District School Board
03.2004 - 06.2005
Guidance Resource Teacher (GRT) - Toronto District School Board
01.2002 - 01.2004
Elementary Itinerant Counsellor - Toronto District School Board
01.2000 - 01.2020
Guidance Counsellor - Toronto District School Board
01.2000 - 06.2020
Classroom Teacher - Toronto District School Board
09.1992 - 06.1999
University of Toronto - Bachelor of Education, Ontario College of Teachers
York University - Bachelor of Administrative Studies, Marketing, Accounting
York University - Bachelor of Arts, Economics