COLLETTE THOMPSON-HYNES
Burnaby,Canada
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with over 15 years of experience teaching mathematics and supporting diverse learners in inclusive classroom environments. Committed to nurturing students academically, socially, and spiritually through faith-informed teaching and mentorship. Skilled in designing engaging, inquiry-based lessons, differentiating instruction, and fostering strong relationships with students, families, and school communities. Experienced in integrating character development, leadership, and values-based education into daily practice.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Pear Tree School
Vancouver, BC
08.2025 - Current
- Plan and deliver interdisciplinary, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the BC curriculum while fostering student engagement and critical thinking
- Implement differentiated instruction and inclusive practices to support diverse learners, including students with learning differences
- Maintain detailed student portfolios, assessment records, and Communication of Student Learning reports
- Build strong partnerships with parents through regular communication and transparent reporting (Seesaw, conferences)
- Foster a positive classroom environment through proactive classroom management and social-emotional learning strategies
- Integrate values such as respect, responsibility, and community into daily classroom routines
Middle School Mathematics Teacher Grades 6,7,8
Vance County Schools
North Carolina, USA
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging math instruction for diverse middle and secondary learners
- Differentiated instruction to meet individual learning needs and supported students requiring additional assistance
- Collaborated with support staff to identify students with learning needs and contributed to intervention planning
- Built strong classroom routines that supported positive behavior and academic success
- Maintained accurate assessment records and communicated student progress with families
Mathematics Teacher- Grades 7,8,9,10,11
Glenmuir High School – Ministry of Education
Jamaica
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Delivered high-quality mathematics instruction resulting in a 98% student pass rate
- Mentored over 100 students, supporting both academic growth and personal development
- Used data-driven strategies to improve student outcomes and engagement
- Led extracurricular activities and supported school initiatives that fostered leadership and responsibility
Education
Education (Mathematics)
Church Teachers’ College
Jamaica05-2011
Certificate - Special Needs Education
High Point University
North Carolina, USA07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Northern Caribbean University
Jamaica08-2015
Postgraduate Diploma - Education (Mathematics)
Church Teachers’ College
Jamaica05-2011
Skills
- Faith & Values Integration
- Committed to fostering character development, integrity, and service within the classroom
- Able to model Christian values through relationships, mentorship, and daily interactions
- Experience supporting whole-child development: academic, social, and emotional growth
- Instruction & Student Support
- Strong background in differentiated instruction and inclusive education
- Experience identifying learning needs and supporting intervention planning (IEPs/learning supports)
- Skilled in creating engaging, student-centered lessons across subject areas
- Classroom Management & Environment
- Establishes clear expectations, routines, and a safe, respectful classroom culture
- Uses restorative and relationship-based approaches to conflict resolution
- Assessment & Communication
- Maintains organized assessment records and student portfolios
- Communicates effectively with parents and colleagues to support student success
- Community Engagement & Leadership
- Actively contributes to school community through collaboration and extracurricular involvement
- Builds strong, positive relationships with students beyond the classroom
- Encourages leadership, responsibility, and student voice
Certification
BC Teacher Regulation Branch Certification Valid from 2026-02-02 to 2030-06-30
Timeline
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Pear Tree School
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Mathematics Teacher Grades 6,7,8
Vance County Schools
08.2018 - 12.2022
Mathematics Teacher- Grades 7,8,9,10,11
Glenmuir High School – Ministry of Education
08.2013 - 08.2018
Education (Mathematics)
Church Teachers’ College
Certificate - Special Needs Education
High Point University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Northern Caribbean University
Postgraduate Diploma - Education (Mathematics)
Church Teachers’ College
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience integrating technology to enhance learning
- Background in mentorship and student leadership development
- Comfortable supporting co-curricular and extracurricular activities