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Constance Matthews-Cull

Douglas, ON,ON

Summary

  • as a clear communicator, I write two newsletters for our community - one for the Eganville and Area Horticultural Society and one for the Ottawa Valley Food Co-operative with a combined audience of 2500.
  • I speak on issues that concern horticulture and gardening. Most recently I delivered a lecture to the Ontario Horticultural Society Conference in July, and on January 15th, 2024 to the EAHS on Invasive Plant Species. I have booked dates for April and September.
  • I read with students at St Michael's School in Douglas once a week.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

President, Eganville and Area Horticulture Society

Non-profit
10.2022 - Current
  • Increased member satisfaction through continuous initiatives to beautify the village of Eganville and to educate the membership on horticultural arts
  • Liaison with the Township, and apply for CSJ grants to help maintain the gardens over the summer months.

Teacher

Ottawa Carleton District School Board
09.1993 - 12.2016
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods (Drama), such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Union Steward from 2007-2016

Sessional Lecturer

University Of Guelph, Ontario
09.1987 - 03.1988
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
06.1991

Master of Arts - Social Anthropology

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
05.1986

Skills

  • Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Strong writing skills
  • Computer skills

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

President, Eganville and Area Horticulture Society

Non-profit
10.2022 - Current

Teacher

Ottawa Carleton District School Board
09.1993 - 12.2016

Sessional Lecturer

University Of Guelph, Ontario
09.1987 - 03.1988

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of Ottawa

Master of Arts - Social Anthropology

University of Guelph
Constance Matthews-Cull