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
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