Dakota Dillen-Toulouse
26 Sulphur Circle, Cutler
Summary
Dynamic educator and cultural worker with a proven track record at Serpent River First Nation, adept in fostering student growth and promoting cultural awareness. Excelled in team collaboration and problem-solving, significantly enhancing community engagement and educational outcomes. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments and implementing effective time management strategies.
Developed practical skills in fast-paced environment, including effective communication and teamwork. Demonstrated ability to handle various tasks efficiently and maintain high standards under pressure. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cultural Worker
Serpent River First Nation
05.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure clear understanding of tasks.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Provide cultural teachings, and knowledge to community and community members
- Understand the Seven Grandfather Teachings and implement them into everyday work and community events
- Co-coordinate the annual traditional powwow
- Provide cultural support for other departments within the organization
Elementary School Teacher
Sagamok First Nation
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Elementary School Teacher
Algoma District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.
- Fostered love of reading in students by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and levels.
- Integrated environmental education into curriculum, fostering students' awareness and responsibility towards sustainability.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Early Childhood Educator
Serpent River First Nation
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Bachelors of Education - Elementary Education
York University
Toronto, None08-2020
Early Childhood Education - ECE
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, None06-2019
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Work efficiency
- Positive attitude
- Collaboration and teamwork
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
Certification
- Certified Teacher (CT) - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Ontario Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Cultural Worker
Serpent River First Nation
05.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Sagamok First Nation
08.2021 - 06.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Algoma District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Serpent River First Nation
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Certified Teacher (CT) - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Ontario Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Bachelors of Education - Elementary Education
York University
Early Childhood Education - ECE
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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