Daniel W. Sanderson O`Shea
Cando Mailing Box: #185,SK
Summary
Dynamic educator and freelance Aboriginal artist with a strong commitment to cultural advocacy and youth development. Proven ability to engage diverse learners and implement strategic community programs at Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. Skilled in creative expression and effective communication, fostering inclusive environments that celebrate Aboriginal culture as well as other diversities.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant (Casual)
Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
04.2007 - Current
- Skilled educator with a passion for nurturing youth, teaching others by engaging in Aboriginal culture, and raising awareness.
- Able to bring and incorporate extensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture and practices to an educational setting. Served as an advocate for all the students who want to engage with their cultural background.
- Ability to manage, and enthusiastically engage with students, the work atmosphere, and team members.
- Adaptable to understanding lesson plans and safe learning environments that capture the diverse learning styles, interests, and abilities of all students.
- Proactively implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs. Served as a support for special education students within the school system.
Freelance Aboriginal Artist
mixed media art - paintings and public speaking presentations
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.1989 - Current
- Creative Aboriginal artist delivering visual and audio art through a mixed media of painting and drawing, as well as public speaking presentations of "My Life," and experience integrating myself with cultural roots.
- Very keen sense of detail and knowledge of artistry.
- Professional artist who has been commissioned to create murals, paintings, and other artistic projects for organizations such as CUMFI, St. Paul's Hospital, Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, and many other organizations within Saskatchewan and in Winnipeg, McLaren Hotel.
- Passionate about organizing and facilitating community events: province-wide art shows held annually from 2001 to the current date.
- Held and took part in the 'For the Love of Art' project at St. Mary's Parish and the 'Emerging Artist Art Fair' St. John's Anglican Church (2001–2007).
- Created art workshops for students in La Ronge, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, and Regina, and various other Saskatchewan communities.
- Prepared a unit plan on "Styles of Aboriginal Art" in cooperation with Nutana Collegiate.
- Developed and delivered public speaking presentations to large and small audiences.
- I have been interviewed by CBC and CTV, and I have prepared and presented information at various community events, as well as acted as an advocate for groups.
Educational Associate - Practicum Student
Nutana Collegiate
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Skilled leader who is adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges. Eager to explore new skill-based projects.
- Organized classroom activities to promote learning and foster positive social interactions. Self-led extracurricular activities for others to gain knowledge and integrate learning.
- Implemented best practices related to time management techniques to follow direction, schedule, maintenance, and attendance for self and others.
Private Art Instructor - Summer Student
Big Stone Youth Haven
La Ronge, Saskatchewan
06.2003 - 08.2004
- Developed and implemented an innovative art curriculum for students of all ages and in an Aboriginal culture setting.
- Facilitated group projects that encouraged teamwork among participants while exploring creative solutions together.
- Encouraged creativity by introducing new ideas and concepts through discussions and exhibitions.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations and hands-on activities to reach different types of learners.
- Developed relationships with local art organizations which provided additional resources for students' growth.
Education
Educational Assistant Certificate
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies SIIT
Saskatoon, SK01-2007
Bachelor of Social Work
First Nations University of Canada
Saskatoon, SK01-2005
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School
Saskatoon, SK01-1989
Certified St. John Ambulance First Aid CPR
Skills
- Cultural awareness and advocacy
- Compassionate toward youth and educational development
- Spoken communication through verbal demonstrations
- Ability to work with diverse teams, communicate effectively across cultures, and contribute to inclusive environments, as well as being fully aware of unconscious bias
- Creativity projection through artistic abilities
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to reach out to community organizations for cultural, artistic, and developmental programs
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Cree
Limited
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Educational Assistant (Casual)
Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools
04.2007 - Current
Educational Associate - Practicum Student
Nutana Collegiate
09.2006 - 09.2007
Private Art Instructor - Summer Student
Big Stone Youth Haven
06.2003 - 08.2004
Freelance Aboriginal Artist
mixed media art - paintings and public speaking presentations
01.1989 - Current
Educational Assistant Certificate
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies SIIT
Bachelor of Social Work
First Nations University of Canada
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School
Certified St. John Ambulance First Aid CPR
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