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Darlene Maher

Educator
Kitchener

Summary

Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and provincial standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and differentiated student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Kindergarten LTO

Saginaw Public School
10.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Implemented the Ontario Kindergarten Curriculum and provided an optimal environment where children have the opportunity to develop their potential for intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.

Grade 4/5 LTO

Langton Public School
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Emergency Elementary Occasional Teacher

Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Experience with Primary, Junior, and Intermediate grade levels and all subject areas.
  • Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate.
  • Demonstrated effective classroom management skills and adherence to school and classroom routines.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Medaille College
Buffalo, US
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Youth And Children's Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Canada
05.2001 -

Ontario College Certificate - Educational Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, Canada
05.2001 -

Certification

Ontario Certified Teacher (712775)

Additional Qualifications

Reading Part 1

Kindergarten Part 1

Math Part 1

Special Education Part 1

Training

Acadience Assessment Training, June 2024

Behaviour Management Systems Training, November 2018

Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C & HCP, June 2018

TECH TALK: Technology for the Classroom Seminar. May 2019

Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect Certification, May 2019

Training In School Violence Prevention and Intervention Certification, May 2019

Timeline

Kindergarten LTO

Saginaw Public School
10.2021 - Current

Grade 4/5 LTO

Langton Public School
05.2021 - 10.2021

Emergency Elementary Occasional Teacher

Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2021 - 05.2021

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Medaille College
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Youth And Children's Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University
05.2001 -

Ontario College Certificate - Educational Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
05.2001 -

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