Darren Sims
Brampton
Summary
Dynamic School Teacher with a proven track record at Peel District School Board, enhancing student comprehension through differentiated instruction and innovative music lessons. Excelled in fostering student curiosity and team collaboration, while adept in parent-teacher communication and organizational skills.
Experienced with classroom instruction, lesson planning, and student assessment. Utilizes effective communication and engagement strategies to enhance student learning. Knowledge of provincial educational standards and practices, ensuring compliance and achievement of academic goals.
Currently on a one year hold-over leave of absence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
School Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2012 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs in kindergarten and music.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques.
- Organized extracurricular clubs and activities, providing students with additional opportunities for growth and enrichment beyond regular coursework.
School Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2010 - 08.2012
- Served as a kindergarten teacher while contributing valuable insights towards curriculum implementation in the classroom as well as during school staff meetings
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through experiential learning and creative hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with an ECE colleague to create interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required to communicate with students and parents around ongoing progress and next steps
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Arts
University of Windsor
Windsor, ONBachelor Or Education -
Western University
London, ONSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Music instruction
- Student rapport
Accomplishments
- Achieved provincial accreditation by completing Canada Soccer's referee course and testing
- Currently a Grade 5 referee working with Brampton Soccer Club and Brams United Soccer Club
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2012 - Current
School Teacher
Peel District School Board
09.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Arts
University of Windsor
Bachelor Or Education -
Western University
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