David Koop
Kingsville,ON
Summary
Dedicated former elementary school teacher with 20 years of experience educating and mentoring students in grades 1 through 5. Highly skilled in communication, organization, leadership, and team collaboration. Before teaching, I was self-employed in the field of TV/Film audio post-production, music recording, and analog-to-digital media conversions. Prior work also includes driving tractor-trailers and operating heavy equipment in the sand and gravel mining industry. Seeking a flexible, part-time opportunity where strong interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills can be effectively utilized.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Greater Essex County District School Board
09.2005 - Current
- Delivered engaging instruction to students in grades 1–5, fostering academic growth and emotional development in diverse classroom settings.
- Developed lesson plans, assessment tools, and differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with fellow educators and school staff to create individualized learning plans.
- Managed administrative duties including grading, progress tracking, and compliance with school district and provincial documentation requirements.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
Audio Engineer
Ocean Sound (Vancouver, BC), Sharpe Sound Studios (Vancouver, BC), Self-Employed
01.1996 - 08.2010
- Voice-Over Recording
- Sound Effects Design and Editing
- Music Recording
- Analog-to-Digital Format Conversions of Various Audio/Visual Media
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON01-2005
Recording Arts And Sciences
Trebas Institute
Vancouver, BC01-1997
Skills
- Delivering Instruction Tailored to a Wide Variety of Learning Abilities
- Planning & Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication & Public Speaking
- Team Collaboration & Relationship Building
- Music & Audio/Visual Gear Operations
- Time Management & Multi-tasking
- Document Preparation & Recordkeeping
- Continuous Learning & Adaptability
- Class ACZ Driver’s Licence
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
PSHSA Certification Parts 1 & 2 for JHSC
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Greater Essex County District School Board
09.2005 - Current
Audio Engineer
Ocean Sound (Vancouver, BC), Sharpe Sound Studios (Vancouver, BC), Self-Employed
01.1996 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Windsor
Recording Arts And Sciences
Trebas Institute
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