DEEPA GOHILL
Pickering,Canada
Summary
Equity-focused educator specializing in anti-oppressive teaching and literacy program development. Facilitates community collaboration and employs technology to enhance student learning. Mentors colleagues to foster inclusive environments that support identity and belonging.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher-Librarian & Grade 7/8 Teacher
Westcreek Public School
Pickering, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitated STEM and social studies instruction, improving student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance K-8 student learning and participation and based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Provided tutoring support for multilingual learners to improve language skills.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive school community.
- Extra-Curriculars (Author’s Club, STEM clubs, School Musical support, Indigenous Student Circles, PRIDE group, Support BSA)
K-8 Literacy/Numeracy Facilitator
DDSB
Oshawa, Ontario
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Coordinated support activities for Eastdale and Maxwell FoS initiatives, enhancing collaboration and resource sharing.
- Developed and implemented training programs to increase participant knowledge and understanding of relevant topics.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
- Led training sessions for staff on educational strategies and tools, improving instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers in implementing effective literacy and numeracy interventions.
- Assisted in developing new curriculum materials that are aligned with current industry standards.
- Facilitated workshops designed to help teams develop strategies for achieving organizational goals. (CCPI)
- Founder of the Critically Conscious Book Talks for the DDSB
K-8 Literacy/Numeracy Coach
DDSB
South Ajax, Ontario
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Bolton C. Falby P.S. (Conor Jinkinson)
- Duffin’s Bay P.S. (Sean Powers)
- Roland Michener P.S. (Charmyn Lawton)
- Conducted professional development workshops for teachers on literacy strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to implement targeted literacy and numeracy interventions, improving instructional effectiveness.
- Developed personalized literacy plans addressing specific student needs, enhancing individual learning outcomes.
- Organized and facilitated community engagement events to promote literacy and numeracy skills through Math and Literacy Family Nights.
- Observed classroom instruction to provide feedback and support teachers.
- Created data-based interventions for students.
Teacher
da Vinci Public School
Ajax, Ontario
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Grade 5 and Core French
- Advocated for inclusive education as equity representative and math lead.
- Facilitated meetings as junior chairperson, promoting collaboration and effective communication among team members.
Teacher & Junior Division Chair-Person
Vimy Ridge Public School
Ajax, Ontario
09.2009 - 06.2013
- Grade 5 & 6 Homeroom with French
- Coordinated and facilitated Junior Division meetings to enhance collaboration and address key educational initiatives
- Supported colleagues to enhance literacy instruction
- Selected and organized resources for Junior Literacy room to support effective literacy instruction for students
- Contributed to PLC planning to strengthen professional development and improve teaching practices
- Member of School Improvement Team
Education
AQ - First Nation, Metis, and Inuit Studies
DDSB
05-2024
AQ - Teacher Librarian
York University
Toronto, Ontario, Canada03-2023
AQ - Reading
University of Toronto, OISE
Toronto, Ontario, Canada12-2014
AQ - Special Education
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada08-2006
Bachelor of Education - Junior/Intermediate, French
University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada04-2006
Bachelor of Arts, Honours - French, Psychology
York University
Toronto, Ontario, Canada04-2005
Skills
- Effective Early Reading Instruction and Structured Literacy
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Equity & Anti-Oppressive Teaching
- Historically Responsive Literacy
- Indigenous Education
- Universal Design of Learning
- Collaborative teaching
- Inquiry & Learning Invitations
- Co-planning, Co-teaching, Co-reflecting
- Early reading instruction
- Resource Selection
- Identity, Belonging, Wellness
Teaching Proficiency
- Universal Design of Learning
- Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
- Community & Collaboration
- Equity, Inclusion, Diversity
- Technology, Innovation & STEM
- Inquiry & Learning Invitations
- Co-planning, Co-teaching, Co-reflecting
- Historically Responsive Literacy
- Identity and Belonging
- Effective Early Reading Instruction
- Critically Conscious Book Talks
- Indigenous Education
- Resource Selection
Leadership Experience
- Literacy/Numeracy Family Events, 2017 - 2023
- The Cypher: Black Male Empowerment Conference, 2023 - Present, Social Media Coordinator
- Skills Ontario Judge (Animation), 02/01/25
- Published Author, 08/01/23, United We Win
- DENSA Chairperson and Member, 09/01/23 - 2024
- Facilitate Professional Development, 09/01/17 - Present
Timeline
Teacher-Librarian & Grade 7/8 Teacher
Westcreek Public School
09.2023 - Current
K-8 Literacy/Numeracy Facilitator
DDSB
09.2020 - 06.2023
K-8 Literacy/Numeracy Coach
DDSB
09.2017 - 06.2020
Teacher
da Vinci Public School
09.2013 - 06.2017
Teacher & Junior Division Chair-Person
Vimy Ridge Public School
09.2009 - 06.2013
AQ - First Nation, Metis, and Inuit Studies
DDSB
AQ - Teacher Librarian
York University
AQ - Reading
University of Toronto, OISE
AQ - Special Education
University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Education - Junior/Intermediate, French
University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Arts, Honours - French, Psychology
York University