Highly dedicated professional, bilingual in English and French, with over 19 years of experience as an elementary school teacher with a strong mathematical, scientific and technological background. Passionate about educating children ages 5 to 12 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert in developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials, assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using a balance of traditional and modern approaches. Proficient in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and use of technological devices to teach.
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DEO GOPAL
Teacher
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Ministry of Education, Mauritius
Elementary School Educator
09.2006 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Worked in three different primary government schools in Mauritius and have accumulated 17 years of teaching practice
- The subjects that have been taught are English, French, Mathematics, Science, History and Geography
- Planned lessons with logically sequenced objectives, based on curriculum
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners
- Created an engaging classroom environment that fostered student critical thinking and creativity
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments
- Facilitated small group instruction for differentiated learning activities
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate daily activities for students
- Practiced positive, consistent discipline in classroom management
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
- Organized field trips to enhance educational opportunities outside the classroom setting
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress towards meeting goals and also about students' behavioral issues
- Monitored attendance records on a daily basis in order to identify at-risk students
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet student needs
- Assigned work, correcting and marking projects and tests completed by students
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans to engage students in meaningful learning experiences
- Established positive relationships with parents, staff members, and administrators to ensure student success
- Participated in training courses and professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills
- Established positive rapport with students by actively listening to their concerns and providing support when needed
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching skills
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by the school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring programs to extend learning opportunities beyond the classroom setting.
Education
University of TechnologyMauritius
Master of Science from Mental Health
03.2021 - 04.2023
University Overview
Open University of MauritiusMauritius
Bachelor of Science from Education in Primary Education
01.2020 - 02.2022
University Overview
Mauritius Institute of EducationMauritius
Associate of Science from Educational Management
07.2019 - 07.2020
University Overview
Mauritius Institute of EducationMauritius
Associate of Science from Education in Primary Education
03.2004 - 06.2006
University Overview
Skills
Classroom Management
undefinedTimeline
University of Technology
Master of Science from Mental Health
03.2021 - 04.2023
Open University of Mauritius
Bachelor of Science from Education in Primary Education
01.2020 - 02.2022
Mauritius Institute of Education
Associate of Science from Educational Management
07.2019 - 07.2020
Elementary School Educator
Ministry of Education, Mauritius
09.2006 - 09.2024
Mauritius Institute of Education
Associate of Science from Education in Primary Education
03.2004 - 06.2006
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