Donna Karai
143 Rennie Drive Kitchener,Ontario
Summary
Experienced and dedicated teacher with a decade of expertise instructing primary and junior students. Demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering a secure and nurturing learning environment. Skilled in leading classroom activities through engaging lessons and innovative teaching strategies. Proficient in communication, adeptly interacting with students, parents, colleagues, and administration for effective collaboration and support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK - 8
Avon Maitland District School Board
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained classroom routines by using clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established practices
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with teachers about their students
- Maintained classroom engagement through the use of whole class lessons and small group activities
Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK-8
Thames Valley District School Board
10.2008 - Current
- Maintained positive classroom environment by reinforcing established expectations for behavior and using relationship-building
- Instructed students individually, in small groups, and as a whole class utilizing various teaching approaches and strategies
- Utilized various types of equipment and technology to enhance learning experiences.
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 4
Algonquin Public School
09.2023 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 3/4
Hickson Public School
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Completed student progress reports to inform students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Primary Prep
Tavistock Public School
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 3/4
Blenheim District Public School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 1
Hickson Pubic School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
Itinerant Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK -8
Thames Valley District School Board
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Permanent Teacher-Grade 3
Peel District School Board
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed on children's academic performance
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher - Long Term Occasional - Grade 3
Peel District School Board
10.2001 - 06.2002
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery
- Assessed student progress through use of diagnostic, formative and summative assessments
- Planned and supervised class field trip to keep students safe and educate about related topics
- Conferred with specialists to support the needs of students with individualized educational plans.
Education
Elementary Teacher Certification - Ontario - Primary / Junior
Saint Bonaventure University
Saint Bonaventure, New York, USA05.1995
Bachelor of Arts Degree -
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON05.1993
Recreation Leadership Diploma -
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON05.1985
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Best Practices
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Parent Communication
- Student Assessment
Affiliations
Ontario College of Teachers, In Good Standing, #269709
Certification
Additional Qualifications
Special Education Part 1
Reading Part 1
Reading Part 2
Reading Specialist
Writing Part 1
Mathematics Part 1
Mathematics Part 2
Kindergarten Part 1
Student Assessment and Evaluation
Teaching Combined Grades
Timeline
Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK - 8
Avon Maitland District School Board
09.2023 - Current
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 4
Algonquin Public School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 3/4
Hickson Public School
10.2022 - 03.2023
Long Term Occasional Teacher- Primary Prep
Tavistock Public School
09.2022 - 10.2022
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 3/4
Blenheim District Public School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Long Term Occasional Teacher - Grade 1
Hickson Pubic School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Itinerant Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK -8
Thames Valley District School Board
09.2019 - 06.2020
Occasional Teacher - Grades JK/SK-8
Thames Valley District School Board
10.2008 - Current
Permanent Teacher-Grade 3
Peel District School Board
09.2002 - 06.2006
Teacher - Long Term Occasional - Grade 3
Peel District School Board
10.2001 - 06.2002
Elementary Teacher Certification - Ontario - Primary / Junior
Saint Bonaventure University
Bachelor of Arts Degree -
University of Waterloo
Recreation Leadership Diploma -
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
Additional Qualifications
Special Education Part 1
Reading Part 1
Reading Part 2
Reading Specialist
Writing Part 1
Mathematics Part 1
Mathematics Part 2
Kindergarten Part 1
Student Assessment and Evaluation
Teaching Combined Grades
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