Donna Xaypraserth
Brampton,Ontario
Summary
Experienced occasional teacher with a strong foundation in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Skilled in fostering a positive learning environment, promoting social and emotional growth, and maintaining productive communication with families and colleagues. Dedicated to inspiring students to step out of their comfort zones, embrace learning risks, and employ diverse strategies catered to individual learning styles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Occasional Teacher
Peel District School Board
11.2020 - Current
- Facilitated educational consistency by quickly adapting and executing lesson plans across diverse classroom settings
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective rapport-building with students and utilizing classroom management strategies
- Engaged students with diverse, inclusive teaching methods tailored to different learning needs and cultural backgrounds
- Maintained open communication with school staff to support educational goals and provided feedback on student progress
LTO Teacher, Grade 2
Roberta Bondar Public School
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities
- Strengthened teaching proficiency in reading acquisition, linguistic elements, and effective instructional methods using the UFLI Foundations curriculum
- Collaborated with grade-level teachers to promote curriculum-based professional learning aligned with the School Improvement and Equity Plan (SIEP), integrating differentiated instruction to support student growth
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
LTO Teacher, Grade 3
Roberta Bondar Public School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Regularly facilitated cooperative learning through small and large group interactions
- Planned and taught various mathematical concepts to help students to understand the real-world applications of numbers through concepts
- Cultivated strong relationships with families and consistently communicated to discuss students' progress, improvements, and overall growth
- Applied diverse reading and writing skills and strategies leading to improved overall achievement by the end of the year
LTO Online Teacher, Grade 2/3
Parkway Public School
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Leveraged Google Classroom tools for effective lesson delivery and student assessment
- Developed and adapted authentic assessment tools to monitor student progress
- Conducted online guided reading groups and supported independent reading and writing through scaffolding
- Promoted educational websites, online programs, manipulatives, and videos to foster an engaging learning environment.
LTO Teacher, Grade 3/4
Helen Wilson Public School
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Employed universal design strategies to foster inclusivity for all students
- Incorporated a Daily 5 reading and writing program to cultivate critical literacy skills
- Formulated a well-balanced numeracy program to encourage critical thinking
- Created inquiry-based units to ignite student curiosity and foster self-directed learning.
LTO Teacher, Primary Transition Program
Helen Wilson Public School
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Actively contributed to individualized education plans, emphasizing the development of social skills and functional communication for students
- Offered tailored support for student evaluations and maintained consistent communication with parents
- Collaborated with all staff and the learning team, sharing responsibilities and fostering teamwork
- Designed and adapted authentic assessment tools and tasks to monitor and track student learning
Supply Designated Early Childhood Educator
Dufferin - Peel District School Board
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Offered necessary support for student evaluation, modification, and accommodation
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits
Supply Designated Early Childhood Educator
Halton District School Board
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Cultivated a holistic learning environment that promoted physical, emotional, and social well-being
- Demonstrated competence in offering positive behavior guidance and implementing appropriate redirection
- Advocated for problem-solving strategies as a proactive approach to conflict resolution
- Nurtured meaningful relationships with the learning team, contributing to a safe and supportive environment
Education
Bacheor of Education -
Niagara University
Vaughan 05.2020
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Early Childhood Studies -
Ryerson University
Toronto, ON05.2015
Skills
Special Education Pt 1
July 2020
Mathematics Primary/ Junior Pt 1
March 2021
Teaching English Language Learners Pt 1
August 2021
Teaching Students with Communication Needs: ASD
December 2021
Reading Pt 1
July 2022
Timeline
LTO Teacher, Grade 2
Roberta Bondar Public School
02.2024 - 06.2024
LTO Teacher, Grade 3
Roberta Bondar Public School
08.2022 - 06.2023
LTO Online Teacher, Grade 2/3
Parkway Public School
11.2021 - 06.2022
LTO Teacher, Grade 3/4
Helen Wilson Public School
03.2021 - 06.2021
LTO Teacher, Primary Transition Program
Helen Wilson Public School
01.2021 - 02.2021
Occasional Teacher
Peel District School Board
11.2020 - Current
Supply Designated Early Childhood Educator
Dufferin - Peel District School Board
09.2017 - 06.2020
Supply Designated Early Childhood Educator
Halton District School Board
09.2016 - 06.2020
Bacheor of Education -
Niagara University
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Early Childhood Studies -
Ryerson University
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