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ERICKA ANDRADE

Paris

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management and relationship building, honed at Waterloo Region District School Board. Excelled in creating engaging lessons and fostering academic curiosity through hands-on experiments. Adept at tailoring instruction to meet diverse needs, significantly enhancing student understanding and performance.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Occasional High School Teacher

Grand Erie District School Board
01.2021 - Current

I am available each day to teach any subject and every grade in High school in the Brant area.

  • Developed strong relationships with students for enhanced academic performance.
  • Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
  • Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.

High School Science Teacher

Waterloo Region District School Board
02.1998 - 06.2020
  • Created assessments to measure student progress and tailor instruction to individual needs.
  • Implemented hands-on experiments for improved understanding of complex theories.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student interest in scientific concepts.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lab experiments, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
  • Integrated real-life examples into lessons, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific concepts.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences, collaborating with parents to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Enhanced student understanding by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Mentored struggling students, offering additional support and resources to improve their academic performance.
  • Established positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and inclusivity among students.
  • Organized field trips to local museums and research facilities, exposing students to real-world applications of scientific knowledge.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - High School Teacher

Lakehead University
Thunder Bay
05-1997

Bachelor of Arts - Honours Physical Education Minor Biology

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
05-1996

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Special needs students
  • Empathy and patience
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team building
  • Student motivation
  • Effective listening
  • Clear public speaking skills

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

I have always taken pride in my gardens at home Spring is my favourite time of year when you start to see the growth of the newly sprouted plants I mostly enjoy perennials as I can trust that they will come up as beautiful as the years before

I love crafting and making things better than before I love working with colour and pictures

I fully enjoy keeping active and staying youthful through yoga and walking

For many years my family was a foster family for the Oxford County Animal Rescue

Timeline

Occasional High School Teacher

Grand Erie District School Board
01.2021 - Current

High School Science Teacher

Waterloo Region District School Board
02.1998 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - High School Teacher

Lakehead University

Bachelor of Arts - Honours Physical Education Minor Biology

Wilfrid Laurier University
ERICKA ANDRADE