Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
Generic

Jade Gray

Millbrook,Canada

Summary

Enthusiastic and passionate educator with experience instructing students with a wide range of learning abilities both in person and virtually. Committed to creating inclusive and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth and self-reflection. Responsive to student needs and interests, while prioritizing strong, positive relationships with students and families to foster engagement and support overall success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Cobourg Collegiate Institue
Cobourg, ON
09.2021 - Current
  • Employ diverse assessment techniques to meet the needs of students while evaluating student progress.
  • Facilitate and promote discussions on current topics to enhance understanding of the course material.
  • Encourage critical thinking through problem-solving activities that engage students in collaboration.
  • Provide individual or small group tutoring sessions to support struggling students.
  • Create a safe learning environment by fostering positive relationships with students and families.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to exchange best practices in teaching methodologies. This included joining the NBE committee and participating in the rewriting of the NBE course overviews and outlines.

CEO

Wiggly Feet
, ON
01.2015 - Current
  • Company Overview: Created as a hobby, Wiggly Feet evolved into a recognizable, local brand, creating soft-soled footwear for children. Website: www.wigglyfeet.com
  • Promote brand via social media: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest.
  • Creation of engaging and effective social media content for a diverse audience.
  • Confident in website creation using the WordPress platform, and the addition of plug-ins to ensure a seamless shopping experience.
  • Train new staff on all Wiggly Feet exclusive patterns through modelling of techniques.
  • Management and organization of raw product for distribution to staff.
  • Supervision of seamstress productivity and compensation.
  • Collaboration with local organizations to raise funds and awareness for various projects.
  • Donation of product and funds to the Ronald McDonald House and Plan International Canada.
  • Creatively design vendor show spaces ranging from 5x5 to 10x10 feet.
  • Maintain professional and responsive customer service.
  • Development of new patterns to ensure Wiggle Feet remains original and recognizable.
  • Presented with the Peterborough Examiners Readers’ Choice Award in the Baby Store category for 2019 & 2020. Voted by the community.

Online Educator

Virtual High School
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, ON
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Adapted course material so it was accessible for all types of learners.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, and assignments.
  • Planned activities that allowed students to interact with each other virtually in meaningful ways.
  • Provided guidance to learners on how to use the learning management system.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to online teaching techniques.
  • Developed strategies for helping students stay motivated while learning remotely.
  • Utilized various technologies such as web conferencing tools, discussion boards, video streaming, and virtual reality simulations in the classroom.
  • Gave lectures via videoconferencing software that were engaging and informative.
  • Provided personalized support through email or phone calls when needed by individual students.
  • Assisted students with technical issues related to accessing course materials or using online tools.
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated multimedia, including videos, audio recordings, and interactive activities.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions during class sessions and addressed any concerns they had about their studies.

Data Analyst / Inventory Control Coordinator

Metro360
06.2001 - 04.2020
  • Company Overview: A local periodical distributor.
  • Recipient of Metro360’s Ingenuity award, including cash prize.
  • Developed programming for a national newspaper database from start to finish. Involved working with various stakeholders from grocery chains to publishers.
  • Hosted mini-lessons to train staff on various Microsoft Suite programs and program capabilities in an effort to aid in peer efficiency and job satisfaction.
  • Identified opportunities to standardize, automate and provide self-service reports in response to and in anticipation of business needs and feedback.
  • Interpreted, analyzed and validated data results to develop ad hoc and recurring reports to support strategic, operational, and financial decision-making.
  • A local periodical distributor.

Education

Reading Specialist -

Trent University
Peterborough, None
07-2024

Teaching English Language Learners -

Trent University
Peterborough, None
07-2023

Senior Division FNMI -

Trent University
Peterborough, None
07.2021

Teaching Students With Communication Needs -

Queen’s University
Toronto, ON
06.2021

SENIOR HISTORY -

Queen’s University
Toronto, ON
04.2021

Bachelor of Education - English / Social Studies

James Cook University
Queensland, AUS
12.2009

Bachelor of Arts -

Trent University
Oshawa, ON
12.2008

Skills

  • Ingenuity
  • Adaptability
  • Time management
  • Self-motivation
  • Creativity
  • Collaboration
  • Organization
  • Process streamlining
  • Empathy and patience
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Relationship building
  • Enthusiasm
  • Empathy
  • Patience
  • Commitment

Certification

ONTARIO COLLEGE OF TEACHERS, Primary/Junior/Intermediate/Senior Educator

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Creative Arts
  • Travel
  • Music
  • Continuous Learning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Educator

Cobourg Collegiate Institue
09.2021 - Current

Online Educator

Virtual High School
10.2020 - 06.2021

CEO

Wiggly Feet
01.2015 - Current

Data Analyst / Inventory Control Coordinator

Metro360
06.2001 - 04.2020

Reading Specialist -

Trent University

Teaching English Language Learners -

Trent University

Senior Division FNMI -

Trent University

Teaching Students With Communication Needs -

Queen’s University

SENIOR HISTORY -

Queen’s University

Bachelor of Education - English / Social Studies

James Cook University

Bachelor of Arts -

Trent University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Jade Gray