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Janice Koch

Abbotsford,BC

Summary

Often asked to mentor other teachers. Have several certificates in Special Education including Autism and was a member of the Abbotsford District Autism Team.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

SD34
09.1997 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environments.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and expectations.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Managed caseload numbers over 84 per year.

Teacher On Call

SD34
09.1983 - 06.1997
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environments.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs,
  • Ensuring each of 84 caseload student had equal opportunities for adaptations and ultimate success.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership - Special Education

University of Portland
Portland, WA
05.1997

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies: Special Education

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby
05.1991

Teaching Permanent Certificate (L) 4387 - English

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
02.1968

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Student rapport
  • Special Needs Students
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Learning Strategies
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Cultural Sensitivity

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

SD34
09.1997 - Current

Teacher On Call

SD34
09.1983 - 06.1997

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership - Special Education

University of Portland

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies: Special Education

Simon Fraser University

Teaching Permanent Certificate (L) 4387 - English

Simon Fraser University

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