JASMIN CHAHAL
Abbotsford,BC
Summary
Elementary school teacher and award-winning author with proven ability to create stimulating and supportive classroom atmosphere. Known for crafting engaging, culturally-relevant lesson plans and fostering love for learning among students. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and consistently focused on achieving educational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Author and Creative Writing Facilitator
Jasmin Kaur Literature Ltd.
09.2018 - Current
- Wrote emotionally powerful novels and fictional stories to engage teen readers on topics related to mental health, women's rights, immigration and social justice.
- Engaged teens and young people in creative writing lessons through hands-on activities, both online and in-person.
- Promoted published works through social media platforms, author website updates, email newsletters, and blog posts.
- Consistently met deadlines by effectively managing time, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining strong organizational skills.
- Conducted extensive research to enrich the authenticity and depth of written works, providing a more immersive experience for readers.
- Built a loyal following through engaging author-reader interactions at book signings, speaking engagements or online platforms.
Sixth Grade Teacher
Khalsa School of the Fraser Valley
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Utilized various assessment methods to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly throughout the school year.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
- Led parent-teacher conferences effectively, discussing student performance openly while maintaining sensitivity towards individual family situations.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Abbotsford School District
02.2018 - 02.2018
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
University of British Columbia
Vancouver04-2025
Bachelor's of Education - Elementary Generalist
Simon Fraser University
Surrey, BC12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford12-2016
Skills
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Literacy development
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative writing
- Literary Editing
- Literary and Scientific Research
Awards
New York Public Library: Teen Book of the Year Award (2021)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Sixth Grade Teacher
Khalsa School of the Fraser Valley
09.2023 - 04.2024
Author and Creative Writing Facilitator
Jasmin Kaur Literature Ltd.
09.2018 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Abbotsford School District
02.2018 - 02.2018
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
University of British Columbia
Bachelor's of Education - Elementary Generalist
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of The Fraser Valley
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