Jenessa VanZandwyk
Ladysmith,British Columbia
Summary
Passionate teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums and working with a diverse range of students. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Detailed and adaptable team player who works diligently to meet school and district-wide goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
School District 68
09.2017 - Current
- 2017-2018 - Grade 2/3 - Ladysmith Primary School
- 2018-2021 - Kindergarten/1 - Fairview Elementary
- 2021-Current - Kindergarten/1 - Ladysmith Primary School
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives using a variety of hands-on, outdoor and technological learning opportunities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student has opportunity for success.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Behavior Interventionist
Footholds Therapy Centre
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Promoted positive behavior change through consistent reinforcement and appropriate consequences.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BCBachelor of Arts - Education
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC12.2015
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Teacher
School District 68
09.2017 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Footholds Therapy Centre
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of Northern British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Vancouver Island University
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