Jennifer Engracio
Calgary
Summary
Education professional with a proven track record in fostering student success through differentiated instruction and collaborative learning. Demonstrates expertise in cultural awareness and formative assessment, ensuring inclusive and adaptive educational experiences. Adept at designing and implementing curricula that meet diverse learning needs while promoting collaborative environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, with focus on team collaboration with families, students and colleagues.
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of human development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Self-employed
09.2004 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented for students with IEPs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
Educator
Burnaby, North Vancouver and Vancouver School Dist
09.2001 - 06.2004
Teacher On Call duties (K-9)
Education
Master of Arts - Social Sciences
Antioch University
Seattle, WA12-2022
Bachelor of Education - History And English (minors)
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC06-2001
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary School
North Vancouver, BC06-1993
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Parent interaction
- Differentiated instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Active listening
- Child development
- Collaborative learning
- Formative assessment
- Remote learning
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Level One Satir Family Counseling Program
Licensed Foster Parent (Government of Alberta)
Trauma Informed Parenting and Education (various courses via Alberta Child and Family Services, University of British Columbia, Mount Royal University, and University of Calgary)
SOGI (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity) training from University of British Columbia
Two Spirit & IndigiQueer training with Dr. Candace Linklater (IndigiQueer), Alycia Two Bears (Two Spirit/IndigiQueer), and guided by Two Spirit Elder Stands In Water
Interests
- Avid Reader
- Cooking
- Dance
- Music
- Hiking
- Gardening
- Historical Exploration
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Swimming
- Blogging/Vlogging
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
Timeline
Educator
Self-employed
09.2004 - Current
Educator
Burnaby, North Vancouver and Vancouver School Dist
09.2001 - 06.2004
Master of Arts - Social Sciences
Antioch University
Bachelor of Education - History And English (minors)
Simon Fraser University
High School Diploma -
Windsor Secondary School
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