Jennifer McNally
Primary/Junior Teacher
Westport,ON
Summary
I am a Passionate teacher dedicated to providing a compassionate, inclusive and engaging learning environment in order for all students to become the best version of themselves. I am deeply committed to instilling a love of learning and enthusiasm for life each and everyday where the classroom is always treated as a safe place to become our most proud selves. I am proud to be a life long learner who enjoys working collaboratively alongside colleagues, parents and the community, unifying the Catholic faith and action in my teaching practice.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Canadian Rockies Public Schools (CRPS)
Banff/Canmore , AB
2011.01 - Current
- Fulfilling several short term contracts over the years at Banff Elementary school, primarily Div.1 and 2
- Filling in as LST, and Reading Support and ELL teacher
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
Banff , AB
2023.02 - 2023.03
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for Kindergarten students while homeroom teacher on leave for 6 weeks
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
Banff , AB
2021.01 - 2021.06
- Held March conference meetings online pertaining to goal setting and progress reports
- Underwent an evaluation incorporating principles of TEF into lesson design and implementation
- Wrote final reports in accordance with class rubriks and assessment practices
- Used Seesaw as a tool to interact with parents and students
- Participated in PLNs and TPGP
Grade 2 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
Banff , AB
2020.08 - 2020.10
- Opened the school year for grade 2 students amid Covid related restrictions and regulations
Grade 3 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
Banff , AB
2020.02 - 2020.05
- Developed learning slides for online instruction
- Met with students online daily
- Used google classroom for assignments and student communications
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
Banff , AB
2018.03 - 2018.05
- Designed and implemented lesson plans while filling in for absent grade 4 teacher for 2 months
Substitute Teacher
ALCDSB
Kingston , Ontario
2009.09 - 2010.06
Practicum in Kindergarten and Grade 4
Holy Family Elementary School ALCDSB
Kingston , Ontario
2008.10 - 2009.05
ESL Language Teacher
GEOS
Kita Kyushu , Japan
2004.04 - 2008.04
- Delivered ESL curriculum in small-group and individual settings
- Used textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to instruct students and improve skills
- Taught 10 different levels of English with students ranging in ages from 3 to 70
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Queen's University
05.2009
Bachelor of Arts Honours (BAH) -
Queen's University
Skills
- Strong communication
- Ability to differentiate
- Enthusiasm
- Confident with new technology
- Deep community involvement
Professional Development
- Active participant in PLNs and TPGP at Banff Elementary School
- EDST 450 Introduction to Aboriginal Education
- PSYC 389 Learning Disabilities. Issues and interventions
- Applied The Teacher Effectiveness Framework to Kindergarten Evaluation (2021)
- English Language learning (ELL) experience brought into classroom
References
- Teresa Daffern, Kindergarten teacher, BES, (403)585-2484, teresa.daffern@crps.ca
- Chris Cherrett, Grade 1 teacher, BES, (403)431-3301, christine.cherrett@crps.ca
- Craig Kestle, Principal, BES, (403)762-4465, craig.kestle@crps.ca
Timeline
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
2023.02 - 2023.03
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
2021.01 - 2021.06
Grade 2 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
2020.08 - 2020.10
Grade 3 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
2020.02 - 2020.05
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Banff Elementary School (CRPS)
2018.03 - 2018.05
Substitute Teacher
Canadian Rockies Public Schools (CRPS)
2011.01 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ALCDSB
2009.09 - 2010.06
Practicum in Kindergarten and Grade 4
Holy Family Elementary School ALCDSB
2008.10 - 2009.05
ESL Language Teacher
GEOS
2004.04 - 2008.04
Bachelor of Education -
Queen's University
Bachelor of Arts Honours (BAH) -
Queen's University
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