Jessica McMurter
Shannonville,ON
Summary
Passionate Indigenous Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) adept at fostering positive mental health and well-being through a holistic, child-entered approach. Enthusiastically integrates Indigenous cultural knowledge, language and land-based education into lesson plan development, to create a culturally rich learning experiences. Specializing in the compassionate use of preventative trauma-informed approaches to build and maintain meaningful relationships and create an inclusive classroom that supports well-being, belonging, and diverse needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Resource Teacher
Quinte Mohawk School
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
01.2024 - Current
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students in standardized curriculum and social skills, as well as classroom management techniques
- Utilized technology tools such as iPads when implementing lesson plans for students with exceptionalities
- Developed and implement skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence and well-being
- Advocated for needs of the students with exceptionalities
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development
Teaching Candidate
Quinte Mohawk School
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop differentiated instruction plans for struggling learners.
- Developed lesson plans to introduce concepts in language arts, mathematics, science and social studies.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Facilitated small group activities that addressed specific academic objectives.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Student Behavioural and Mental Health Support Worker
Quinte Mohawk School
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
10.2013 - 01.2024
- Provide guidance and counseling for socio-emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and mental well-being to individuals and groups.
- Conduct suicide risk assessments and crisis interventions for at-risk families.
- Engage in case conferences with community agencies, school personnel, and parents to create support plans for students.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, implement, and assess behavioral and safety plans.
- Emphasize equity, diversity, cultural sensitivity, and inclusion in all services provided.
Equine Assisted Learning Co-Facilitator
Grace Acres Farm
Napanee, ON
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Coordinate and facilitate Equine Assisted Learning for At-Risk Youth
- Land-based learning with direct teachings of Indigenous philosophies in the area of mental well-being
- Co-facilitate experiential program where interactions with horses are used to teach socio-emotional skills and mental well-being
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Ryerson University
05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Indigenous Teacher Education Program
Queen's University
05.2025
Associate of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
06.2015
Associate of Arts - Police And Justice Studies
Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
06.2013
Skills
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Behavioural and Safety Intervention Plans
- Special Education Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Apple Technology Leadership
- Creative & Indigenized Lesson Planning
Certification
- Psychological and Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support certification
- Safe Talk, Suicide Prevention and Intervention Certification
- Level One Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Training
- ADHD in the Classroom: Supporting Student Success Training Certificate
- Ontario Skilled Trade Certification in Hairstyling First Aid and CPR
Accomplishments
- Apple Technology Leadership Facilitator
- Mental Health Educator
- Presenter for Ontario CEC Annual Special Education Conference; Toronto, ON
- Participant for Re-Opening Covid-19 Committee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supply Resource Teacher
Quinte Mohawk School
01.2024 - Current
Teaching Candidate
Quinte Mohawk School
05.2023 - 10.2024
Equine Assisted Learning Co-Facilitator
Grace Acres Farm
05.2018 - 08.2020
Student Behavioural and Mental Health Support Worker
Quinte Mohawk School
10.2013 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Arts - Indigenous Teacher Education Program
Queen's University
Associate of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
Associate of Arts - Police And Justice Studies
Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
- Psychological and Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support certification
- Safe Talk, Suicide Prevention and Intervention Certification
- Level One Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Training
- ADHD in the Classroom: Supporting Student Success Training Certificate
- Ontario Skilled Trade Certification in Hairstyling First Aid and CPR
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