Joanne Wheeler

• Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

• Taught students from Grades 1 - 9. Subjects included Social Studies, English Language Arts, and Drama.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Collaborated heavily with other teachers to plan cross-curricular units, individualized students plans, and provide support for all students.
• Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
• Ran extracurricular activities such as drama productions, concerts, sports tournaments, and graduations, all requiring a high level of attention to detail and organization.
• Organized out-of-school field trips to theatre productions, museums, and sporting events requiring timely
• Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
• Served on school committees to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Marked written sections of the Grade 9 English Language Arts Provincial Achievements Tests

• Required carefully following marking guidelines and paying close attention to detail
• Marked large volume of exams within tight deadlines, showcasing exceptional time management skills under pressure.
• Collaborated with team members in order to ensure highest level of accuracy

Taught students from Grades 4 - 12. Subjects included Social Studies, French, and Drama.