Jusanne Montaque
958 Denton Drive, Cobourg,ON
Summary
Passionate teacher bringing 17 years of experience as Secondary teacher. Devoted to bridging achievement gaps across gender and race. Thoughtful mentor and patient facilitator of student success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Teacher, Grades 9-12
Crawford Adventist Academy, Main Campus
09.2018 - Current
- Facilitated instruction in ENL1W, ENG1D, ENG2D, ENG3C/U, ENG4C, GLC2O/GLS10
- Facilitated students' voice and choice in developing project based assessments
- Provided opportunities to demonstrate learning such as infographics, documentaries, blogs, podcasts and creative writing pieces
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Maintained open communication with parents through regular updates, conferences, and progress reports.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Organized social and educational activities for students and families.
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips, enriching students' educational experience beyond the classroom.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, encouraging participation from everyone.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to make content more meaningful and relatable for students.
- Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
- Designed detailed daily lessons that largely focus on grammar, literature, writing, and/or vocabulary development
- Conferenced extensively with students, providing descriptive oral feedback which students used to edit and enhance their work
- Provided intensive one-on-one support to students with learning exceptionalities that allowed them to reach their goals and be successful
- Maintained positive student-teacher- parent relationships
- Identified and supported students at risk with additional instruction and guidance
- Coordinated and executed, in conjunction with student support department, specialized lesson plans for IEP students
- Coordinated student-led seminars and presentations to create a student-centered learning environment.
Occasional Teacher, Grades 5-8
Crawford Adventist Academy, Peel Campus
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Facilitated differentiated lesson plans to accommodate learners between grades 5-8 experiencing a spectrum of learning abilities
- Liaised with parents regarding student progress and prepare pupil's report cards in accordance with ministry guidelines, provided at-home strategies to engage parents in child's learning
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promote emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education Coordinator
Oxford Learning Centre, Waterloo
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 15 students and 2 instructors.
Language and Communication Instructor, Adult Learning
Eastern TVET Institute, Kingston, Jamaica
09.2006 - 02.2016
- Promoted digital literacy among students by integrating multimedia tools into lectures and assignments, preparing them for success in modern workplaces.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to ministry and school requirements.
- Utilized various instructional approaches such as role-playing exercises, simulations, and debates to foster an engaging learning environment.
- Increased class participation through the implementation of interactive group activities and discussions.
- Supported departmental initiatives such as accreditation reviews by maintaining organized records of syllabi, assessments, and student evaluations.
- Actively sought professional development opportunities such as conferences, seminars, and workshops to stay current with industry best practices and enhance instructional abilities.
- Collaborated with other instructors to identify best practices for teaching communication techniques, increasing overall curriculum effectiveness.
Education
Inclusive Education, Part 1 -
Faculty of Education, Queens University
Kingston, ON06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Faculty of Education, Northern Caribbean University
Mandeville, Jamaica08.2005
Skills
- Small Group Tutoring
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Student Support
- Google Classroom
- IEPs knowledge
- Technology Integration
- Student Engagement
- PowerSchool
- Instructional Materials Preparation
- Student Evaluation
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
Professional Learning
- 2021, TADSB: Truth and Reconciliation Education
- 2019, TADSB: Teaching the Exceptional Child
School Community Involvement
- Coordinated boys and girls self-development days for students to develop life skills, social skills and fostering positive self-image.
- Participated in extra-curricular activities such as coaching creative writing and participating in Mental Health Tik Tok Challenge, by the Mental Health Awareness committee.
- Organized and chaperoned senior university preview trips
- Participated and supervised intramurals and class challenge activities.
- Coordinated, supervised and participated in the school's annual banquet.
Contribution To Learning Community
- Facilitated the development of class newspapers, blogs and documentaries
- Designed detailed daily lessons that largely focus on grammar, literature, writing, and/or vocabulary development, Conferenced extensively with students, providing descriptive oral feedback which students used to edit and enhance their work.
- Provided intensive one-on-one support to students with learning exceptionalities that allowed them to reach their goals and be successful.
- Maintained positive student-teacher- parent relationships, Identified and supported students at risk with additional instruction and guidance.
- Coordinated and executed, in conjunction with student support department, specialized lesson plans for IEP students.
- Mentored and supported the growth of over thirty students in developing academic achievement and self-confidence.
- Coordinated student-led seminars and presentations to create a student-centered learning environment.
Certification
OCT, 678201
- Intermediate and Senior History & English
Timeline
Secondary Teacher, Grades 9-12
Crawford Adventist Academy, Main Campus
09.2018 - Current
Occasional Teacher, Grades 5-8
Crawford Adventist Academy, Peel Campus
09.2017 - 06.2018
Education Coordinator
Oxford Learning Centre, Waterloo
09.2016 - 12.2016
Language and Communication Instructor, Adult Learning
Eastern TVET Institute, Kingston, Jamaica
09.2006 - 02.2016
Inclusive Education, Part 1 -
Faculty of Education, Queens University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Faculty of Education, Northern Caribbean University
OCT, 678201
- Intermediate and Senior History & English
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