Katerina Zervas
Delhi,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable educator with experience teaching primary and junior grades, and a background as a Registered Early Childhood Educator. Proven ability to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment while effectively managing diverse classroom dynamics. Highly skilled in behaviour management, fostering social-emotional development, and building strong, positive relationships with students and families. Seeking a permanent teaching position to contribute knowledge of effective literacy and math teaching strategies and a commitment to student success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occasional/Long-Term Occasional Teacher
Thames Valley District School Board & Grand Erie District School Board
01.2020 - Current
- Deliver engaging lessons across subjects, including literacy, math and science, ensuring educational continuity during teacher's absence.
- Manage classroom behaviour by implementing effective strategies to foster a safe, positive, and productive learning environment
- Build and maintain rapport with students, staff and families.
- Assess, monitor and evaluate student observations and work samples daily.
- Demonstrate high adaptability and flexibility by quickly adapting to new classroom teaching styles and student groups.
Student Teacher
Highcastle P.S., Nelson Mandela P.S., Ontario Science Centre, Manhattan Park Jr. P.S.
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Responsible for classroom management and planning and implementation of lessons and activities based on prior and ongoing assessments of student learning.
Early Childhood Educator
French Connection Childcare Centre
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Responsible for developing and implementing emergent curriculum, encouraging skill development through scaffolding, family collaboration, integrating strategies to guide and promote student inquiry, exploration and development.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
York University
01.2020
B.A. - Early Childhood Studies
Ryerson University
01.2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Positive reinforcement and restorative practice
- Creating inclusive classroom climates
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment for, as and of learning
- Integrating technology
- Communication and Collaboration
Certification
- Ontario College of Teachers
Member in good standing
- St. John Ambulance
First Aid & CPR-C + AED
Timeline
Occasional/Long-Term Occasional Teacher
Thames Valley District School Board & Grand Erie District School Board
01.2020 - Current
Student Teacher
Highcastle P.S., Nelson Mandela P.S., Ontario Science Centre, Manhattan Park Jr. P.S.
01.2017 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Educator
French Connection Childcare Centre
01.2014 - 01.2017
B.A. - Early Childhood Studies
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Education -
York University
Teaching Philosophy Statement
My approach to teaching extends beyond academic subjects alone and also focuses on the well-being of each student. It is my priority to ensure that students feel a sense of safety and belonging within the school community which in turn encourages positive interactions and increased engagement in the classroom. My perspective is guided by my belief that every student deserves opportunities to reach their full potential through a curriculum that is differentiated and responsive to their individual skills and needs, meeting them exactly where they are in their learning journey.