Kathleen Fielden
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Successful at managing multiple priorities and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Vancouver School Board
01.2006 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents and students to provide feedback.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Served on school committees and contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- VEAES Rep from 2019 until present.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Bachelor's of Education - Education
UBC
Vancouver, BC11.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
UBC
Vancouver05.2003
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Assessment Strategies
- Elementary Education
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Inquiry-based learning
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Vancouver School Board
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor's of Education - Education
UBC
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
UBC
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