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Kereen M. Morrison –Spence
Summary
An Educator who demonstrates high levels of critical thinking skills. I am team oriented; demonstrate the ability for continuous learning and displays enthusiasm, self-motivation, energy and creativity.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Manitoba Saskatchewan Conference of Seventh Day Ad
Teacher
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and student participation.
- Assessed student performance through assignments, projects, and standardized tests.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and pedagogical techniques.
- Designed educational resources to support diverse learning needs and styles.
- Led extracurricular activities, fostering community engagement and student leadership skills.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement in teaching methodologies.
Saskatoon Public Schools
Teacher
01.2017 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Ministry of Education
English Language and Resource Room Teacher
01.2009 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Prepared and presented lectures in the following courses: English Language, Communication studies, Literature in English, English Literature, Reading and Literacy. Create lesson plans and incorporated experiential activities in teaching, created and graded examinations and group presentations.
- Teaching Experience
Education
University of Saskatchewan
Masters in Education, M. Ed
01.2017
Northern Caribbean University (NCU)
Bachelor of Education, B. Ed
01.2011
Andrews UniversityMichigan
Master of Science from Education
05.2025 - Current
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Motivating students
- Behavior management
Accomplishments
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Certification
- Saskatchewan Teachers Provisional Professional A Certificate
- TESOL Certification, International Open Academy 2019
- Autism Awareness Certification, New Skills Academy 2019
- ADHD Certification, New Skills Academy 2019
Awards
University of Saskatchewan Graduate Student Association (GSA) Bursaries 2015, 2016, 2017, Education Graduate Bursary
Timeline
Andrews University
Master of Science from Education
05.2025 - Current
Teacher
Manitoba Saskatchewan Conference of Seventh Day Ad
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Saskatoon Public Schools
01.2017 - 06.2024
English Language and Resource Room Teacher
Ministry of Education
01.2009 - 01.2015
Northern Caribbean University (NCU)
Bachelor of Education, B. Ed
University of Saskatchewan
Masters in Education, M. Ed
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