Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
Babysitter

Larissa Weredynski

Mississauga

Summary

Master of Arts in Child Study and Education 2023

Dr. Eric Jackman Institute of Child Study

Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto


Bachelor of Arts Honours in Social Psychology 2021

McMaster University

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grade 2/3 LTO

Millwood Junior Public School
05.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced student understanding of curricular content by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating visuals, group activities, and real-world examples.
  • Increased student participation by creating engaging lesson plans that encouraged students to make personal connections, and collaborate with peers.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect.
  • Assessed student understanding and adjusted instructional strategies as needed to maximize student learning.
  • Supported classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent routines.
  • Collaborated with staff to plan activities and collaborative lessons.

ESL, Drama and Dance LTO

Millwood Junior Public School
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Differentiated lessons and activities to meet the diverse needs of the student population
  • Provided literacy support to students from grades one through five
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to deliver support that connects to classroom content
  • Assessed students' various literary skills such as reading comprehension
  • Designed and implemented engaging lessons to teach Dance concepts to Primary students

Occasional Teacher

TDSB And PDSB
05.2023 - Current
  • Contributed to safe and secure learning environment through supporting student's behaviours.
  • Maintained the classroom expectations and followed established routines.
  • Provided differentiated instruction and small group support to meet students' needs.
  • Followed the plan left by the classroom teacher.

Student Teacher Internship - Grade One

Extended Practicum: 13 Weeks (2 Full, 3 Half Days)
  • Collaborated with mentor teacher to develop and utilize a balanced literacy program through research-based instruction.
  • Designed and taught cross-curricular units in math and language using inquiry pedagogy.
  • Co-created and administered diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments in areas of reading, writing, math, and science.
  • Supported individual learning and emotional needs of students through maintaining positive relationships and utilizing differentiation techniques.
  • Used inquiry to engage students in discussions focused on religion to teach Catholic values and strengthen their faith.

Student Teacher Practicum - Grade Six

10 weeks (four half days)
  • Led an Indigenous reconciliation social studies project focusing on historical and contemporary experiences of Indigenous communities, responses to current issues and student proposed activism.
  • Planned and taught focused math lessons and related study skills to prepare students for EQAO.
  • Created technology-based activities (e..g, virtual escape rooms) to engage students and solidify their learning.

Skills

    2023 Ontario Certificate of Qualification (Primary/Junior)

    2023 Special Education Part 1, AQ

    2022 Religion Education Certificate - Teaching in Ontario Catholic Schools

Certification

  • Science of Reading Online Course through Learn Different 2023
  • Co-facilitated with Lumenus and Community Living Toronto "Confronting Anti-Black Racism with School-Agers" 2023
  • Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) & Trauma-Informed Classrooms Training Certificate 2020


References

References available upon request

Timeline

Grade 2/3 LTO

Millwood Junior Public School
05.2024 - Current

ESL, Drama and Dance LTO

Millwood Junior Public School
03.2024 - 03.2024

Occasional Teacher

TDSB And PDSB
05.2023 - Current

Student Teacher Internship - Grade One

Extended Practicum: 13 Weeks (2 Full, 3 Half Days)

Student Teacher Practicum - Grade Six

10 weeks (four half days)
Larissa Weredynski