Laura Donnelly
Educator
Huntsville,ON
Summary
A dynamic educator with experience developing programs for a variety of grade levels and subject areas. Proven leadership to inspire through shared vision and fostering personal growth and development. Spearheaded multiple projects to increase school and curriculum efficiency improving collaboration among interdepartmental teams. Possess exceptional communication and problem-solving skills inspiring others to collaborate as effective team members as leaders. Over 15 years of experience with a breadth of knowledge in the development and implementation of curriculum technology tools and applications in the classroom. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to both inspire and engage student and adult learners.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HDSB Summer School ~ BTT100 - Information and Communication Technology in Business, Grade 10
HDSB
Burlington, ON
- Provided students with strong foundation of knowledge on history of computing, computer functionality, and proper ways to use technology in business settings.
- Subjects/Topics include parts of computers, networking, graphical user interfaces, and storage options as well as ergonomics and health while using technology.
- Developed simple lessons with word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design skills.
- Gamification lessons – Provided positivity in using games, to support engagement.
- Collaboration – Provided opportunities for students to work with others around the world.
- Differentiated instruction – Supported through technology the ability for students to learn in a variety of ways and find what best suits their needs.
- Distance learning – Supported how technology can now be used to provide dynamic digital platform representations.
Presenter - Charles Sturt University: Teaching Presentations
Charles Sturt University
Burlington, ON
- Developed a comprehensive guide for students wanting to Study Abroad at Charles Sturt University in Australia
- Developed and presented engaging educational content to diverse audiences.
- Incorporated multimedia elements into presentations when appropriate.
Monck Public School ~ Intermediate 6/7 & 7/8
TLDSB
Huntsville
09.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the individual needs of students.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal, informal assessments.
- Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, attitude towards learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
Huntsville Public School ~ Resource Literacy Intervention K-8
TLDSB
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Advanced literacy learning of students not meeting grade-level expectations in reading.
- Supported and deepened and expanded comprehension with close reading.
- Increased reading volume by engaging students in large amounts of successful daily intensive reading.
Increased student engagement with books that build knowledge - Intervened with small groups of struggling readers to maximize growth
- Met needs of struggling readers with compassion and patience.
- Monitored student progress through As, For, Of Learning Assessment.
Educator - Alton Village - Core Intermediate
HDSB
Burlington, ON
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Promoting students' health and well-being while giving them the ability to learn in all disciplines, that learning, in turn, contributes to their overall well-being
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
- To foster, guide, and assist your child in their educational, physical, emotional, and social development through the French Language.
- Organized activities and resources to promote student engagement in learning.
Educator - TIDE Academy - Costa Rica - Grade 8 - 12 Language Arts, U.S. History and Grade 12 Creative Writing
TIDE Academy
Tamarindo , Guancaste Province, Costa Rica
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Accreditation through Global Village School or Northern Atlantic Regional High School
- Provide a one-on-one personalized education to each student. We want each student to succeed to the best of theirability. This means challenging them enough but keeping them academically engaged as well!
- Provide a flexible education that is adapted to each student. Having students with different needs and schedules means we need to create a learning atmosphere that is individualized. Meaning some students take their work on the road and or some choose additional class hours. We customize the academic experience.
- Promote learning outside the classroom. Learning should not only be for inside the classroom. Students intern at several local businesses for academic credit, we also work with several organizations creating community projects such as: community murals, surf clinics, and local fundraisers. We are also fortunate to have several partnerships with state-side universities and schools this allows us to share and learn with students from all over the world.
Educator - Grade 3/4
HDSB
Burlington
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided an intensive Language program that improved early reading, writing and math skills
- Provided a strong foundation for future learning by identifying strengths to create strategic student improvement plans moving forward.
- Provided time with classmates that gives the opportunity to socialize with other children develops social and foundational skills for future success.
- Evaluated student learning and report to parents based on the early learning professional team's assessments of children's progress within the context of the Early Learning FDK.
- Established expectations for student behavior while maintaining an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Educator - Tiger Jeet Singh - Grade 5/6
HDSB
Milton, ON
09.2014 - 06.2015
- To ensure that assessment, evaluation, and reporting are valid and reliable and that they lead to the improvement of learning for all students, teachers use practices and procedures that: are fair, transparent, and equitable for all students
- Carefully planned to relate to the curriculum expectations and learning goals and, as much as possible, to the interests, learning styles and preferences, needs, and experiences of all students
- Math Congress - 3 part lesson plan: strategy is built upon the belief that learning and developing connections within a concept can arise from a group of learners who discover, discuss and reflect upon their solutions
- Encouraged students to test, try, and discover efficient strategies and come to a consensus on mathematical problem-solving
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
- The Math Congress provides an environment to communicate their thoughts, hurdles, solutions, problems, justifications, and assumptions
Educator - Mohawk Gardens - Kindergarten
HDSB
Burlington
09.2013 - 06.2014
- To provide a stronger start in school improves early reading, writing and math skills
- Provide a strong foundation for future learning
makes the transition to Grade 1 easier for both you and your child - Provide time with classmates that gives the opportunity to socialize with other children develops social and foundational skills for future success
- a seamless and integrated day provides familiar surroundings with staff and friends
avoids moving between different programs and locations - Evaluate student learning and report to parents based on the early learning professional team's assessments of children's progress within the context of the Early Learning FDK
Educator - Central School 7/8 - Math & Language
HDSB
Burlington
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Prepared teaching materials for language and math and outlines for courses, prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress, provide constructive feedback, and deliver interactive lectures and presentations to immerse students in their learning.
- Provided differentiated approach to teaching and learning framework for effective classroom practice. It involves adapting instruction and assessment to suit individual students’ interests, learning preferences, and readiness in order to promote learning.
- Cognitive development – brain development, processing and reasoning skills, use of strategies for learning.
Emotional development – emotional regulation, empathy, motivation. - Social development – self-development (self-concept, self-efficacy, self-esteem); identity formation (gender identity, social group identity, spiritual identity); relationships (peer, family).
- Physical development – physical activity, sleep patterns, changes that come with puberty, body image, nutritional requirements.
- Created positive and enriching online Google drive programs content and communities - Evaluated student progress against learning outcomes.
Educator - 5/6 Wellington Public School, Wellington, AU
Charles Sturt University
Wellington, Australia
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Provided me with a rewarding and enriching experience both personally and professionally.
- Was able to educate myself about the culture, customs, and etiquette of your destination country to ease the transition.
Education
Master of Education in Open, Digital, And Distance Education Program - Distance Education
Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB07-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON08-2010
Bachelor of Education - Education
Charles Sturt Unviersity
Australia05-2010
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON05-2005
Skills
- Special Education Specialist - York University, Toronto, Ontario
- Integration of Information and Computer Technology/Classroom Specialist - ETFO
- Intermediate Part 1 Senior Qualifications Grade 9-10 Geography – York University – Toronto, Ontario
- TEFL Certification – March 2017 – June 2017
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Task Prioritization
- Training & Development
- Software Proficiency (Google Drive, Microsoft, Brightspace, Moodle, Canva, Blackboard, e-portfolio development
- Multitasking
- Organization and Time Management
Honours And Achievements
- Valedictorian - Charles Sturt University
- ACE Award - Attitude, Collaboration, Enthusiasm award
- Award - Mohawk College - Outstanding student leadership throughout 2-year diploma
- Award - Mohawk College - Outstanding Academic Achievement Honours
Teaching Qualifications
- Ontario College of Teaching Certificate - OCT # 598649
- Masters of Education Distance Education - Currently - Completion July 2024, Problem solving, analysis, synthesis, and interpretation in distance education and training., Designing educational and training programs, as well as implementing, evaluating and managing them. This will result in skills in institutional and organizational design, management and administration, budgeting and finance, curriculum and program development, course development, design, delivery and support, and program evaluation and revision., Designing, implementing, and disseminating research in distance education and training., Designing and developing distance education and training courses and materials., Selecting, implementing, and evaluating technologies for use in distance education and training.
- Ontario College of Teachers - FDK Primary/ Junior /Intermediate Teaching Qualifications Kindergarten-Grade 10 - Major - Geography
- TEFL Certification - March 2017 - June 2017
- Information Technology Part 1 - ETFO, 2016, Toronto, ON
- Information Technology Part 2 - ETFO, 2016, Toronto, ON
- Information Technology - Specialist - ETFO, 2016, Toronto, ON
- Special Education Part 1, York University, July 2010, Toronto, Ontario
- Special Education Part 2, York University, Jan 2014, Toronto, Ontario
- Special Education Part 3, Specialists, York University April 2014, Toronto, Ontario
- French as a Second Language Part 1, ETFO, September 2010, Burlington, Ontario
- Early Childhood Education Diploma ~ Mohawk College 2003-2005
- Stanford University - Growth Mindset in Numeracy - Math for Teachers
- ABQ - Mathematics Educations - Secondary - January - June 2015 - York University, Toronto Ontario
- Intermediate Part 1 Senior Qualifications Grade 9-10 Geography - York University - Toronto, Ontario
- Understanding the Leader within - Educating the Educator - Halton District School Board, Feb 2015 - Mar
- TAPIN - Leadership Roles in Education - Halton District School Board - Mar 2017 - May 2017
- Math and Growth Mindset Initiative - Stanford University - Dave Valentine - Tiger Jeet Singh - Milton
- Supporting Elementary Students with Concerns of Suicide Part A & Part B - Nov 2020 HDSB
- UMAB ~ Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour ~ Yearly Certification
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Monck Public School ~ Intermediate 6/7 & 7/8
TLDSB
09.2022 - Current
Huntsville Public School ~ Resource Literacy Intervention K-8
TLDSB
09.2021 - 06.2022
Educator - Alton Village - Core Intermediate
HDSB
01.2019 - 01.2021
Educator - TIDE Academy - Costa Rica - Grade 8 - 12 Language Arts, U.S. History and Grade 12 Creative Writing
TIDE Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
Educator - Grade 3/4
HDSB
09.2014 - 06.2016
Educator - Tiger Jeet Singh - Grade 5/6
HDSB
09.2014 - 06.2015
Educator - Mohawk Gardens - Kindergarten
HDSB
09.2013 - 06.2014
Educator - Central School 7/8 - Math & Language
HDSB
10.2012 - 05.2013
Educator - 5/6 Wellington Public School, Wellington, AU
Charles Sturt University
01.2010 - 05.2010
Master of Education in Open, Digital, And Distance Education Program - Distance Education
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
McMaster University
Bachelor of Education - Education
Charles Sturt Unviersity
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education - Early Childhood Education
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
HDSB Summer School ~ BTT100 - Information and Communication Technology in Business, Grade 10
HDSB
Presenter - Charles Sturt University: Teaching Presentations
Charles Sturt University
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