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Leanne Castorina

Scarborough,ON

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with a strong belief in the potential of our young people to do great things.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Mindfulness Facilitator

TCDSB
06.2017 - Current


  • Incorporates mindfulness practices and techniques into classroom learning to enhance each lesson and help students build valuable life skills.
  • Is able to blend mindfulness based techniques and practices into Christian Meditation ( attended training with TCDSB 2022/2023)
  • Facilitated professional development day this February 2024 as part of LOYOL series in collaboration with Mindfulness Everyday (a local charitable organization)
  • Has led school staff in mindfulness and Christian Meditation practices during PD Days and staff meetings
  • Regularly includes mindfulness based practices and techniques when leading the whole school community in weekly morning prayers.

Classroom Teacher

Senator O'Connor College School - TCDSB
08.2004 - Current
  • Plans and facilitates rich and meaningful lessons in Religious Education and English courses.
  • Frequently assesses students' learning and adjusts course programming and instruction tools based on students' needs.
  • Develops and implements evaluation tools that are engaging for students and include their own input and voice.
  • Offers frequent opportunity for small group learning activities to nurture the value of peer to peer skill building and social development.
  • Communicates students' progress regularly with students, parents/caregivers, and appropriate staff members to best support the students.

Sacred Movement Facilitator

Reach Yoga
07.2019 - Current


  • Have run a meditation circle for women that incorporates mindfulness, mediation, and yoga practices as well as other wellness techniques.
  • Continues to actively learn and grow within the Reach Yoga community.
  • Have developed invaluable life skills and self care practices to nurture and strong and balanced career.
  • Continues to take courses and workshops to add more tools and practices to my repertoire.
  • Supports and is supported by a strong community of like minded individuals who come together with a shared sense of gratitude and wonder.

RCMC Facilitator Training Part I

TCDSB
03.2024 - Current


  • Participated in Resolution Conference and Mediation Circles Facilitator Training (Part I)
  • Further developed my skill set to help students, parents/caregivers come to a better understanding around conflicts that arise.
  • Intend to make good use of this training to be of service within the school board when conflicts arise.
  • Has inspired me to bring what I have learned through this training to the Safe and Accepting School Team that I am a part of.
  • Have discussed this valuable training with administration team and school CYW as an effective strategy and tool to implement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

OISE - U of T
252 Bloor St. West
06.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Combined Honours English / History

Glendon College - York University
2275 Bayview Ave.
06.2002

Skills

  • Has effective classroom management tools
  • Creates a welcoming and safe learning environment
  • Nurtures an opportunity to connect to the sacred and the divine in all lessons
  • Encourages students to be active participants in their own learning
  • Incorporates technology into lessons and programming in a meaningful and useful way
  • Has strong intrapersonal skills and enjoys being part of a community
  • Creates opportunities for all students to meet their learning goals in a way that truly honours their strengths and abilities through the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
  • Enjoys being in a leadership role and thrives on collaboration with other staff members to benefit the whole school community

Timeline

RCMC Facilitator Training Part I

TCDSB
03.2024 - Current

Sacred Movement Facilitator

Reach Yoga
07.2019 - Current

Mindfulness Facilitator

TCDSB
06.2017 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Senator O'Connor College School - TCDSB
08.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Education

OISE - U of T

Bachelor of Arts - Combined Honours English / History

Glendon College - York University

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