Lesley Theriault
Fenelon Falls, Ontario, Canada, K0M1N0
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with 20+ years of experience providing a welcoming, respectful and inclusive learning environment to students along their journey towards academic, social and emotional growth. Dedicating my creativity, compassion and enthusiasm to foster a safe, nurturing and inspiring atmosphere where students feel motivated, valued and empowered to pursue their personal and academic goals. Ensuring I know each learner’s interests, talents, strengths, experiences and goals to best support and effectively respond to their diverse identities. Guiding the development of a growth mindset to optimize each and every learning experience, while enjoying the journey together!
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Occasional Teacher
Durham District School Board
01.2021 - Current
- Teach lessons developed by the classroom teacher to students and facilitate their understanding of prescribed topics in all subjects, while meeting the individual learning needs of all students
- Demonstrate strong planning, flexibility and adaptive skills with daily changes in teaching assignments
Kindergarten LTO Teacher, Beaver River P.S.
Durham District School Board
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Fostered a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Worked cohesively with the Designated Early Childhood Educator (DECE) to plan, implement, and assess inquiry-based, play-centered learning experiences aligned with Ontario’s Full-Day Kindergarten program
- Worked collaboratively with paraprofessionals and support staff to deliver inclusive instruction tailored to the diverse learning needs of students
- Delivered engaging instruction using storytelling, play-based learning, provocations, music, and visual arts to enhance student participation and understanding
- Communicated regularly with parents through Seesaw, conferences and newsletters to support each child’s learning journey
Grade 2 LTO Teacher, Sherwood P.S.
Durham District School Board
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed engaging and differentiated lesson plans using the UDL model to meet the diverse learning needs of students
- Implemented various assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback to parents
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and participate in team meetings, professional development, and school events
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and school staff to create a supportive learning environment
Designated Supply Teacher
Durham District School Board
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Fulfilled daily supply assignments for grades 1-8 at various DDSB schools, based on a full time weekly schedule
Literacy Tutor
Durham District School Board
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Administered diagnostic and ongoing reading assessments to students of concern to identify areas of need and next steps in letter name/sound recognition, phonological awareness, decoding, encoding, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension
- Developed and implement individualized comprehensive and structured literacy based lessons to students
- Provided daily, targeted, intensive literacy support and intervention to small groups of students in grades 1 to 8 based on the Structured Literacy Framework
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and implement effective strategies for increased literacy levels
Grade 3/4 LTO Coverage Teacher, DDSB@Home
Durham District School Board
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students lessons via Google Classroom to ensure continuity in their education during Covid
- Instructed lessons and units to seven grade 3 and 4 classes in Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Dance, Health and Music
- Developed a wide range of innovative and purposeful lessons using a variety of instructional strategies which I adapted for each class to meet the needs of all learners
- Ongoing collaboration with homeroom teachers and other coverage teachers to share ideas, resources and strategies
Primary/Junior Homeroom Teacher
Trillium Lakelands District School Board
09.2005 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with students and consulted curriculum documents to develop learning goals and co-create success criteria; provided students with descriptive feedback on tasks
- Valued, invited and utilized students’ voices to enhance learning, develop individual learning goals, measure progress and optimize engagement and motivation
- Conducted ongoing assessment and tracking based on learning goals and success criteria
- Developed and implemented 3 part math lessons
- Provided differentiated instruction and activities through the implementation of open and parallel tasks to address the needs of all learners
- Used high yield teaching practices & strength-based approaches throughout the school day
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans using design down planning and cross curricular integration
- Met with parents/guardians, administrators, counselors and other professionals to identify and address students’ needs
- Utilized professional assessment reports’ recommendations (e.g., occupational therapy, speech and language, psychoeducational assessments) to develop IEP goals and strategies
- Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans for students with learning challenges
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through experiential learning, hands-on activities & field trips
- Shared learning experiences and successes, and collaborated with parents, on an ongoing basis with the use of digital classroom newsletters and secure platforms (e.g., see-saw)
Education
Bachelor of Education -
York University
Faculty of Education, North York, On04-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
North York, On06-1996
Skills
- Certified to teach primary and junior divisions
- Developing individual and class learning profiles & ensure quality instruction according to Response to Intervention Model (RTI) to meet all students’ learning needs
- Positive classroom culture, collaboration & relationship building
- Facilitate the development of self-awareness, self-advocacy and a growth mindset to promote students’ confidence and motivation
- Strong proficiency with Google Applications & Technology
- Utilizing a variety of teaching strategies, including strength-based approaches, whole & small group instruction, cross curricular teaching, and inquiry based learning
- Exceptional, caring and diplomatic communicator with students, parents, and team members
Professional Development
ELAN Summer Conference August, 2023
Instrumental Music, Part 1 04/2023 –06/2023
Structured Literacy Training 09/2022 - 03/2023
Teaching English Language Learners 01/2021 – 03/2021
Timeline
Kindergarten LTO Teacher, Beaver River P.S.
Durham District School Board
09.2024 - 06.2025
Grade 2 LTO Teacher, Sherwood P.S.
Durham District School Board
09.2023 - 06.2024
Designated Supply Teacher
Durham District School Board
03.2023 - 06.2023
Literacy Tutor
Durham District School Board
09.2022 - 03.2023
Grade 3/4 LTO Coverage Teacher, DDSB@Home
Durham District School Board
09.2022 - 06.2023
Occasional Teacher
Durham District School Board
01.2021 - Current
Primary/Junior Homeroom Teacher
Trillium Lakelands District School Board
09.2005 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Education -
York University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
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