Lisa Sebbio
New Lowell,ON
Summary
Passionate elementary guidance counsellor with experience implementing instructional strategies that support students in the development of their individual education plans and goal setting. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments including virtual classrooms. Strong leadership and presentation skills, Highly skilled at performing independently or as member of team. Hardworking energetic individual with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Teacher; Primary Special Education
Toronto District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Elementary Itinerant Guidance Counsellor
Toronto District School Board
09.2011 - 06.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Additional Qualification - Guidance And Career Education Specialist
York University
Toronto, ON07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Sociology
York University
Toronto, ON04.2004
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Technology Integration
- Public Speaking
- Faculty Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Learning Assessments
- Student Needs Assessment
- Team building
- Active listening
- Interpersonal skills
- Professional development
- Effective communication
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Feedback implementation
- Instructional design
- Collaborative learning
- Creative problem-solving
- Online Teaching
- Classroom Technology
- Parent Communication
- Schedule Management
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management Abilities
- Analytical Thinking
Timeline
Virtual Teacher; Primary Special Education
Toronto District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2021
Elementary Itinerant Guidance Counsellor
Toronto District School Board
09.2011 - 06.2020
Additional Qualification - Guidance And Career Education Specialist
York University
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Sociology
York University
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