Mary Lou Comeau
Upper Blackville,NB
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student achievement and classroom engagement at ASDS and ASDN. Specializes in differentiated instruction and classroom management, enhancing academic growth through innovative teaching strategies and strong relationship building. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and effective communication, consistently improving learning outcomes.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Teacher
ASDS
11.2015 - 05.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Resource & Methods Teacher
ASDS
09.1984 - 06.2014
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among all learners.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall teaching quality within the school.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining consistent communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement and tailor teaching methods accordingly for increased student achievement.
Auxiliary Teacher
ASDN
08.1982 - 06.1984
- Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.
Education
Bachelor of Education Certificate IV - Special Education
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB05.1982
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- IEP development
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Inclusion Strategies
- Classroom Organization
- Emotional Support
- Collaborative Teaching
- Visual supports
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Modifications
- Instructional Strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Data Collection
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Support
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Parent Communication
- Positive Role Model
- Parent communications
- Lesson Planning
- Social Skills Development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Motivating students
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Team Collaboration
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Assessment administration
- Literacy development
- Instructional technology
- Sensory Integration
- Social Skills Training
- Teaching strategies
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Supply Teacher
ASDS
11.2015 - 05.2024
Resource & Methods Teacher
ASDS
09.1984 - 06.2014
Auxiliary Teacher
ASDN
08.1982 - 06.1984
Bachelor of Education Certificate IV - Special Education
University of New Brunswick
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