Melanie Fenton
Summary
Organized and dependable teacher, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 10 EAL Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Winnipeg Adult Education Centre, Winnipeg, MB
09.2018 - Current
- Prepare classroom and course materials for an adult EAL program to help students improve their English language skills.
- Instruct and assist students in developing proficiency in English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking at the grade 10 level to prepare them for higher level academic study.
- Maintain effective classroom management.
- Create a supportive and positive classroom environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Grade 12 Psychology Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Winnipeg Adult Education Centre, Winnipeg, MB
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Planned and implemented an introductory psychology course at the grade 12 level.
- Planned, prepared and delivered instruction to adult students.
- Lectured about diseases and disorders of the mind and mental state.
Grade 12 Indigenous Studies Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Winnipeg Adult Education Centre, Winnipeg, MB
09.2014 - 06.2018
- Planned and implemented a grade 12 Indigenous Studies course and supported Indigenous students within the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the planning and delivery of cultural and curricular school workshops.
- Developed and collected resources, materials and supports for school educators.
- Assisted with the development of planning and reporting for provincial grants pertaining to Indigenous education (BSSIP - Building Student Success with Indigenous Parents).
- Prepared yearly Indigenous education reports.
- Networked with Indigenous educators and cultural experts.
Grade 9 Basic Literacy & Computer Skills Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Winnipeg Adult Education Centre, Winnipeg, MB
09.2005 - 06.2014
- Planned and implemented an individualized, student-centered basic literacy program for adult students to help them upgrade their reading and writing skills.
- Provided training in communication skills including: academic writing, research writing, public speaking, grammar, vocabulary and spelling.
- Facilitated students in developing basic technology skills including computer keyboarding and word-processing skills.
- Administered on-going assessments and provided regular reports to students.
- Directed the adult education choir and Indigenous hand drum groups to help students acquire English language skills in an experiential context, to build a sense of community, and to integrate Indigenous education into the experiences.
Grade 1 - 6 Physical Education Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Glenelm Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Planned and implemented a child-centered, active, physical education program for grade 1 - 6 students.
- Instructed and supervised various grade 4 - 6 intramural sports programs during lunch periods (i.e., indoor soccer, volleyball, floor hockey, running club, etc.).
- Coached the grade 6 girls' and boys' soccer, volleyball, and basketball teams and supervised at the inter-school sports tournaments throughout the school year.
- Coached the grade 4 - 6 Running Club
- Assisted in the planning of various school events as a member of several school committees.
- Assisted with props and costumes for the winter music concert.
Grade 4/5/6 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Rockwood Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
12.1999 - 04.2003
- Designed and implemented a child-centered, processed-based, thematic program for grade 4 - 6 students.
- Individualized instruction for a wide range of ability levels.
- Implemented an EAL program within the alternative classroom to instruct a group of EAL students from Korea and Brazil.
- Instructed and supervised various activities at grade 4 - 6 camps.
- Planned and organized the grade 6 graduations and co-produced yearbooks and end-of-year PowerPoint photo presentations.
- Worked cooperatively with parent volunteers on a regular basis.
Grade 4/5/6 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Laura Secord Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
01.1999 - 05.1999
- Planned and implemented a child-centered, processed-based, thematic program for grade 4-6 students.
K - 5th Grade Music Teacher
International School Bangkok
Nonthaburi, Thailand
08.1997 - 06.1998
- Planned and implemented a process-based, multicultural music program for international students at an international school in Thailand.
- Organized and directed various school performances and concerts.
- Integrated grade-level curriculum topics within the music program.
- Developed a new curriculum for the K - 5th grade music program.
- Directed, instructed, and conducted the grade 3 choir, and grade 4-5 hand bells choir.
Pre-K - 3rd Grade Music Teacher
Escuela Campo Alegre
Caracas, Venezuela
08.1995 - 06.1997
- Planned and implemented a process-based, multicultural music program at an international school in Venezuela.
- Organized and directed various school performances and concerts.
- Integrated grade-level curriculum topics within the music program.
- Directed, instructed, and conducted the grade 3 - 5 choir and after-school recorder and hand bells clubs.
Grade 3 Teacher
Escuela Campo Alegre
Caracas, Venezuela
08.1994 - 06.1995
- Planned and implemented a child-centered program for grade 3 students at an international school in Venezuela.
- Developed a gifted program for a group of "highly capable" 3rd grade students.
- Designed and implemented the use of Independent Learning Contracts for gifted students in mathematics.
- Developed student tests and teacher surveys to identify gifted students as a member of the gifted program committee.
- Revised, monitored and improved curriculum concepts a as member of the math curriculum improvement committee.
- Instructed the Math Olympiads after-school activity.
Grade 1/2/3 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Earl Grey Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
09.1992 - 06.1994
- Introduced and promoted a new multi-aged program at Earl Grey School.
- Planned cooperatively with the superintendent and principal to educate parents and community about multi-aged education.
- Designed and implemented a child-centered, activity-based thematic program for grade 1 - 3 students.
- Individualized instruction for a wide range of ability levels.
- Trained and worked cooperatively with parent volunteers and built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Grade 1 Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Laura Secord Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
01.1992 - 06.1992
- Planned and implemented a child-centered, thematic program for grade 1 students.
- Worked closely with resource team to individualize instruction.
Special Education Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Faraday Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
04.1991 - 12.1991
- Designed, implemented and taught a group of 6-10 year-old special needs students in a self-contained classroom.
- Developed a behaviour management program for special needs students.
- Managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Grade 4 Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
Faraday Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
12.1990 - 03.1991
Substitute Teacher
Winnipeg, Ft. Garry And St. Vital School Divisions
Winnipeg, MB
09.1990 - 12.1990
Grade 4/5 Teacher
St. Vital School Division
Hastings Elementary School, Winnipeg, MB
06.1990 - 06.1990
Education
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Education -
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB06.2005
Bachelor of Education - Major: English, Minor: Music
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB06.1990
K - 12 Permanent Professional Certificate - Certification
Manitoba Education & Training
Winnipeg, MB06.1990
Timeline
Grade 10 EAL Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.2018 - Current
Grade 12 Psychology Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.2017 - 06.2018
Grade 12 Indigenous Studies Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.2014 - 06.2018
Grade 9 Basic Literacy & Computer Skills Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.2005 - 06.2014
Grade 1 - 6 Physical Education Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.2004 - 06.2005
Grade 4/5/6 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
12.1999 - 04.2003
Grade 4/5/6 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
01.1999 - 05.1999
K - 5th Grade Music Teacher
International School Bangkok
08.1997 - 06.1998
Pre-K - 3rd Grade Music Teacher
Escuela Campo Alegre
08.1995 - 06.1997
Grade 3 Teacher
Escuela Campo Alegre
08.1994 - 06.1995
Grade 1/2/3 Alternative Classroom Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
09.1992 - 06.1994
Grade 1 Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
01.1992 - 06.1992
Special Education Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
04.1991 - 12.1991
Grade 4 Teacher
Winnipeg School Division
12.1990 - 03.1991
Substitute Teacher
Winnipeg, Ft. Garry And St. Vital School Divisions
09.1990 - 12.1990
Grade 4/5 Teacher
St. Vital School Division
06.1990 - 06.1990
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Education -
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Education - Major: English, Minor: Music
University of Manitoba
K - 12 Permanent Professional Certificate - Certification
Manitoba Education & Training