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Melissa Donich

Victoria,BC

Summary

Experienced and caring teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with families and colleagues.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

SD61
Victoria, British Columbia
10.2018 - Current
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans, and providing additional support to students.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behaviour and performance in the classroom.
  • Modified instructional materials as needed for specific learning needs.

Grade 6/7 Teacher

Ahousaht Education Authority
Ahousat, British Columbia
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Covering a maternity leave for a 6th/7th grade class in Math, Science, and English.
  • Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
  • Organized and supervised class projects, and field trips.
  • Lived and worked in a remote indigenous community off the coast of Tofino, B.C.

Grade 8 Teacher, French as a Second Language

SD61
Victoria, British Columbia
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans that integrated technology into the curriculum.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to motivate student success.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Environmental Education And Communication

Royal Roads University
Victoria, BC
09.2021

French As A Second Language - French

Université Francois Rabelais
Tours, France
12.2017

Professional Development Program - Elementary Education

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
07.2017

Skills

  • BC Teaching Certification
  • Fluent in French and English
  • Proficient in Microsoft, Google
  • Clear Public Speaking Skills
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Emergency First Aid CPR

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional

References

  • Virginia Redden, Teacher, Ahousaht, vredden@westshore.brookes.org
  • Aaron Maxwell, Principal, Rockheights Middle School, amaxwell@sd61.bc.ca
  • Christina Pelletier, Vice Principal, School District 61, cpelletier@sd61.bc.ca

Timeline

Grade 6/7 Teacher

Ahousaht Education Authority
04.2023 - 09.2024

Grade 8 Teacher, French as a Second Language

SD61
09.2022 - 04.2023

Substitute Teacher, K-12

SD61
10.2018 - Current

Master of Arts - Environmental Education And Communication

Royal Roads University

French As A Second Language - French

Université Francois Rabelais

Professional Development Program - Elementary Education

Simon Fraser University
Melissa Donich