Meredith Dalziel
North Vancouver,BC
Summary
With diverse teaching experiences and over ten years in elementary education, I transition into various classroom environments with ease. I am passionate about providing quality education, and aim to make a meaningful impact in every classroom I enter. Leveraging a comprehensive understanding of curriculum and instructional techniques, I facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences. Known for fostering positive relationships with students, staff, and parents, I'm deeply committed to promoting academic growth and nurturing young learners' development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Physical Education Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2022.09 - Current
- Develop and implement lessons that are tailored to support the BC physical education curriculum, fostering the students' physical development and promoting healthy lifestyles.
- Utilize differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring all students actively participate and achieve individual fitness goals.
- Organize and facilitate extracurricular activities and events to enrich students' educational experiences and promote holistic development.
Grade One Support Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2022.09 - Current
- Provide one-on-one support to students, assisting them in staying current with class activities, completing assigned tasks, and meeting academic expectations.
Drama Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.09 - 2021.04
- Established a safe and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable expressing their emotions and ideas in partner, group, and whole-class settings.
- Designed and implemented structured units and lessons that provided a cohesive learning experience for Grades 3 to 5 students, ensuring progression in their understanding and mastery of drama concepts.
- Updated the Atlas program to incorporate newly created drama curriculum, enabling future drama teachers to seamlessly integrate the program into their instruction and maintain consistency across grade levels.
C.A.R.E Primary Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.09 - 2021.04
- Taught our character education program, also known as CARE (Confident, Authentic, Respectful, Empathetic), through the use of strengths-based themes in social-emotional learning.
- Implemented lessons and activities that fostered personal and interpersonal understanding, facilitating the development of skills in emotional expression and regulation, empathy, and character strengthening.
COVID Grade Two Online Learning Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.03 - 2020.06
- Developed innovative Seesaw lessons to enhance remote learning experiences, ensuring sustained student engagement throughout virtual instruction.
- Established a secure, stimulating, and enjoyable online atmosphere to maintain student connectivity and promote a positive learning environment amidst challenging circumstances.
Art Assistant
West Point Grey Academy
2019.04 - 2019.06
- Assisted students with art projects by offering guidance for skill development, while encouraging them to showcase their unique expressions.
- Ensured a tidy and organized classroom environment, promoting an atmosphere conducive to productivity and creativity for all students.
Grade One Homeroom Teacher (Medical Leave)
West Point Grey Academy
2018.02 - 2018.05
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students while their homeroom teacher was on medical leave.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs while incorporating exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Grade Three Homeroom Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2010.09 - 2016.09
- Implemented classroom management techniques that promoted positive behavior and a sense of responsibility among students, creating a supportive and inclusive classroom culture that fostered respect, collaboration, and a love for learning.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies and resources to create a stimulating classroom environment that encouraged active participation and critical thinking among students, while tailoring lessons to accomodate the diverse learners and needs in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to support students' individual learning needs and create a cohesive educational experience.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
York University
Toronto, ON09.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Minor in Social Justice & Peace
University of Western Ontario
London, ON06.2004
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Student Assessment
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Classroom Organization
Timeline
Primary Physical Education Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2022.09 - Current
Grade One Support Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2022.09 - Current
Drama Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.09 - 2021.04
C.A.R.E Primary Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.09 - 2021.04
COVID Grade Two Online Learning Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2020.03 - 2020.06
Art Assistant
West Point Grey Academy
2019.04 - 2019.06
Grade One Homeroom Teacher (Medical Leave)
West Point Grey Academy
2018.02 - 2018.05
Grade Three Homeroom Teacher
West Point Grey Academy
2010.09 - 2016.09
Bachelor of Education -
York University
Bachelor of Arts - Minor in Social Justice & Peace
University of Western Ontario
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