Micheline Findlay
Sault Ste. Marie,ON
Summary
Accomplished Language Skills Teacher with a proven track record at Local Language Training (LLT), enhancing federal employees' language proficiency through tailored instruction and data-driven strategies. Expert in differentiated instruction and emotional support, significantly improving learner outcomes. Skilled in both verbal and nonverbal communication, ensuring diverse student needs are met with a growth mindset.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Skills Teacher
Local Language Training (LLT)
2020.08 - 2022.10
- Provided one-on-one support for federal public service employees, enabling them to excel in their proficiency in either official language.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of each adult learner
- Assessed adult learner progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, guiding instructional decisions and targeted interventions.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for individual students and tailored lesson plans accordingly, leading to increased proficiency.
- Developed differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, resulting in improved performance.
Teacher
Centre D'éducation et De Formation Pour Adultes
2018.09 - 2020.06
- Taught nutrition and cooking skills to adult learners seeking to improve their French language skills and develop healthy eating habits.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each adult learner had an equal opportunity for success.
- Graded and evaluated student course work.
- Assessed adult learner performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Catholique Du Nouvel Ontario
1986.09 - 2016.06
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Université D'Ottawa
Ottawa06.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Université Laurentienne
Sudbury06.1985
Skills
- Growth Mindset
- Teaching strategies
- Subject matter expertise
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Emotional Support
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Student Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Life Skills Instruction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Language Skills Teacher
Local Language Training (LLT)
2020.08 - 2022.10
Teacher
Centre D'éducation et De Formation Pour Adultes
2018.09 - 2020.06
Teacher
Conseil Scolaire Catholique Du Nouvel Ontario
1986.09 - 2016.06
Bachelor of Education -
Université D'Ottawa
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Université Laurentienne
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