Michelle Darch
St. David's
Summary
Experienced educator and social worker that is equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 7
Princess Margaret School
09.2024 - Current
- Equity is for Kids Student Club
- Holiday Open House
- Equitable and Kind Language Programming for Intermediate Division
Learning Resource Teacher
Orchard Park
03.2021 - 06.2024
- Frequently act as Teacher In Charge (TIC)
- EQAO Small group Instruction and Coordinator
- Parent Council Teacher Liaison
- Steering Committee for School Improvement Plan
- Health and Safety Representative, complete monthly reports
- Designated Concussion Management Team
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 7/8
Orchard Park
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Teacher In Charge (TIC)
- Intermediate Division Lead
- Health and Safety Rep
- Designated Concussion Management Team
- Staff Resource Book Club
- Grit and resilience with a focus on Math Problem Solving in Intermediate Division (L.I.P)
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 5/6
James Morden Public School
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Teacher In Charge (TIC)
- Health and Safety Rep
- ETFO Rep
- Colour House/ I MATTER Groups
Primary/Junior Teacher, Grade 3/4
Heximer Public School
09.2012 - 01.2016
- Teacher In Charge (TIC)
- Designated Concussion Management Team
- Mental Health Liaison
- Breakfast Club Coordinator
Junior Teacher, Grade 5/6
James Morden Public School
09.2010 - 01.2011
- Acting VP during transitional placement of a new VP
Group Facilitator/Counsellor
Family Counselling Centre, Family and Children's Services
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Facilitated weekly group activities for women and children (ages 4-16) who experienced abuse within their homes
Community Worker/Social Worker
STRIVE (Adolescent's Family Support Services of Niagara)
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Supported pregnant and parenting adolescents in becoming successful students and parents, through the collaborative efforts of the school board, social and health agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
Brock University
01.2008
Bachelor of Arts Honors - Psychology Degree
Brock University
01.2005
Skills
- Effective parent-teacher communication, liaison between community resources, medical professionals, teachers, administration and special ed consultants
- Managed documentation related to exceptional and at-risk students including referrals, assessments, third party reports, and record keeping;
- Engaged in the development and ongoing review of IEP's, PBSP, Safety Plans
- Implemented and Recommended Behavior management strategies to parents, staff and administration
- Effective Conflict resolution strategies with parents, staff and students
- Group and individual instructional strategies and implementation for EQAO
- Developed and implemented many tailored instructional strategies, differentiated teaching methods, and ongoing assessments to drive student success and demonstrate the power of personalized supports
Additional Qualifications
- Equitable and Inclusive Classrooms, Part One, 05/01/24
- Math Specialist, 05/01/18
- Special Ed Specialist, 05/01/17
- TRIBES training, 01/01/14
- TRIBES training, 01/01/17
- TRIBES training, 01/01/19
- Senior Social Studies AQ Course, 07/01/09
- Intermediate Drama AQ Course, 07/01/08
Additional Related Experience
- Group Facilitator/Counsellor, Side by Side Program, Family Counselling Centre, Family and Children's Services, St. Catharines, 01/01/06, 01/01/10, Facilitated weekly group activities for women and children (ages 4-16) who experienced abuse within their homes
- Community Worker/Social Worker, STRIVE (Adolescent's Family Support Services of Niagara), St. Catharines, 01/01/05, 01/01/07, Supported pregnant and parenting adolescents in becoming successful students and parents, through the collaborative efforts of the school board, social and health agencies.
Leadership Experience
- Principal's Qualification Program - Part Two, 05/01/22
- Aspiring Leaders, 01/01/24
- Principal's Qualification Program - Part One, 05/01/19
Timeline
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 7
Princess Margaret School
09.2024 - Current
Learning Resource Teacher
Orchard Park
03.2021 - 06.2024
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 7/8
Orchard Park
09.2018 - 01.2021
Intermediate Teacher, Grade 5/6
James Morden Public School
09.2016 - 01.2018
Primary/Junior Teacher, Grade 3/4
Heximer Public School
09.2012 - 01.2016
Junior Teacher, Grade 5/6
James Morden Public School
09.2010 - 01.2011
Group Facilitator/Counsellor
Family Counselling Centre, Family and Children's Services
01.2006 - 01.2010
Community Worker/Social Worker
STRIVE (Adolescent's Family Support Services of Niagara)
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Arts Honors - Psychology Degree
Brock University
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
Brock University
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