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Natalie Dummitt

Peterborough

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with valuable experience at KPRDSB with a focus on instructional leadership and curriculum development. Instrumental in implementing trauma-informed practices and successfully securing over $12,000 in grant funding for student nutrition programs. Proficient in data analysis and equity strategy formulation, contributing to significant improvements in early literacy and inclusive learning environments. Committed to advancing educational excellence through supporting collaborative cultures and strong relationships.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice-Principal, Westmount P.S.

KPRDSB
Peterborough
01.2024 - Current
  • Encouraged implementation of evidence-based instructional strategies by reviewing current teaching practices within the school.
  • Facilitated ongoing staff meetings focused on developing CRRP techniques.
  • Assessed student behavior trends and collaborated with staff to develop school-wide norms.
  • Created and monitored support staff schedules, teaching staff schedules, IEPs, report cards, health and safety protocols, and weekly newsletters.
  • Facilitated staff education on implementing Trauma-informed strategies with a focus on EDI and Mental Health initiatives.
  • Established dedicated prayer space.
  • Coordinated daily staffing for occasional teachers.
  • Coordinated EQAO and facilitated literacy screener process.
  • Worked alongside primary educators and our literacy coach to execute full UFLI adoption.

Vice-Principal - Prince of Wales P.S.

KPRDSB
Peterborough
02.2021 - 12.2023
  • Supported and initiated a pilot project to introduce school-wide trauma-informed practices.
  • Guided staff in adopting trauma-informed practices through structured training, emphasizing classroom organization and pedagogy, with a focus on CRRP.
  • Cultivated an inclusive environment celebrating diverse backgrounds and cultural identities.
  • Monitored learning environments to determine impactful practices and recommend growth opportunities in early literacy.
  • Provided instructional leadership to staff in the areas of language and math curriculum development, assessment practices, and professional growth activities.
  • Secured grant funding exceeding $12,000 to support the implementation of a daily hot breakfast program for students.
  • Tracked academic progress over time by analyzing school data to inform school improvement planning.

Teaching Experience

KPRDSB, ODSB, PDSB,
  • Peel District School Board: Grades 6/7/8: Rotary Homeroom, Instrumental Music
  • Ottawa District School Board: Grade 9-12: Locally Developed English, Instrumental Music, History, Civics, Learning Strategies, Art. General Learning Program (LLS), Autism Program
  • Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board: Year 1 - Grade 6: Special Education Resource Teacher, Self-Regulation Class, Grade 7, Rotary Music, Primary Planning

Education

PPQ1, PPQ2 -

Trent University

Primary -

Queen's University
Toronto

Intermediate/Senior: Instrumental Music; History; Social Sciences -

Queen's University

Special Education Specialist -

Queen's University

Music Specialist -

Queen's University

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Trauma-informed practices
  • Equity strategies
  • Program development

Timeline

Vice-Principal, Westmount P.S.

KPRDSB
01.2024 - Current

Vice-Principal - Prince of Wales P.S.

KPRDSB
02.2021 - 12.2023

Teaching Experience

KPRDSB, ODSB, PDSB,

PPQ1, PPQ2 -

Trent University

Primary -

Queen's University

Intermediate/Senior: Instrumental Music; History; Social Sciences -

Queen's University

Special Education Specialist -

Queen's University

Music Specialist -

Queen's University

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