Natasha Spiers
Mistissini,Quebec
Summary
Certified as an educator by the province of Ontario in the Primary/Junior Division. Over six years experience in the role of professional freelance writer, editor and transcriptionist with Duranno International Ministries. Five years of experience teaching at an International School in Seoul, South Korea Extensive experiencing working with children from a wide variety of cultures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer/Editor/Transcriptionist
Duranno International Ministry
02.2016 - Current
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
- Transcribed oral interviews into written documents, ensuring accuracy, clarity and consistency.
- Edited and reviewed a wide array of content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Wrote and created content for various topics, including a one-year column in Sena devotional magazine as well as a variety of articles in both Living Life and Sena devotional magazines.
Teacher
Yongsan International School of Seoul
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Responsible for all areas of curriculum mapping and development, instruction and assessment.
- Actively led several extracurricular activities including swimming and chess club.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators/staff.
- Provided differentiated instruction for general education students as well as individuals with special needs within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom.
English Teacher
Seoul English Village Gwanak
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Responsible for planning and implementing weekly drama programs and language lessons for various kindergarten and elementary level classes.
- Teaching and supporting students in areas of vocabulary building, grammar practice, language acquisition and test preparation; writing bi monthly progress reports.
- Creating and developing various theme classes promoting cultural awareness through the use of comprehension worksheets, games and activities.
Private Tutor
Various
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Responsible for researching suitable material, creating innovative lesson plans, assigning and marking homework and assisting with the understanding of lessons and homework.
- Supported student in the areas of essay writing and editing as well as test and exam preparation.
Instructor
TriArch Educational Services
11.2009 - 05.2010
- Responsible for instructing multiple students simultaneously in a one on one teaching environment for the purpose of Career Retraining.
- Ensured that all Workplace Safety Insurance Board policies and regulations were met.
- Implemented lesson plans for various subject areas including Mathematics, English, ESL, Social Studies and Business.
- Responsible for administering all assignments and tests as well as marking and returning work in a timely manner and discussing feedback.
- Completed monthly reports for each student detailing progress made in all areas including attitude, commitment to the program as well as academic effort and improvement.
Flight Attendant
Air Canada
03.2008 - 08.2008
- Completed an intensive 7-week training program detailing all aspects of emergency procedures and service standards.
- Ensured an exceptionally high standard of customer service was delivered to all passengers before, during and after each flight.
- Responsible for all safety and emergency procedures and demonstrations during flight.
Education
Bachelor of Education - WIth Distinction
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, OntarioBachelor of Arts, Honours - Sociology/French/Religion
University of Toronto
Toronto, OntarioSkills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Developed leadership and organizational skills
- Advanced skills in the areas of creativity, editing, attention to detail and adaptability
- Highly skilled in differentiated instruction, IEP development, rapport building and public speaking
- Excellent critical thinking and classroom management skills
- Conversational French ability
Timeline
Freelance Writer/Editor/Transcriptionist
Duranno International Ministry
02.2016 - Current
Teacher
Yongsan International School of Seoul
09.2012 - 06.2016
English Teacher
Seoul English Village Gwanak
07.2011 - 09.2012
Private Tutor
Various
09.2010 - 07.2011
Instructor
TriArch Educational Services
11.2009 - 05.2010
Flight Attendant
Air Canada
03.2008 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Education - WIth Distinction
University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Arts, Honours - Sociology/French/Religion
University of Toronto
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