Philippe Fertey
Nelson,BC
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Director
Nelson Waldorf School
Nelson, BC
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Mentored new and continuing teachers.
- Coordinated school-based support teams and managed IEPs.
- Taught on an internal "on call" basis (K-8).
- Collaborated with the Principal to ensure programming compliance with Ministry of Education.
- Facilitated parent meetings and adult education events.
Classroom Teacher
Vancouver Waldorf School
North Vancouver, BC
08.2010 - 07.2018
- Taught main academic subjects from grade 1 to grade 8, with an interdisciplinary focus.
- Fostered with my students a classroom culture of inclusion, inquiry and personal integrity.
- Effectively supported a wide range of students, by contributing to school-based support teams and implementing IEPs.
- Maintained long-lasting, collaborative relationships with students, parents/guardians and colleagues.
Classroom Teacher
Nelson Waldorf School
Nelson, BC
08.2003 - 07.2010
- Taught main academic subjects from grade 3 to grade 8, with an interdisciplinary focus.
- Maintained stable collaborative relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
- Fostered a culture of inclusion and respect for all the learners in my class.
Director of Creative Content
J. Walter Thompson
Detroit, MI
02.2000 - 07.2002
- Developed and wrote digital marketing initiatives for Ford Motor Company.
Associate Creative Director/Writer
InterOne Marketing
Windsor, ON
08.1996 - 01.2002
- Led the creative development of marketing communications for DaimlerChrysler Canada.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of British Columbia
Nelson, BC07.2023
MBA -
York University
Toronto, ON07.1995
BBA -
Northwood University
Midland, MI07.1989
Pedagogical Stance
At the heart of education is the ability to connect with our students, through knowing and understanding
who they are. In this way, the student is the curriculum, guiding us not only with what to teach, but how to teach.
Teacher Training Experience
- Center for Anthroposophy/Renewal, New Hampshire (Summer 2019/2020)
- Rudolf Steiner College Canada, Thornhill, ON (Summer 2017-2020)
- West Coast Institute, Duncan, BC (Summer 2016)
Certification
- Waldorf Teacher Certification, Rudolf Steiner College Canada, 2003
- OFA1 Emergency First Aid, Life Essentials First Aid, 2023
References
- Lorna Fortin, Vancouver Waldorf School, Principal, 604-985-7435, principal@vws.ca
- Diana Finley, Nelson Waldorf School, retired Principal, 250-509-0598, dianafinley3@gmail.com
- Susanne Maguire, Program Lead, UBC-WKTEP, 250-551-1048, susanne.maguire@ubc.ca
Timeline
Education Director
Nelson Waldorf School
08.2019 - 03.2021
Classroom Teacher
Vancouver Waldorf School
08.2010 - 07.2018
Classroom Teacher
Nelson Waldorf School
08.2003 - 07.2010
Director of Creative Content
J. Walter Thompson
02.2000 - 07.2002
Associate Creative Director/Writer
InterOne Marketing
08.1996 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Education -
University of British Columbia
MBA -
York University
BBA -
Northwood University