Prudence Bryan-Smith
Roseneath,ON
Summary
Knowledgeable TESL-certified educator specializing in learner-centered ESL instruction for diverse populations. Expertise includes PBLA-informed assessment, differentiated teaching strategies, and online education. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that enhance student engagement and independence. Strong communication and adaptability skills, complemented by training in PBLA and Avenue/LINC programming.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Kingsway College
Oshawa, Ontario
10.2024 - 06.2026
- Designed and delivered engaging, student-centred learning experiences aligned with curriculum expectations and diverse student learning needs.
- Developed curriculum and instructional materials that fostered critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and independent learning among students.
- Used differentiated instructional strategies to support students with varying abilities, learning styles, interests, and levels of readiness.
- Established positive classroom relationships and a respectful learning environment where students felt supported, challenged, and motivated to succeed.
- Monitored and assessed student learning, provided feedback, and adapted instruction to meet diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes.
- Integrated experiential learning opportunities that connected academic concepts to real-world applications, enriching student understanding and engagement.
- Supported students in developing organization, communication, problem-solving, self-management, and other skills essential for post-secondary success.
- Collaborated with colleagues and school leadership to support student achievement, school initiatives, and a strong sense of community.
- Participated actively in school events, extracurricular activities, meetings, professional development, and broader school-community initiatives.
LINC/ESL Teacher
Durham District School Board
Oshawa, ON
01.2012 - 09.2024
- Delivered learner-centred ESL instruction designed to meet the diverse language-learning needs, goals, backgrounds, and proficiency levels of adult learners.
- Designed and adapted lesson plans, instructional materials, activities, and assessments to support practical English language development and measurable learner progress.
- Applied Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) principles to monitor learner progress, provide meaningful feedback, and support achievement of language-learning goals.
- Utilized formative assessment and ongoing observation to identify learner strengths and needs, adapting instruction to provide targeted support.
- Created a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that encouraged adult learners to participate actively, build confidence, and develop greater independence.
- Integrated authentic, real-world tasks and communication activities to develop learners’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills for everyday, workplace, community, and academic contexts.
- Delivered instruction in virtual and technology-supported learning environments, maintaining learner engagement through interactive activities, discussion, collaboration, and individualized support.
- Created digital instructional resources and tailored learning materials for diverse learning styles and proficiency levels, enhancing accessibility and engagement.
- Provided individualized guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback to help learners identify progress, overcome challenges, and establish achievable learning goals.
- Maintained accurate learner documentation, assessment information, attendance records, progress information, and other instructional records in accordance with program requirements.
- Partnered with colleagues to create instructional resources and share effective practices, addressing learner needs and improving overall program delivery.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting instructional approaches, technology, lesson pacing, and learning activities in response to changing learner and program requirements.
- Continued professional development in TESL, PBLA, and Avenue-based LINC/ESL practices to strengthen instructional effectiveness and learner outcomes.
Pre-School Instructor
City of Brampton
Brampton, Canada
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Utilized play and interactive “center-based” activities to develop language and vocabulary, letter recognition, numbers and improve social skills.
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements that improved children's letter printing and sound recognition.
- Planned and organized activities, including movement, dance, singing, games, arts and nature activities.
- Communicated daily with parents to provide updates on children's social and emotional development, fostering strong home-school connections.
- Resolved problems and concerns in the classroom by applying problem-solving techniques.
- Ensured that the health and safety of the children and staff is maintained at all times through diligently monitoring and observing the company’s safe regulations.
- Worked with wide cultural diversity by implementing strategies to engage students in culturally sensitive active learning or major disciplinary issues.
- Brampton, Ontario
ESL Instructor (Volunteer)
Muslim Community Services
Brampton, Canada
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Developed task-oriented lesson plans and theme-based activities aligned with LINC curriculum, enhancing engagement and language acquisition
- Taught and managed ESL conversation and grammar classes for 14+ adult learners, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Brampton
Education
TESL Diploma -
Canadian College of Educators
MississaugaBachelor of Arts -
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON 09.1998 - 04.2004
Skills
- Adult ESL Instruction
- Learner-Centred Instruction
- Curriculum Design
- Curriculum development
- Formative & Ongoing Assessment
- PBLA training
- Online & Virtual Instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Student/Adult Learner Support
- Secondary Education Certification
- Google Classroom
- Schoology
- Power School
- Microsoft Office
- Google Classroom, etc
Timeline
High School Teacher
Kingsway College
10.2024 - 06.2026
LINC/ESL Teacher
Durham District School Board
01.2012 - 09.2024
ESL Instructor (Volunteer)
Muslim Community Services
01.2010 - 12.2010
Pre-School Instructor
City of Brampton
01.2009 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Toronto
09.1998 - 04.2004
TESL Diploma -
Canadian College of Educators