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Sam A. Opaleye

Toronto,ON

Summary

Accomplished and experienced Education professional well-versed in training and development of teachers to optimize student learning and achievement. Dedicated leader with thorough understanding of teaching and learning methods and instructional strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Coordinator

Toronto District School Board
09.2021 - Current
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Developed community programming events and other whole-school activities designed to improve student engagement and educational outcomes.
  • Tracked educational program progress to identify strengths and opportunities for growth.
  • Managed budgets and resources for various educational programs.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.

Educational Coordinator

Maple Leaf International School, CHN
09.2018 - 07.2021
  • Organized and led workshops, seminars, and other programs, promoting professional growth and development for teachers.
  • Planned and revised staff and student schedules to meet the Ministry of Education guidelines.
  • Identified educational needs and collaborated with leadership team in developing school improvement initiatives.
  • Created safe and inclusive work environment to promote positive teaching and learning experiences for teachers and students.

Head of Physical and Health Education

Toronto District School Board
09.2015 - 08.2018
  • Educated teachers on health and wellness teaching strategies to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate it in everyday life.
  • Organized and led whole-school health and well events that helped to boost students' well-being.
  • Responsible for making budget decisions to equitably address areas of need in the Physical and Health department.
  • Organized and directed several extracurricular activities and special events in and out of the school.

Science and Mathematics Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2012 - 08.2015
  • Developed student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school competitions.
  • Designed innovative and interactive science and math curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
  • Created interactive programs to engage student interest and curiosity in mathematical concepts.

Special Education Teacher

Toronto District School Board (Brookview MS)
09.2011 - 08.2012
  • Designed Individual Education Plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs, to promote student achievement.
  • Coordinated Special Education students and teacher schedules to provide additional support for a range of neurodiverse students.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Mathematics Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2010 - 08.2011
  • Designed engaging math lessons that encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving that helped students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve students' math decoding skills.

Middle School Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2008 - 08.2010
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities that covered a wide range of required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in innovative and interesting ways.
  • Created engaging curriculum designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.

Education

Master of Education - Educational Administration

Queen's University
Kingston, ON
04.2024

No Degree - Principal Qualification Part 2

Queen’s University
Kingston, ON
04.2024

No Degree - Principal Qualifications Part 1

Queen’s University
Kingston, ON
12.2023

Bachelor of Education - Education

York University
Toronto, ON
05.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology And Health Sciences

York University
Toronto, ON
05.2006

Skills

  • Educational Leadership & Administration
  • Curriculum Coordination
  • Teacher Training
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Learning & Development
  • Classroom Management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Middle School Coordinator

Toronto District School Board
09.2021 - Current

Educational Coordinator

Maple Leaf International School, CHN
09.2018 - 07.2021

Head of Physical and Health Education

Toronto District School Board
09.2015 - 08.2018

Science and Mathematics Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2012 - 08.2015

Special Education Teacher

Toronto District School Board (Brookview MS)
09.2011 - 08.2012

Mathematics Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2010 - 08.2011

Middle School Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2008 - 08.2010

Master of Education - Educational Administration

Queen's University

No Degree - Principal Qualification Part 2

Queen’s University

No Degree - Principal Qualifications Part 1

Queen’s University

Bachelor of Education - Education

York University

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology And Health Sciences

York University

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