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Sandy Ton

Keswick,ON

Summary

Passionate and dedicated educator seeking a position as an occasional classroom teacher in the primary/junior divisions, bringing a strong foundation in classroom management, effective communication, and adaptability to create a positive learning environment

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher (JK-SK)

St. Angela (TCDSB)
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Implemented engaging play-based activities, including learning stations, group work, and worksheets
  • Assisted the mentor teacher in various responsibilities, such as facilitating morning circles, reading stories, and supervising outdoor activities
  • Conducted lessons that applied basic concepts to real-world contexts such as Earth Day
  • Developed student-centered lesson plans for "The Three Little Pigs," incorporating art projects and writing exercises to make learning both enjoyable and educational.

Student Teacher - Grade 3/4

St. Columba (TCDSB)
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Co-planned and taught alongside the mentor teacher, as well as independently, in various subjects, including science, math, and media literacy lessons
  • Implemented several digital tools for instruction, such as Kahoot, Youtube
  • Developed and taught a two-week unit on Fraction math to third and fourth-grade students
  • Created and guided students in the completion of various mathematics worksheets
  • Assessed students’ learning about the Fraction unit through math quizzes and tests
  • Planned and executed the Homework club during lunchtime on Mondays and Tuesdays for grade 3 and grade 4 students
  • Attended Parent-Teacher Conferences and Professional Activity.

Occasional ECE

Toronto Catholic District School Board (ON.)
09.2014 - Current
  • Partnered with the classroom teacher to plan appropriate activities for developing skills in literacy, numeracy, and cognition
  • Worked collaboratively with the teachers and staff
  • Monitored and assisted children during learning times, snack, and lunchtimes, washroom routines, dressing, and outdoor play
  • Observed children for signs of learning disabilities or emotional problems
  • Reported the progress or problems of children to the teacher
  • Performed other duties as required.

Long-Term Occasional ECE

St Lawrence (TCDSB)
09.2016 - 06.2018
  • Cooperated with the classroom teacher to develop play-based activities for children
  • Led children in learning experiences aligned with the Catholic curriculum to promote their cognitive, social, and emotional development
  • Provided supervision and age-appropriate programming for students as part of the extended-day program as required
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising the children during all program times
  • Set up a Catholic classroom (e.g., material organization, display children’s works in the classroom, etc.)

Kindergarten ECE, Before and After School

Lake Simcoe Public School (Keswick, ON.)
09.2012 - 06.2014
  • Prepared classroom materials and maintained clean, safe facilities and equipment
  • Engaged children in a variety of activities, including snacks, homework, group games, gym time, playground time, and arts & crafts
  • Communicated with parents weekly to maintain communication of the child’s progress
  • Participated in recommended training programs, conferences, and other aspects of professional growth, maintaining current knowledge of early childhood practice.

Supply ECE

Blue Wave Childcare Centre (Toronto, ON.)
05.2012 - 09.2012
  • Supervised and assisted children in daily activities
  • Helped create a child-centered learning environment for infants, toddlers, preschool children
  • Prepared and served meals
  • Performed cleaning duties and kept a tidy classroom.

Education

Bachelors of Education Degree Primary, Junior -

York University
04.2024

Honours Bachelor of Child Development Degree -

Seneca College
04.2022

Diploma of Early Childhood Educator -

Centennial College
04.2012

Certificate of Personal Support Worker -

George Brown College
04.2010

Skills

  • Ability to maintain a caring and positive learning environment, ensuring effective classroom discipline and behavior management
  • Demonstrate flexibility and quick adaptation to different classroom settings, teaching styles, and grade levels
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate learning activities to meet individual and group needs of all students
  • Demonstrate patience when working with students of different abilities and behaviors, understanding that each student is unique
  • Strong ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators, fostering a supportive learning environment
  • Utilize technology to enhance instruction and increase students’ critical thinking skills
  • Excellent time management skills, work ethic and reliability
  • Strong sense of professionalism, including punctuality, appropriate dress, and adherence to school policies and procedures
  • Establish and maintain effective and cooperative teamwork

Languages

Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual

Related Experience

Personal Support Worker

O’Connor Nursing Home (Toronto, ON.)    April 2010 - August 2010

  • Provided Personal Support care to clients; including transferring, lifting, bathing, feeding, and personal care.
  • Wrote and submitted client reports according to established procedures.

Machine Operator

Specialties Graphic Finishers Ltd (Scarborough, ON.)  2003-2008

  • Operated binder, drilling, and stitching machines.
  • Completed monthly inventory.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher - Grade 3/4

St. Columba (TCDSB)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Student Teacher (JK-SK)

St. Angela (TCDSB)
01.2023 - 05.2023

Long-Term Occasional ECE

St Lawrence (TCDSB)
09.2016 - 06.2018

Occasional ECE

Toronto Catholic District School Board (ON.)
09.2014 - Current

Kindergarten ECE, Before and After School

Lake Simcoe Public School (Keswick, ON.)
09.2012 - 06.2014

Supply ECE

Blue Wave Childcare Centre (Toronto, ON.)
05.2012 - 09.2012

Bachelors of Education Degree Primary, Junior -

York University

Honours Bachelor of Child Development Degree -

Seneca College

Diploma of Early Childhood Educator -

Centennial College

Certificate of Personal Support Worker -

George Brown College

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