Sarah Bishop
Kincardine,Canada
Summary
Primary/Junior Teacher with over two decades of experience in education, demonstrating strong leadership and collaborative skills within the Bluewater District School Board. Adept at developing personalized learning plans and fostering inclusive educational environments, leveraging expertise in problem-solving, adaptability, and student engagement. Committed to mentoring and supporting educators, enhancing school initiatives, and driving measurable improvements in student success.
Experienced with developing and implementing individualized learning plans. Utilizes collaborative approaches to align educational strategies with student needs. Knowledge of diverse instructional techniques to enhance student engagement and success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
LEARNING RESOURCE TEACHER/SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Bluewater District School Board
09.2019 - Current
- Develop personalized plans, enhancing engagement and addressing diverse learning needs.
- Analyze data to identify gaps, implementing targeted interventions for measurable success.
- Support students with developmental challenges, fostering inclusive education and skill growth.
- Partner with teachers and parents to create comprehensive Individual Education Plans, ensuring seamless support for students with special needs.
LEAD TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Bluewater District School Board
09.2017 - Current
- Mentor new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum development.
- Foster strong partnerships with parents and colleagues, creating a supportive network to holistically address student needs.
- Address behaviour concerns, contact parents, and support classrooms when principal is absent.
PRIMARY TEACHER
Bluewater District School Board
09.2002 - Current
- Design collaborative curriculum plans enhancing educational quality with measurable results
- Participate in school initiatives improving learning outcomes and fostering community
- Partner with educators to implement strategies that elevate student engagement and success
- Create an inclusive classroom environment, nurturing students' social-emotional growth. Provide tailored support for diverse learning abilities and backgrounds.
- Foster strong partnerships with parents and colleagues, creating a supportive network that significantly enhances student success.
Education
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION -
Windsor University
Windsor, ON04.2002
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
The University of Western Ontario
London, ON04.2000
Skills
- Inclusive practices
- Individualized education plans
- Effective classroom management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Emotional support
- Lesson planning
- Positive role model
- Experienced in effective communication techniques
- Targeted group instruction
- Data collection
- Effective communication with coworkers, parents and students
- Effective team collaboration
COURSES
- KINDERGARTEN Queen’s University Sep 2008 - Jan 2009
- SPECIAL EDUCATION, PART 1 Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Jul 2019 - Aug 2019
- MATHEMATICS, PRIMARY AND JUNIOR, PART 1 Brock University Oct 2020 - Feb 2021
- TEACHING STUDENTS WITH COMMUNICATION NEEDS (AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER) Brock University Feb 2021 - Jun 2021
- TEACHING STUDENTS WITH BEHAVIOURAL NEEDS Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Feb 2024 - Apr 2024
- SPECIAL EDUCATION, PART 2 Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Apr 2024 - Jun 2024
- SPECIAL EDUCATION, SPECIALIST Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Jul 2024 - Aug 2024
Additional Qualifications
Kindergarten AQ - Queen's University 2009
Special Education Part 1 - ETFO 2019
Mathematics, Primary and Junior Part 1 - Brock University 2021
Teaching Students with Communication Needs (Autism Spectrum Disorder) - Brock University 2021
Teaching Students with Behavioural Needs - ETFO 2021
Special Education Part 2 - ETFO April 2024
Special Education Specialist - ETFO June 2024
Kindergarten Part 2 - ETFO April 2025
Kindergarten Specialist - ETFO June 2025
Timeline
LEARNING RESOURCE TEACHER/SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Bluewater District School Board
09.2019 - Current
LEAD TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Bluewater District School Board
09.2017 - Current
PRIMARY TEACHER
Bluewater District School Board
09.2002 - Current
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
The University of Western Ontario
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION -
Windsor University