SARANIGA UTHAYAKUMAR
Markham,Canada
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with a Master of Teaching from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) in the I/S stream. Passionate about creating engaging and inclusive learning environments that foster student interaction with the French language and culture. Excited to utilize my expertise in curriculum development and multicultural education to facilitate French language acquisition and promote cultural appreciation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary LTO Grade 9, 11, 12 French
York Region District School Board
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
French Teacher International Language Program
Durham Catholic District School Board
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans and interactive activities tailored to students' needs
- Implemented strategies to promote language acquisition and cultural understanding
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and respect
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress
French Tutor
Scholars Education Centre
12.2018 - 01.2025
- Led online and in-person language classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students
- Structured French learning plans around individual assessments and proficiency
- Integrated French lessons into real-life scenarios and role-playing
- Adapted tutoring plans to incorporate students' particular strengths and goals.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
All About Kids Daycare
07.2018 - 01.2025
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
Education
Master of Teaching -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
University of Toronto
04.2022
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organizational Abilities
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Activity-Based Learning
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Technology-Based Strategies
- Problem-Solving Skills
Placements
- Richmond Hill Secondary School 11/2022
- Bill Hogarth Secondary School 02/2023
- Markville Secondary School 04/2024
Additional Qualifications
Guidance and Career Education, Part 1
Teaching and Learning Through e-Learning
Timeline
Secondary LTO Grade 9, 11, 12 French
York Region District School Board
09.2024 - 06.2025
French Teacher International Language Program
Durham Catholic District School Board
07.2023 - 01.2025
French Tutor
Scholars Education Centre
12.2018 - 01.2025
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
All About Kids Daycare
07.2018 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
University of Toronto
Master of Teaching -
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
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