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Saundra Diardichuk

Vaudreuil-Dorion,Canada

Summary

Experienced and passionate educator and educational content creator and editor. Over 10 years of expertise in designing and developing engaging educational resources tailored to diverse learning needs. Proficient in curriculum development, tutoring and fostering student engagement through creative and effective educational strategies. Deep understanding of language arts instruction, and differentiated teaching techniques. Committed to leveraging experience to craft impactful educational content that enhances the learning experience for students at every level.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Literacy Coach

Dyslexic Solutions
02.2024 - Current
  • Provide personalized Orton-Gillingham instruction tailored to students with dyslexia
  • Use online teaching tools for engaging learning experiences
  • Achieved 80% literacy improvement rate to date
  • Plan lessons for each student
  • Support English language learners by providing targeted instruction in vocabulary development and comprehension strategies.

Private Tutor/Content Writer

Sage Tutorat
09.2021 - Current
  • Conduct regular assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed for optimal results.
  • Write and create worksheets and lessons for elementary through high school students.
  • Utilize multimedia resources, such as videos, music, and literature to enrich lessons and promote cultural awareness among students.
  • Offer supplemental tutoring targeting specific areas of improvement identified during regular coursework evaluations.
  • Enhanced student language proficiency by implementing immersive and interactive teaching methods.

Education Coordinator

CSPG (Calgary Society of Petroleum Geologists)
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Orchestrated comprehensive planning, coordination, and management of diverse events, including webinars and conferences, both in-person and online.
  • Edited and proofread written materials to maintain consistency in tone, style, and accuracy.
  • Developed compelling content strategies to drive traffic and improve audience retention.
  • Played a pivotal role in securing sponsorship exceeding $150,000 for the annual conference, leveraging strong negotiation skills, and cultivating strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders

Resource Educator

Calgary School Board
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Cultivated trust and rapport with students, supporting teachers and fostering student engagement
  • Assisted in the preparation of classroom materials, ensuring a conducive learning environment
  • Created supplementary materials to enhance student learning and understanding
  • Contributed to a 20% improvement in student grades by meticulously planning lessons and activities tailored to student needs

Coordinator

Foundation Lucille Teasdale & Piero Corti
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Facilitated seamless day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient program coordination
  • Orchestrated successful fundraising events, consistently exceeding set goals
  • Planned and executed large photo exhibition to display the foundation's work and impact
  • Authored compelling content for newsletters, effectively communicating foundation updates and achievements to stakeholders

Education

TESL -

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
01.2023

Editing and Proofreading -

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
01.2020

Early Childhood Certification - Early Childhood Education

Lasalle College
Montreal, QC
06-2009

Bachelor of Arts -

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
01.1996

Skills

  • Bilingual Expertise (French/English)
  • Experience with Diverse Learners
  • Content Creation & Editing
  • Practical Classroom Insight
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multisensory Learning Expertise
  • Training & Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Creative Writing
  • Collaborative Teamwork

Languages

French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Literacy Coach

Dyslexic Solutions
02.2024 - Current

Private Tutor/Content Writer

Sage Tutorat
09.2021 - Current

Education Coordinator

CSPG (Calgary Society of Petroleum Geologists)
10.2018 - 05.2021

Resource Educator

Calgary School Board
09.2016 - 09.2018

Coordinator

Foundation Lucille Teasdale & Piero Corti
01.2013 - 12.2015

Editing and Proofreading -

University of Calgary

Bachelor of Arts -

Concordia University

TESL -

University of Calgary

Early Childhood Certification - Early Childhood Education

Lasalle College
Saundra Diardichuk