SEEMA KHATRI
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven educator with over 5 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment through innovative, research-based teaching strategies that enhance student literacy, numeracy skills, and emotional development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 3 Teacher
Khalsa School
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented student-centered lessons promoting choice and voice in learning
- Focused on creating an engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning needs
- Utilized various assessment methods, including formative assessments, to gauge student understanding and inform instruction
- Advocated for emotional and behavioral development through positive reinforcement strategies and mindfulness practices
Grade 1 Teacher
Khalsa School Calgary
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed structured phonics and numeracy lessons to build foundational reading and math skills
- Implemented social-emotional learning strategies to support self-regulation and peer interactions.
- Fostered a positive classroom culture that encouraged risk-taking, collaboration, and perseverance among students.
- Boosted students'' reading comprehension skills through targeted interventions and assessments.
Grade 2 Teacher
Gobind Sarvar School
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Facilitated interactive learning experiences through research-based phonics routines and hands-on activities
- Promoted a choice-based curriculum, allowing students to explore topics of interest and engage in self-directed projects
- Integrated varied instructional strategies tailored to meet individual learner needs
- Emphasized emotional intelligence through regular check-ins and reflective practices
Kindergarten Teacher
Gobind Sarvar School
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Created a comprehensive curriculum promoting foundational skills through the science of reading and phonemic awareness
- Developed and maintained a creative classroom environment that encourages exploration
- Implemented personalized assessment techniques to empower young learners
- Fostered social development through cooperative learning opportunities and group activities
Substitute Teacher
Khalsa School and Gobind Sarvar School
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Adapted swiftly to various classroom settings while ensuring instructional continuity and maintaining student engagement
- Demonstrated flexibility in teaching approaches, utilizing a range of instructional strategies
- Supported the emotional needs of students by fostering a safe and welcoming classroom environment
Library Assistant
Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
04.2009 - 01.2021
- Supported literacy initiatives by organizing reading programs and assisting students in locating resources
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Promoted literacy and reading enjoyment through developing engaging book displays and promotional materials.
Education
EDUC 570 -
University of Calgary
01-2019
ENGL 211 -
Athabasca University
01-2018
ENGL 255 -
Athabasca University
01-2010
Primary Basic Certification -
Toronto University
01-2007
Junior Basic Certification - Special Education Part 1
York University
01-2007
ESL Part 1 Certification -
York University
01-2007
Bachelor of Education -
Maharshi Dayanand University
01-2003
Skills
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Lesson Planning and Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction and Personalized Learning
- Research-Based Literacy and Numeracy Strategies
- Technology Integration in Education
- Collaborative Learning and Group Work Facilitation
- Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
- Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Emotional and Behavioral Development Techniques
Professional Development
- Heggerty
- UFLI Foundations
- CORE: Teaching Reading Resources
- Phonics for Reading
- Math Makes Moments | 2021
- Kindergarten Literacy Success: Setting Up Your Classroom & Routines
- 7 Engaging, Research-Based Phonics Routines for K-2
- Jolly Phonics
- Weaving Indigenous Ways of Knowing in Curriculum
Teaching Certification
Permanent Teaching Certificate, Alberta
Languages
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Timeline
Grade 3 Teacher
Khalsa School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Grade 1 Teacher
Khalsa School Calgary
09.2023 - 06.2024
Grade 2 Teacher
Gobind Sarvar School
08.2023 - 09.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Gobind Sarvar School
01.2021 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Khalsa School and Gobind Sarvar School
04.2019 - 01.2021
Library Assistant
Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
04.2009 - 01.2021
EDUC 570 -
University of Calgary
ENGL 211 -
Athabasca University
ENGL 255 -
Athabasca University
Primary Basic Certification -
Toronto University
Junior Basic Certification - Special Education Part 1
York University
ESL Part 1 Certification -
York University
Bachelor of Education -
Maharshi Dayanand University
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