SHAFIA SALEEM
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Capable educator with over 20 years of experience, working with students, helping them to study more effectively and achieving their true potential. Successful at facilitating highly interactive groups by integrating cooperative learning strategies and developing online engagement strategies to a hybrid instructional model.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Mathematics Teacher
Summer School, St. Catharines Collegiate, DSBN
St. Catharines, ON
07.2023 - 07.2023
- July 2023: Taught MCR3U/MPM2D split
- Developed lesson plans to address split class needs and learning styles
- Created and curated tests and quizzes for both grade levels, evaluating student understanding and progress
Senior Mathematics Teacher
Remote Learning School, DSBN
St. Catharines, ON
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Semester 2: MTH1W (synchronous), MEL3E/4E and MDM4U (asynchronous)
- Semester 1: Grade 11 split courses - MCR3U and MBF3C (asynchronous)
- Administered tests, quizzes and assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials
- Prepare and post weekly video lessons for asynchronous learning
- Track attendance, assignments, grades and class participation
Mathematics Teacher
Sir Winston Churchill Secondary, DSBN School
St. Catharines, ON
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Semester 1: Taught MTH1W1 AND MFM2P1
- Assessed student progress with de-streamed course material through routine quizzes, final examinations and standardized testing
- Created and lead objective-driven lessons that employ scaffolding techniques to teach students with disparate learning styles the goals of each lesson using current software programs
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students
Senior Mathematics Teacher
Continuing Ed School, Summer eLearning, DSBN
St. Catharines, ON
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted daily online classes for MAP4C
- Managed consistent, learning-focused environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for daily tasks
- Recorded and posted video lessons and assessed students progress through routine assignments, quizzes and summative tasks
- Documented student assignments, attendance and test scores in online reporting systems
Learning Renewal Resource Teacher
Eastdale Secondary School, DSBN
Welland, Ontario
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Implemented an intervention program to increase student engagement, address learning gaps, and support students in the de-streamed Grade 9 Math and English programs
- Collaborated with teachers to provide additional support to students with IEPs that required extra time with math concepts and encouraged discussion of class materials to promote critical thinking
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
Mathematics Teacher
Community Ed Night School, DSBN
St. Catharines, ON
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material for MHF4U
- Evaluated submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives
- Maintain open lines of communication with students to address any issues with the course work
- Distributed and posted course syllabus and answered student questions regarding standards, material, grading and progression at beginning of semester
Secondary Occasional Teacher
District School Board of Niagara
St. Catharines, ON
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans with teachers and taught several mathematics and physics lessons
- Encourage discussion of class material to promote critical thinking
- Complete documentation of attendance and other educational details
- Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among student
High School Tutor
Oxford Learning Centre
St. Catharines, ON
11.2016 - 02.2022
- Responsible for creating programs for MCR3U, MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U students
- Coached students with a wide arrange of learning difficulties and age groups from grades 5-12
- Tutored university students for Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Physics and Linear Algebra courses
- Successfully transitioned to remote tutoring due to COVID-19 pandemic
- Integrated Khan Academy into the virtual SAT preparation program
- Development and training of new instructors on program standards
- Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests
Student Teacher
Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School
St. Catharines, ON
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible in the areas of assessment design, lesson planning, unit planning, and student behaviour modifications
- Prepared and evaluated tests and quizzes that evaluate a pupil’s growth and progress for the courses MPM1D, MPM2D, and MCF3M
- Broadcast live synchronous classes and conducted formal assessments for online and in-person cohorts through Brightspace for a hybrid classroom
- Presented an online engagement presentation to the math department during professional development day
Student Teacher
Laura Secord Secondary School
St. Catharines, ON
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Worked with the associate teacher to plan instructional goals and lessons for MFM2P, MBF3C, and MDM4U
- Assisted teacher with transitioning to remote learning due to COVID-19 Pandemic
- Gained experience with online student engagement in a hybrid school environment
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
Student Teacher
Lewiston Porter High School
Youngstown, NY
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Observed associate teacher for grade 11 Algebra 2 teach various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities
- Worked one-on-one with students during the Algebra Math Labs
- Created and conducted a summative assessment for a measurement research project for Niagara University
- Attended math department staff meetings with the IT specialist for upgrades to existing technology used in classrooms
Student Teacher
Starpoint Middle School
Lockport, NY
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Teaching Assistantship - Grade 8- inclusion
- Observed and assisted the associate teacher use Kagan instructional strategies in the classroom
- Worked one-on-one with students during the independent work period, recorded student struggles and devised individualized plans with associate teacher, Grade 7- Accelerated Math
- Assisted the teacher in class and worked one-on-one with students during independent work period
- Conducted a child study on a special needs student and collaborated with the associate teacher and parents
High School Tutor
Oxford Learning Centre
Mississauga, ON
11.2010 - 06.2014
- Planned and conducted balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate
- Tutored Students coming from the British Education system and helped bridge the gap between the GCSE / O & A-Level Math and Canadian High School Mathematics
- Set weekly goals for students and myself to create an environment of continuous support and self-awareness
O’Levels Mathematics Teacher (Grade 9-10)
Lahore Grammar School
Lahore, Pakistan
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Effectively managed and motivated students in class sizes ranging from 25 – 30+
- Created meaningful lesson plans and challenging quizzes to help students improve and build critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Conducted family assessments, in cases where student’s performance was failing, for referrals to counselors
- Maintained comfortable student focused two-way communication to help students overcome the fear of mathematics
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences, as well as professional development workshops encompassing new classroom manipulatives for math
Education
Master of Science - Education (Grade 5-12)
12.2020
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And Physics
Certification
Ontario College of Teachers
Certificate of Qualification and Registration May 19, 2022
Teaching Qualifications:
Intermediate and Senior: Mathematics
Intermediate and Senior: Science - Physics
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
President, Ahmadiyya Muslim Women’s Association, Niagara Chapter (2017-Present)
General Secretary, AMWA, Niagara Chapter, ON
Regional General Secretary, AMWA, Mississauga, ON
General Secretary, Chawla Mathematical Society, GCU, Lahore, Pakistan
Science Library Incharge, Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore, Pakistan
Timeline
Senior Mathematics Teacher - Summer School, St. Catharines Collegiate, DSBN
07.2023 - 07.2023
Senior Mathematics Teacher - Remote Learning School, DSBN
09.2022 - 06.2023
Mathematics Teacher - Sir Winston Churchill Secondary, DSBN School
09.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Mathematics Teacher - Continuing Ed School, Summer eLearning, DSBN
07.2022 - 07.2022
Learning Renewal Resource Teacher - Eastdale Secondary School, DSBN
04.2022 - 06.2022
Mathematics Teacher - Community Ed Night School, DSBN
02.2022 - 06.2022
Secondary Occasional Teacher - District School Board of Niagara
09.2021 - Current
Student Teacher - Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School
10.2020 - 12.2020
Student Teacher - Laura Secord Secondary School
09.2020 - 10.2020
Student Teacher - Lewiston Porter High School
02.2020 - 03.2022
Student Teacher - Starpoint Middle School
12.2019 - 01.2020
High School Tutor - Oxford Learning Centre
11.2016 - 02.2022
High School Tutor - Oxford Learning Centre
11.2010 - 06.2014
O’Levels Mathematics Teacher (Grade 9-10) - Lahore Grammar School
08.2003 - 06.2006
Niagara University - Master of Science, Education (Grade 5-12)
Government College University - Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
Kinnaird College - University of The Punjab - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics And Physics
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