Sharon Cullen

To be an integral part of an established school district as a Teaching Vice Principal Inclusive Ed. , Promoting quality education through constant support and dedication.

Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to maintain set guidelines, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a high standard of professionalism. A good team player with flexibility and strong leadership qualities. Works collaboratively with the classroom teacher to develop activities for students. Strong dedication to children’s development and their educational needs. To help students of all ages become responsible and productive citizens, effective decision-makers, and lifelong learners through active learning and participation, Great planning and leadership skills, flexible, enthusiastic, innovative, and energetic, Ability to use sound judgment, excellent decision-making skills, Strong sense of responsibility and accountability. Ability to work under any situation. Familiar with the theories and practices of school counseling. Sound knowledge of the theories of human development, learning, group and individual counseling, and career development. Good interpersonal skills with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and multitasking skills. Ability to build good rapport with parents, administrators, teachers, students, community, and outside agencies. Submits records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently. Deals with obstacles and constraints positively. Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of duties. Seeks and takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth. Maintains dress and appearance appropriate to a professional setting.

Professional education specialist with proven track record in supporting academic development. Adept at creating and executing personalized learning plans that address diverse student needs. Valued team collaborator focused on achieving educational goals and adapting to dynamic classroom environments. Skilled in curriculum modification and student assessment.

• Principles of ABA for Teaching and Intervention - Online
• Certificate of Qualification to Administer and Interpret the Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Achievement and Cognitive Abilities
• Qualified to administer and interpret the Wechsler Individual Achievement Test - Second Edition (WIAT-II)
• Level B Assessment
• Training in the administration of the Developmental Reading Assessment DRA2
• Certificate of completion for the Intensive three-day training session on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
• Certification of completion for Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Food Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate of Achievement as required under section 31 of the Public Health Act Food Regulation
• Past- President and Certified Instructor for tutors for the Brandon Literacy Council (“Challenger” and “Laubach” tutor training courses)
• Attended The Truth and Reconciliation Commission event on Residential Schools in Winnipeg, MB. (June 16-19-10)
• Workshop on Strategies for Working with Behaviorally Challenging Students Winnipeg, MB
• Prepared a successful grant proposal in the amount of $20,000.00 from Embridge with the Assembly of First Nations School Plus Program to be used for audio/visual equipment to enhance an extra curriculum program
• Prepared a successful grant proposal in the amount of $10,000.00 from the Dream Catcher Fund; a Registered Canadian Charity for sport and recreation equipment to enhance students and community members recreation on reserve
• Prepared a successful grant proposal to Aboriginal Affairs & Northern Development Canada (AANDC) with a team of three principals from Rocky Bay, Gull Bay, and Pic River, ON for the First Nation Student Success program (FNSSP) for $900,000 in 2012-2013
• Prepared a successful grant proposal with a team of three to New Paths for Education Program in the amount of $25,000.00 to provide educational services to Netamisakomik Centre for Education for long- term benefits contributing to educational quality and the academic achievement of First Nation Students in Pic Mobert, ON.
• Chairperson of Al-Anon and Al-Teen Self Help Groups
• Firearm Acquisition Certificate and Hunter’s safety Course
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card – ASM Safe Boating Program Canadian Coast Guard accredited test
• Serving as a Judge at the Western Manitoba Science Fair
• Area Captain for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba
• Working Knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Word Certificate Program level 1,2,,3)