Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Teacher

Sharon Thevenot

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at West Kildonan Collegiate, excelling in curriculum development and innovative lesson planning. Skilled in classroom management and fostering student engagement, I effectively collaborated with colleagues to enhance critical thinking and implemented inclusive strategies for diverse learners, ensuring all students thrive academically.

Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

West Kildonan Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB
09.2010 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to foster student engagement and academic achievement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
  • Mentored new teachers in classroom management techniques and instructional best practices.
  • Led parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, addressing concerns and celebrating successes.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Curriculum Leader for the Province of Manit

Government of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
11.2017 - 06.2018

Facilitated the creation of comprehensive curriculum frameworks for textiles, art and design, environmental design, and human ecology in alignment with educational standards.

Worked with other curriculum leaders to implement Mino-Pimatisiwin in all curriculums.

Education

Bachelor of Education -

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg Manitoba
05-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Human Ecology Foods And Nutrition, Family Studies

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
05-2007

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Collaborative learning
  • Child development
  • Curriculum implementation

Accomplishments

  • Curriculum Development - Designed, developed and implemented curriculum goals for Textiles Art and Design, Environmental Design and Human Ecology. Was on the curriculum development team for Mino- Pimatisiwin.
  • PD Committee- worked with other teachers to plan our professional development for teachers.
  • Safe Grad Committee- worked with students to develop the safe grad dinner and dance.
  • Keeping Balance- Worked with indigneous educators to implement indigenous education.
  • Red Cross Instructor- trained students in Red Cross education for employment.

Timeline

Curriculum Leader for the Province of Manit

Government of Manitoba
11.2017 - 06.2018

Teacher

West Kildonan Collegiate
09.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Education -

University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Arts - Human Ecology Foods And Nutrition, Family Studies

University of Manitoba
Sharon Thevenot