Shefali Jain
Oakville,ON
Summary
Compassionate, enthusiastic and bilingual educator with valuable teaching experience in YRDSB, VSS and TDSB. Highly skilled at developing strong rapport with students. Committed to providing an equitable and engaging learning environment, with a focus on achievement and well-being, to all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Teacher
Northern Secondary School, TDSB
09.2021 - Current
- Hosted meetings as course chair to collaborate with colleagues and develop/modify evaluations and assessments
- Provide one-on-one extra support to all French students to assist with homework, tests, and overall language-learning
- Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating literature from different communities and by hosting a school-wide henna workshop for Hindu Heritage Month
- Serve as Staff Advisor for Dance Club
- Supported student mental and social development via interactive classroom activities (karaoke afternoon, mindfulness, arts and crafts, language games)
- Collect student feedback to highlight student voice and tailor lessons and instructional strategies
- Provide ongoing constructive feedback to students to encourage growth, self-reflection and goal-setting
- Collaborate with ACL Special Education, healthcare professionals, parents and tutors to differentiate instruction and assist students with IEPs and unique mental and physical challenges
- Manage classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences
Contract Teacher
Newtonbrook Secondary School, TDSB
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional material to suit learning in a hybrid model.
- Improved students' writing abilities by providing constructive feedback and targeted instruction on grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Enhanced reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
Teacher
Virtual Secondary School
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Attended TDSB workshop on BrightSpace to familiarize myself with the platform
- Fostered meaningful relationships with students through engaging lessons, guest speakers, and interactive/educational games
LTO
York Mills Collegiate Institute, TDSB
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Developed a system in collaboration with students to ensure maximum participation on Google Classroom during emergency remote learning
- Incorporated 21st century technology and student-centred activities, such as creating memes and vlogs, to promote student engagement and collaboration
- Prioritized students' mental health by creating engaging lessons with flexible deadlines, offering one-on-one and small group extra-help sessions, hosting trivia game afternoons and group video calls to strengthen student-teacher relationships
- Acknowledged by parents and students for an outstanding ability to instill motivation in students during COVID-19 pandemic and provide regular progress updates
Contract Teacher
York Mills Collegiate Institute, TDSB
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Developed a new unit for the department on Francophone culture, invited a French guest speaker and organized multiple cultural field trips to enrich students' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Assessed for learning by using exit cards and other strategies to monitor student progress
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
LTO
Vaughan Secondary School, YRDSB
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Facilitated a positive and inclusive classroom environment with a focus on mental health and stress management to enhance student wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Education
Honour Specialist - French as a Second Language
04.2021
Bachelor of Education - French
Glendon Campus, York University
01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies And English
Glendon Campus, York University
01.2017
Skills
- Fluent in French, English, Hindu and Urdu
- Specialized training in French Immersion and FSL classrooms
- IEP compliance
- Collaborative and student-centered teaching
- Student rapport and engagement
- Classroom management
- Multicultural awareness
- Classroom technology
- Social development
Related Experience
- Worked as a Project Officer for the Explore Program (a bilingual, federal government-funded language immersion program); hired and trained Language Monitors; maintained accurate program records
Timeline
Contract Teacher
Northern Secondary School, TDSB
09.2021 - Current
Contract Teacher
Newtonbrook Secondary School, TDSB
09.2020 - 01.2021
Teacher
Virtual Secondary School
02.2020 - 06.2020
LTO
York Mills Collegiate Institute, TDSB
02.2020 - 06.2020
Contract Teacher
York Mills Collegiate Institute, TDSB
02.2019 - 06.2019
LTO
Vaughan Secondary School, YRDSB
02.2018 - 06.2018
Honour Specialist - French as a Second Language
Bachelor of Education - French
Glendon Campus, York University
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies And English
Glendon Campus, York University
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