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Sherene Brown

Ajax,ON

Summary

Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Supply Teacher

Durham District School Board
01.2021 - Current

Supply at over 100 elementary and secondary schools carry out lesson plans, effect classroom management and maintain records.

  • Execute lesson plan consistent with teacher guidelines and school curriculum.
  • Compile report for teacher that includes student attendance, lesson-plan progress, disciplinary actions, and positive developments
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained discipline in classroom and foster safe, productive learning environment in accordance with school policies
  • Supplement lesson plan with other classroom activities, if time allows

Student Teacher

Dunbarton High School
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Created and taught marketing unit lesson plans for grade 10 students and launch of new product
  • Designed stock market unit using 3-part lesson plan for students incorporated into D2L
  • Designed lesson plans on stock market for grade 12 classes
  • Attended Professional Development Seminar on Indigenous Teaching
  • Worked with classroom teacher on Business ISU, assisted students during work period.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
  • Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
  • Increased students'' critical thinking skills through implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.

Student Teacher

Ajax High School
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Designed business unit based on 3-part lesson plan for students to work on and incorporated into D2L
  • Collaborated on weekly basis with classroom and resource teacher to better support student with Individualized Education Plans
  • Attended professional development workshop on supporting positive behavior in classroom
  • Assisted with report card writing process and attended parent teacher conferences with classroom teacher
  • Assisted with hall and cafeteria duties
  • Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
  • Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
  • Coordinated extracurricular clubs and events that aligned with academic goals while promoting social development and teamwork skills among students.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.

Summer Camp Counsellor

Apple Creek Church
07.2015 - 07.2019
  • Teen Success Program Instructor, Ages 12-15) guided sewing, cooking and self-awareness and reading classes.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Adjunct Instructor/Tutor

University of the West Indies at Mona
09.2008 - 08.2012
  • Taught 1st, 2nd and 3rd year Philosophy courses
  • Marked and graded exams, including entrance exams
  • Entered grades in student database
  • Processed student requests for transfer from one major to another
  • Provided information on, and guided students in adding or dropping courses
  • Attended various training workshops including content and delivery.

Education

Master of Science in Education -

Niagara University
Lewiston, New York
05.2024

Master of Arts - Philosophy

University of the West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica
11.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica
11.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Univerity of The West Indies,
Kingston, Jamaica
05.2004

Skills

  • English
  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student Engagement

Certification

  • Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
  • Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Prevention
  • Child Abuse Prevention

Teaching Certification

  • Niagara University, 5-12, Intermediate and Senior Divisions, pending
  • New York State, Initial Teaching Certification, 5-12, 05/2024

Volunteer Experience

  • Drama Club, Ajax High, Ajax, ON, Assisted with costume and prop management, 01/2024, 02/2024
  • Reading Club, Apple Creek, ON, Organizing meetings, selecting reading materials, 2017, 2020

Related Experience

  • Emergency Supply Teacher, Durham District School Board, Whitby, ON, 2021, Present, Supply at various elementary and secondary schools carry out lesson plans, effect classroom management and maintain records
  • Summer Camp Counsellor, Markham, ON, 07/2015, 07/2019, Teen Success Program Instructor, Ages 12-15) guided sewing, cooking and self-awareness and reading classes
  • Adjunct Instructor/Tutor, University of the West Indies at Mona, Jamaica, Jamaica, 09/2008, 08/2012, Taught 1st, 2nd and 3rd year Philosophy courses, Marked and graded exams, including entrance exams, Entered grades in student database, Processed student requests for transfer from one major to another, Provided information on, and guided students in adding or dropping courses, Attended various training workshops including content and delivery

References

  • Debbie Gibson Coates, Associate Teacher, Ajax High School, Ajax, ON, 905-6831610, debbie.gibson@ddsb.ca
  • Vibha Mistry, Associate Teacher, Dunbarton High School, Pickering, Ontario, 9058391125, vibha.mistry@ddsb.ca
  • Agi Mete, Field Supervisor, Niagara University, 905-401-1561, agimete@niagara.edu

Hobbies and Interests

  • Coaching- Track & Field long distance running, jumping, throwing
  • Field Trips- Coordinating local and international trips to align with curriculum

Timeline

Student Teacher

Dunbarton High School
03.2024 - 05.2024

Student Teacher

Ajax High School
01.2024 - 03.2024

Emergency Supply Teacher

Durham District School Board
01.2021 - Current

Summer Camp Counsellor

Apple Creek Church
07.2015 - 07.2019

Adjunct Instructor/Tutor

University of the West Indies at Mona
09.2008 - 08.2012

Master of Science in Education -

Niagara University

Master of Arts - Philosophy

University of the West Indies

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of The West Indies

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Univerity of The West Indies,

Interests

Reading, traveling, meeting people

Accomplishments

  • Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of [learning activities].
  • ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.

Work Availability

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Work Preference

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Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hours

Languages

English
Native language

Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Sherene Brown