Sophie Borduas
Surrey,BC
Summary
Compassionate and creative teacher with valuable classroom experience, developing and implementing diverse curriculums. Nurture a safe and warm learning environment. Motivate students through positive encouragements and differentiation. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Versed in classroom and online technologies.
• Seven years as Head of French and Spanish Department
• Experience in IB Diploma, IB MYP, Canadian Curriculum, IGCSE programs
• Extensive involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership roles, and professional development
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Southpointe Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Design curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instil comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Develop lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success and administered assessments to inform instructions to differentiate.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
Head of the Romance Languages Department
Canadian International School of Hong Kong
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Designed curriculum and effectively supported the articulation of OSSD , IB Middle Years and Diploma Programs in Spanish and French and interdisciplinary units
- Accountable for standards of students' achievement and quality of teaching.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials and assessments to evaluate and support student progress, learning and success.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Planned and coordinated with other faculty, activities and cultural events.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Head of the Modern Languages Department
Chinese International School of Hong Kong
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Designed curriculum and effectively supported the articulation of the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programs in Spanish and French and the interdisciplinary units.
- Accountable for the standards of students' achievement and the quality of teaching.
- Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials and assessments to evaluate and support student progress, learning and success.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency
- Planned and coordinated with other faculty, activities and cultural events.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
French Teacher G3-6
Kellet School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Developed lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Designed and administered assessments to inform instructions to differentiate and to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
French, Humanities, English Teacher
ESF South Island School
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and students' problem-solving skills.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Supply Classroom Teacher
Craddle Hall
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Head of Modern Languages
International School of Tanganyika
08.1998 - 06.2007
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Oversaw effective development and successful implementation of the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programs in Modern Languages Department
- Accountable for the standards of students' achievement , quality of teaching, quality of curriculum, and management of resources
- Supported 6 department members in line with the appraisal policy.
- Planned and coordinated Language Awareness days, such as Africa Day, La Francophonie, Kiswahili Day, Spanish Day.
French Teacher Kg- G4
Canadian International School
08.1995 - 06.1998
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Developed lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
- Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
French Immersion Teacher G4/5
Courtice South PS
09.1993 - 06.1995
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Developed lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
French Immersion Teacher G4/5
Ontario St Public School
09.1990 - 06.1992
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
- Developed lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
Education
French Specialist - French As A Second Language
York University
Toronto, ON09.1992
Bachelor in Preschool And Primary Education - Preschool And Primary Education
University of Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, QC, Canada05.1990
Skills
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Empathy
- Collaboration
- Innovation
Certification
- French Specialist
- Bachelor of Preschool and Primary Education
- British Columbia Teacher Certificate
- Ontario Teacher's Certificate /Ontario College of Teachers
- Certificate of Registration as a Teacher, Education Ordinance, Hong Kong
- General Teaching Council of Scotland Registration
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Timeline
French Teacher
Southpointe Academy
08.2022 - Current
Head of the Romance Languages Department
Canadian International School of Hong Kong
08.2016 - 06.2022
Head of the Modern Languages Department
Chinese International School of Hong Kong
08.2013 - 06.2016
French Teacher G3-6
Kellet School
08.2012 - 06.2013
French, Humanities, English Teacher
ESF South Island School
08.2011 - 06.2012
Supply Classroom Teacher
Craddle Hall
01.2008 - 06.2008
Head of Modern Languages
International School of Tanganyika
08.1998 - 06.2007
French Teacher Kg- G4
Canadian International School
08.1995 - 06.1998
French Immersion Teacher G4/5
Courtice South PS
09.1993 - 06.1995
French Immersion Teacher G4/5
Ontario St Public School
09.1990 - 06.1992
French Specialist - French As A Second Language
York University
Bachelor in Preschool And Primary Education - Preschool And Primary Education
University of Sherbrooke
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