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Stephanie Coulson

Port Alberni,BC

Summary

Proven educator with a track record of fostering student success and engagement through innovative classroom management and critical thinking strategies. At SD 70 Pacific Rim, I spearheaded initiatives that enhanced learning outcomes and maximized classroom participation. Skilled in curriculum implementation and motivating students, my approach has consistently improved educational experiences. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

SD 70 Pacific Rim
09.2011 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.

Literacy Program Coordinator

Literacy Alberni Society
05.2011 - 09.2011
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.

Summer Literacy Program Coordinator

Literacy Alberni Society
06.2010 - 09.2010
  • Designed and implemented a summer program for school aged youth participants to promote literacy in the community.
  • Developed marketing materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
  • Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
  • Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.

Education

Bachelor of Education -

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC
06.2011

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher

SD 70 Pacific Rim
09.2011 - 06.2024

Literacy Program Coordinator

Literacy Alberni Society
05.2011 - 09.2011

Summer Literacy Program Coordinator

Literacy Alberni Society
06.2010 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Education -

Vancouver Island University
Stephanie Coulson