Susan Kennedy
Newmarket,ON
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with extensive experience in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP) and a commitment to student-centered, inquiry-based learning. Skilled in differentiated instruction, Individual Education Plan (IEP) development, and holistic education strategies to support diverse learners.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Teacher
International School of Geneva
09.2022 - Current
- Design and implement differentiated lesson plans aligned with the PYP framework.
- Foster students' academic, social, and emotional growth through inquiry-based learning.
- Integrate outdoor learning, visual arts, and mindfulness practices to enhance student engagement.
- Support diverse learners through tailored interventions and individual education plans.
Primary Teacher
International School of Geneva
01.2007 - 06.2022
- Plan, design and integrate differentiated lesson plans based on the Primary Years Program
- Promote academic, self and social development by providing inquiry based learning engagements, outdoor inquiry, visual arts and mindfulness activities
- Develop Individual Education Plans as the designated class for the Extended Support Program
- Proficient use of Smartboard and creative use of iPads
- Facilitate learning activities, which foster the development of critical thinking skills
Teaching Assistant
Norway Public School
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Conducted remediation in literacy and numeracy
- Evaluated students under the teachers direction, including daily assessments
- Assisted the grade 6 teacher with daily routines
- Commended for ability to motivate students through creative lesson plans
Education
Special Education Course - Part 2
Queens University
Kingston, OntarioSpecial Education Course - Part 1
Queens University
Kingston, OntarioBachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
University of Toronto
01.2007
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
York University
01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Honors
York University
01.1993
Skills
- DIFFERENTIATION
- RAPPORT AND CONFIDENCE BUILDING
- CREATIVE PLANNING
- INQUIRY AND PROVOCATIONS
- MOTIVATIONAL
- TEAM WORK
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- LIFE LONG LEARNER
- TIME MANAGEMENT
Professional Development
- Mentor teacher for PGCE students, Durham University, 2021, 2017, 2010
- Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) Conference, 2017
- Dyslexia and ADHD Workshop – Strategies for the Classroom, 2016
- Higher Order Thinking course for the gifted and talented, 2016
- PYP Science and Social Studies, IB training course, 2015
- FIRST STEPS in Math course, 2015
- Assessment in the PYP workshop, 2013
- Mindfulness, Creativity and the Arts workshop, 2012
- Teaching Approaches – Autism spectrum workshop, 2012
- FIRST STEPS in Writing course, 2010
- Teaching EAL in the Mainstream course, 2010
- Making the PYP Happen, IB training course, 2008
- Making the PYP Happen, Implementing Agency, 2021
Timeline
Primary Teacher
International School of Geneva
09.2022 - Current
Primary Teacher
International School of Geneva
01.2007 - 06.2022
Teaching Assistant
Norway Public School
01.2005 - 01.2006
Special Education Course - Part 1
Queens University
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
York University
Bachelor of Arts - Honors
York University
Special Education Course - Part 2
Queens University
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