Susan Kennedy
Newmarket,ON
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in differentiated instruction and student engagement. Demonstrated success in creating individualized education plans and implementing mindfulness practices, resulting in enhanced academic and social outcomes. Committed to promoting critical thinking and collaborative learning in diverse classroom settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary/Junior Teacher
Richland Academy
09.2022 - Current
- Design and implement differentiated lesson plans aligned with the PYP framework and Ontario curriculum
- 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 Google Classroom and creative use of Smartboard
- 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
Learning Support Teacher and Social Worker
Neuchâtel Junior College
09.2002 - 06.2004
- Provided individualized academic support and developed student workshops on study skills and test preparation
- Conducted counseling sessions focusing on anxiety management, eating disorders, and overall student well-being
- Managed the school library, promoting literacy and research skills
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON01.2007
Bachelor of Social Work -
York University
North York, ON01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
York University
North York, ON01.1993
Special Education Course - Part 1
Queens University
Kingston, OntarioSpecial Education Course - Part 2
Queens University
Kingston, OntarioSkills
- Lesson planning and assessment strategies
- Differentiated instruction and outdoor learning
- Inquiry-based learning and individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Mindfulness practices
- Visual arts integration
- Special education support
- Parent-teacher communication
- Cooperative learning techniques
- Social-emotional learning
Certification
- 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
- Creating a curriculum for Transdisciplinary Learning, 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Primary/Junior Teacher
Richland Academy
09.2022 - Current
Primary Teacher
International School of Geneva
01.2007 - 06.2022
Teaching Assistant
Norway Public School
01.2005 - 01.2006
Learning Support Teacher and Social Worker
Neuchâtel Junior College
09.2002 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Social Work -
York University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
York University
Special Education Course - Part 1
Queens University
Special Education Course - Part 2
Queens University
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