Writing & Performing, Improvisation, Astrology Education
TAMMY MCLEOD-CASEY
Summary
I am a passionate, empathetic, and experienced teacher with an extensive background in alternative and special education practices for at-risk youth. I have taught in a variety of school settings and mentored junior teachers. Having created and implemented new programming, I always strive for inclusion and engagement in my classroom community - a place where everyone is welcome.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RISE/Pathways Teacher
Alternative Programs
09.2022 - Current
- Teaching compulsory credits including English, Math and Science to students from Grades 9-12.
- Supporting a learning community with mainstream school challenges and/or emerging at-risk behaviours. Programming offers unique skill-based and social-emotional curriculum for individuals' asset building.
Education & Community Pathways' Program Teacher
Halton District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Taught and supported students from Grades 7-11 in a mental health and group home setting - Aberdeen House. Programming included outdoor, art, and cooking education with assistance from community and therapeutic partners.
Alternative Programs' Leadership
Gary Allan Learning Centre
09.2010 - 06.2019
- At Gary Allan L.C., I held various positions including Alternative Programs' Leader, Head of Special Education and Applied Learning Initiative Leader.
- In these roles, I managed, implemented, and supported alternative programming for diverse learning needs across 4 sites.
- My greatest accomplishment was helping to create curriculum that was experiential and project-based; the program established unique community connections which offered crucial wrap around support to our vulnerable student clientele.
Education
Bachelor's of Education - English/Drama
Queen's University
Kingston, ONHonours Bachelor of Arts - English/Sociology
University of Toronto
Toronto, ONSkills
- Compassionate and optimistic
- Problem-solving, competency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Flexibility, adaptability
- Inclusion and engagement
Professional Learning
Restorative Practices' Training
Collaborative Problem-Solving
A.S.I.S.T./BMS Training
Early Trauma and Mental Health Education
Understanding the Leader Within
Contribution to Community
Kerr Street Mission Community Liaison Team
- Worked together with both the School Support Team and Kerr Street Mission Staff to create learning opportunities and experiences to assist students in developing workplace skills and enhancing their civic contributions.
The Merry Musings of a Mediocre Madwoman – One Woman Show
- Wrote, directed, produced, and performed “The Merry Musings of a Mediocre Madwoman” - all proceeds were donated to Community Care in St. Catharines; these funds help to support and empower struggling community members.
Interests
Timeline
RISE/Pathways Teacher
Alternative Programs
09.2022 - Current
Education & Community Pathways' Program Teacher
Halton District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2022
Alternative Programs' Leadership
Gary Allan Learning Centre
09.2010 - 06.2019
Bachelor's of Education - English/Drama
Queen's University
Honours Bachelor of Arts - English/Sociology
University of Toronto
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