Tanya Peters
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dedicated educator with over twenty years of experience as both a Teacher and House Parent. Committed to creating a nurturing academic and living environment that promotes student well-being, academic excellence, and personal development.
Key strengths include:
• Cultivating strong rapport with students, faculty, and administrators
• Expertly navigating residential life dynamics with empathy and efficiency
• Guiding students in personal growth, relationship-building, and academic success
• Implementing engaging curricula in Languages and Social Studies
• Championing experiential learning approaches
• Continuously pursuing professional development and educational innovations
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Languages Teacher
St. George's School
01.2004 - Current
- French, German and Social Studies teacher grades 8-12.
- Facilitate learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Communicate with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Community engagement through various initiatives like Hamper Drive, Bhutan exchange, Global Stewardship, Trail Running and Sewing Club
House Parent
St. George's School
08.2014 - Current
- Provide daily support, encouragement and guidance for students in the house.
- Build solid and trusting rapport with a core group of advisor students, fostering trust and communication.
- Develop and maintained relationships with parents to promote positive living environment for students.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
The American School of the Hague
09.1999 - 06.2002
- IB MYP Grade 8 Social Studies teacher
- Jr. volleyball coach
Social Studies Teacher
The International School of Düsseldorf
09.1999 - 06.2002
- Grade 7-10 French, Social Studies and Advisor teacher
- Co-coordinator of Project Tanzania summer exchange program
- Jr. volleyball coach
Education
Master of Education - Museum Education
University of British Columbia
Vancouver12-2003
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education - French Major And Social Studies Minor
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB06-1996
Skills
- French fluency
- Classroom management expertise
- Continuous professional development
- Behavioral Management
- Problem mediation
Timeline
House Parent
St. George's School
08.2014 - Current
Languages Teacher
St. George's School
01.2004 - Current
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
The American School of the Hague
09.1999 - 06.2002
Social Studies Teacher
The International School of Düsseldorf
09.1999 - 06.2002
Master of Education - Museum Education
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education - French Major And Social Studies Minor
University of Lethbridge
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