Tara Brunette-MacDonald
Oro Station,ON
Summary
Accomplished educator at SMCDSB with expertise in curriculum development and relationship building. Spearheaded initiatives enhancing student achievement and engagement. Skilled in mentoring and training, fostering collaborative teamwork, and optimizing parent-teacher relations. Passionate about empowering educational communities. Experienced educational leader with proven track record of driving academic success and fostering positive school culture. Skilled in curriculum development, teacher mentorship, and strategic planning. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving measurable results. Known for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering commitment to student and staff development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher - The Good Shepherd
SMCDSB
09.1999 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, administrative staff, community, and parish.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Promoted a growth mindset within the school and community by encouraging goal-setting, embracing challenges, and persevering through obstacles.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Served as a liaison between the school administration and families during parent-teacher conferences, ensuring clear communication about expectations and areas of improvement for each child.
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance educational quality and student engagement.
- Collaborated with faculty to design professional development programs focused on instructional strategies.
- Streamlined communication channels between administration, teachers, and parents to improve stakeholder involvement.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive strategic decisions and targeted intervention programs.
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Assisted with scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
- Reviewed and selected curriculum and technology resources.
- Empowered faculty members by involving them in decision-making processes related to curriculum development, resource allocation, and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted with the hiring process for new staff members to ensure that qualified candidates were selected to promote academic excellence within the school community.
- Planned, led, and implemented professional development programs.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, including clubs and athletic programs, to provide students with a well-rounded educational experience.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
FSL Teacher
College Boreal
09.2005 - 05.2006
- Developed and implemented curriculum for adult learners, enhancing engagement and knowledge retention.
- Facilitated interactive workshops, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among participants.
- Analyzed program effectiveness through participant feedback, driving continuous improvements in course offerings.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Developed detailed daily lesson plans for activities.
- Facilitated small group activities to encourage peer collaboration, problem-solving, and deeper understanding of course content.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of adult students, ensuring a solid grasp of key concepts.
Elementary School Teacher - St. James
SMCDSB
09.1999 - 06.2001
Education
Teacher's Qualifications - Primary/Junior Division
Universite D'Ottawa
Burlington, ON06-1996
Bachelor of Arts - French
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay05-1995
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship building and networking
- Training and mentoring
- Multitasking and organization
- Parent-teacher relations
- Prioritization
- Student and parent relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Certification
● School lead for board initiatives (e.g. D2L, P/J/I technology implementation with curriculum, Math lead)
● Participated in School Improvement Plan Committee
● Collaborated with others and implemented goals from school improvement plans
● OECTA representative for 10+ years
● Organized and planned Lunch and Learns for staff development
(e.g., On y va! French program, D2L, Math Lead)
● Initiated, coordinated and organized PALS program at the school
● Lead a variety of Liturgies/Masses for the school
● Eucharistic Minister for School Masses
● Organized and ran Catholic School Graduate Award Assemblies
● Teacher in Charge for the past 12 years
● Associate teacher (Nipissing and Lakehead) for the last 20 years
Timeline
FSL Teacher
College Boreal
09.2005 - 05.2006
Elementary School Teacher - The Good Shepherd
SMCDSB
09.1999 - Current
Elementary School Teacher - St. James
SMCDSB
09.1999 - 06.2001
Teacher's Qualifications - Primary/Junior Division
Universite D'Ottawa
Bachelor of Arts - French
Lakehead University