Teprine Baldo
Stanbridge East,Canada
Summary
I am an educator and entrepreneur with a deep commitment to sustainability, education, and community building. My journey spans teaching in classrooms where I nurture curiosity and critical thinking, managing an organic seed business that promotes sustainable agriculture, and organizing impactful events that bring people together to learn and grow. Whether developing innovative curriculums, leading a business, or coordinating complex programs and logistics, I thrive on fostering meaningful connections and driving positive change. Through every role, I aim to empower others and create a lasting impact by uniting education, environmental advocacy, and community engagement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Eastern Township School Board
01.2019 - Current
- Teach all subjects in classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 11
- Provide environmental education as an afterschool program option
Owner
Semences Bio Le Noyau Organic Seeds
01.2016 - Current
- Manage and market an online organic seed company
- Organic farming and development of new seed farming strategies
Board Member & Secretary
Seeds of Diversity, seeds.ca
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Supported Canada's non-profit seed bank through governance, documentation, and strategic initiatives
Organic Farm Worker
Terre Fruitière
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Handled planting, harvesting, seedlings, greenhouse, and general maintenance on an organic farm
Social Media Promoter
Soil FoodWeb Inc.
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Maintained and created content for Facebook to promote online courses
- Promoted the Living Soil program
Programming & Logistics Administrator
Strawberry Moon and Crow Moon Indigenous Knowledge Festival
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Organized communications, programming, and volunteer logistics for the festival
Environmental Education Teacher
Montreal School Board (EMSB) BASE Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Developed and delivered environmental education courses for an afterschool program
Head of Logistics
Mycélium Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed sanitation, camping, kitchen, tents, and electricity for the event
- Website: www.convergencepermaculture.org
Founding Member
Nature-Focused Alternative Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Conducted R&D on pedagogies focusing on environmental education, sustainable development, and urban agriculture
- Acted as a liaison between community members and school administrators
Pedagogical Consultant
Riverview Elementary School (CLC)
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Developed environmental program content for grades 4-6
- Promoted healthy eating through urban agriculture and outdoor play
Consultant
Jacques-Rousseau High School
04.2011 - 04.2011
- Facilitated workshops connecting high school and Indigenous youth to demystify stereotypes
- Created safe spaces for discussions and cultural exchanges
Coordinator
DESTA Black Youth Network
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Co-founded and managed the Lion-Wolf school
- Handled administration, teacher coordination, and student relations
- Board member (2011-2013)
Administrative Coordinator
La Centrale Powerhouse Gallery
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Oversaw administrative tasks, financial reports, and funding requests
Post Production Coordinator
National Film Board of Canada (NFB)
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Synchronized sound and images for films in production
- Digitized audio reels for preservation
Director
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Directed a documentary on child and women trafficking in Southeast Asia in collaboration with Citizenshift and the NFB
Audio-Visual Technician & Videographer
Concordia University
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Recorded, edited, and digitized content for online courses and promotional videos
English Teacher
Sesame Street School, Taiwan
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Taught English as a second language to children aged 5-15
- Developed and implemented curriculum
Fundraiser
Greenpeace Quebec
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Fundraised and promoted environmental education initiatives
Education
GED -
Dawson College - Chemistry
Montreal, QC05-2027
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
Concordia University
01.2006
Bachelor of Communications - Linguistics, documentary, sound, media studies, and electro-acoustics
Concordia University
01.2003
Exchange Program - Research in communications and development of artist portfolios
École nationale des Beaux-Arts de Nancy
France01.2002
DEC - Arts & Sciences
Dawson College
01.1996
Skills
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Video and Photo Editing
- PowerPoint
- Online social media tools
- Course design
- Classroom management
- Student engagement and positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Instructional and educational technology
- Dependable and responsible
- Task prioritization
- Adaptable and creative
- Organizational growth
- Peer mentoring
- Cultural awareness
- Project management
Volunteer Experience
- Founding member of Charles LeMoyne Alternative Nature-Based School.
- Community garden member with Club Populaire des Consommateurs.
- Volunteer at Inter-Tribal Youth Center of Montreal (workshops and training).
- Academic support for James Lyng High School (students with ADHD, dyslexia, and behavioral issues).
- Board member for DESTA Black Youth Program and CPE Pointe Saint-Charles (developed environmental policies).
Publications
- Les Haïtiennes ouvrent la voie, Chatelaine Magazine, 2009, Photojournalism
- Cartes Postales du Cambodge, Chatelaine Magazine, 2006, Photojournalism
- Les femmes du Moyen-Orient, Chatelaine Magazine, 2004, Photojournalism
Languages
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in French
Affiliations
- Alto choir member - Choeur Saint-Armand
- Stanbridge East dance association - dancer in group
- Quilting association of Stanbridge East
- Playing music - guitar
Accomplishments
- MAPAQ - 98% graduating grade for professional kitchen administrator - healthy and safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Eastern Township School Board
01.2019 - Current
Board Member & Secretary
Seeds of Diversity, seeds.ca
01.2019 - 01.2023
Organic Farm Worker
Terre Fruitière
06.2016 - 01.2017
Social Media Promoter
Soil FoodWeb Inc.
06.2016 - 09.2016
Owner
Semences Bio Le Noyau Organic Seeds
01.2016 - Current
Programming & Logistics Administrator
Strawberry Moon and Crow Moon Indigenous Knowledge Festival
01.2015 - 01.2016
Environmental Education Teacher
Montreal School Board (EMSB) BASE Program
01.2013 - 01.2014
Head of Logistics
Mycélium Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Founding Member
Nature-Focused Alternative Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Consultant
Jacques-Rousseau High School
04.2011 - 04.2011
Pedagogical Consultant
Riverview Elementary School (CLC)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Coordinator
DESTA Black Youth Network
01.2008 - 01.2009
Administrative Coordinator
La Centrale Powerhouse Gallery
01.2006 - 01.2007
Post Production Coordinator
National Film Board of Canada (NFB)
01.2005 - 01.2006
Director
01.2005 - 01.2006
Audio-Visual Technician & Videographer
Concordia University
01.2000 - 01.2006
English Teacher
Sesame Street School, Taiwan
01.1996 - 01.1998
Fundraiser
Greenpeace Quebec
01.1996 - 12.1996
GED -
Dawson College - Chemistry
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
Concordia University
Bachelor of Communications - Linguistics, documentary, sound, media studies, and electro-acoustics
Concordia University
Exchange Program - Research in communications and development of artist portfolios
École nationale des Beaux-Arts de Nancy
DEC - Arts & Sciences
Dawson College
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