Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
School-based Reading Specialist
NL Schools
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2019 - Current
Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for differentiating instruction based on the needs of individual students.
Developed and implemented reading intervention plans for struggling students.
Facilitated small group instruction in literacy activities such as guided reading and literature circles.
Assisted classroom teachers in developing curriculum materials related to reading instruction.
Implemented evidence-based practices such as Response To Intervention models when delivering services.
Combined Grades Teacher (grade 5 & 6)
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NL Schools
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2018 - 06.2019
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Grade 6 Classroom Teacher
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NLESD
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2007 - 06.2018
Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure student success.
Assistant Principal Replacement
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NLESD
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2015 - 10.2015
Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
Developed a positive school climate by building effective communication within the school.
Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
Classroom Teacher, Various Grades
Labrador School Board
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
09.2001 - 06.2007
Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to support student learning.
Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
Grades kindergarten, 3, 4, 5, 7, and Instructional Resource
Substitute Teacher
Labrador School Board
Wabush, Newfoundland and Labrador
05.1996 - 06.2001
Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum, Teaching And Learning
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
St John's, NL
08-2007
Bachelor of Education - Primary Methods
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
St. John's, NL
04-1996
Master of Education - Reading Development And Instruction
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
St John's, NL
Skills
Teacher Collaboration
Classroom leadership
Small Group Instruction
Literacy support
Assessment tools
Intervention Planning
Materials Preparation
Professional Committees
PRMA Elementary English Language Arts Coding Panel 2024
PRMA Elementary Math Coding Panel 2023
Science Grade 6 IWB Resource Review for Nelson Canada (2018)
Grade 6 Science Pilot Teacher (September 2017-June 2018)
K-6 Visual Arts Focus Group (Department of Education, June 2017)
Science Grade 6 - Department of Education, Curriculum Guide Writing Committee, Nelson Resource Feedback Committee, Pilot Teacher (2016-2017)
ELA Grade 6 (Department of Education, Curriculum Guide Writing Committee, Resource Selection Committee)
Religion Grade 6 (Department of Education, Curriculum Guide Writing Committee)
LNT Pilot Teacher
Report Card Revision Committee (Labrador School Board)
Timeline
School-based Reading Specialist
NL Schools
09.2019 - Current
Combined Grades Teacher (grade 5 & 6)
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NL Schools
09.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Principal Replacement
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NLESD
09.2015 - 10.2015
Grade 6 Classroom Teacher
J. R Smallwood Middle School, NLESD
09.2007 - 06.2018
Classroom Teacher, Various Grades
Labrador School Board
09.2001 - 06.2007
Substitute Teacher
Labrador School Board
05.1996 - 06.2001
Master of Education - Curriculum, Teaching And Learning
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
Bachelor of Education - Primary Methods
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
Master of Education - Reading Development And Instruction
Memorial University of Newfoundland And Labrador
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