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Vanessa Sider

Thorold,ON

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective individual with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with an extensive background in various educational environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as a member of a teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Contractor-Tutor

Experience Beyond The Classroom
10.2023 - Current
  • Flexible scheduling in providing multiple sessions on a needed basis
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and success.
  • Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.

Tutor-Teacher Assistant

DSBN SUMMER H.E.A.T
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
  • Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement for struggling students.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.

Literacy Mentor

Brock Learning Lab, Faculty of Education
08.2022 - Current
  • Creating strategies for successful understanding and learning
  • Ensuring the well-being of each tutee
  • Assisted students in developing basic literacy skills such as reading, writing, and comprehension.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to help students build confidence in their abilities.
  • Provided individualized support to struggling readers through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
  • Created lesson plans that addressed the needs of each student's learning style.
  • Developed and implemented activities that promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to literacy.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop differentiated instructional strategies for diverse learners.
  • Utilized technology tools such as online resources and software programs to enhance literacy instruction.
  • Instructed students on proper grammar usage, spelling rules, vocabulary development, phonics principles, and writing conventions.

Server

Cosmo's Diner
12.2015 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new servers
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, and restocking supplies..
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Provided exceptional service to a high volume of daily customers.
  • Greeting customers, and performing cash and debit transactions

Literacy Assistant

Brock Learning Lab, Faculty of Education
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Levelled Literacy Intervention to elementary-aged students
  • Ensuring the well-being of each tutee.
  • Developed and implemented literacy strategies to support reading, writing and comprehension skills for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to provide additional support for struggling readers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to design differentiated instruction activities for individual students.
  • Conducted informal assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional decisions.
  • Assisted with the implementation of interventions designed to improve reading fluency and comprehension levels.
  • Provided direct instruction in basic phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension skills.
  • Created materials such as worksheets, charts, flashcards and games to supplement lessons.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching techniques including visual aids, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities to engage learners in the subject matter being taught.

Crew Trainer-Team Leader

McDonald's
02.2017 - 10.2021
  • Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
  • Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
  • Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
  • Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.

Cashier-Attraction Operator

Howells Family Pumpkin Patch
08.2014 - 11.2016
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Assisted guests in locating rides, shows, and other attractions.
  • Answered questions from guests about available services and amenities.
  • Provided directions to areas within the attraction park.
  • Inspected tickets for accuracy and validity prior to admission.

Education

BSc/BEd Integrated Studies J/I-Science General -

Brock University
St Catharines, ON
06.2025

OSSD -

Thorold Secondary School
06.2018

Skills

  • Responsible
  • Reliable
  • Dependable
  • Works both as a team and independently
  • Flexible in assisting throughout work areas
  • Willing to learn and enhance further skills
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Building Rapport and Trust
  • Background in Tutoring

Accomplishments

  • Helped students significantly improve and achieve an average of 80% in Mathematics.
  • Improved effectiveness by integrating new resources and revamping approach.
  • Achieved Deans Honours List - Year 3 and Year 4

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Brock Learning Lab Online Literacy Support Program - December 2020
  • Brock Learning Lab Literacy Assessment & Instructional Strategies Training - December 2020
  • Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Learners in the Mainstream Classroom - October 2023
  • DSBN Math and Literacy Workshop Training - October 2023
  • ACEs YOUTH Training - November 2023

Timeline

Independent Contractor-Tutor

Experience Beyond The Classroom
10.2023 - Current

Tutor-Teacher Assistant

DSBN SUMMER H.E.A.T
07.2023 - 07.2023

Literacy Mentor

Brock Learning Lab, Faculty of Education
08.2022 - Current

Literacy Assistant

Brock Learning Lab, Faculty of Education
02.2021 - 06.2022

Crew Trainer-Team Leader

McDonald's
02.2017 - 10.2021

Server

Cosmo's Diner
12.2015 - Current

Cashier-Attraction Operator

Howells Family Pumpkin Patch
08.2014 - 11.2016

BSc/BEd Integrated Studies J/I-Science General -

Brock University

OSSD -

Thorold Secondary School

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