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 member of a teaching teaming. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occasional Teacher
Niagara Catholic District School Board
Welland, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behaviour in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, and playgrounds.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Provided guidance for students with special needs, including those with IEPs.
- Instructed students in a variety of academic subjects utilizing differentiated methods of teaching and the classroom teacher's day plans.
Independent Contractor
Beyond the Classroom
St. Catharine's, ON
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
- Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and successes.
- 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.
Server
Cosmo's Diner
Thorold, ON
12.2015 - 05.2025
- 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, 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 high volume of daily customers.
Literacy Mentor
Brock Learning Lab
St. Catharine's, ON
08.2022 - 04.2025
- 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.
Literacy and Math Mentor
DSBN Summer H.E.A.T, BLL
St. Catharine's, ON
07.2023 - 07.2024
- 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 Assistant
Brock Learning Lab
St. Catharine's, ON
02.2021 - 06.2022
- 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 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.
Team Leader
McDonald's
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
02.2017 - 11.2021
- 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
Fonthill, ON
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. Catharine's, ON06-2025
High School Diploma -
Thorold Secondary School
Thorold, ON06-2018
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
BSc/BEd Integrated Studies J/I-Science General
- Deans Honours List- Year 3 and Year 4
Certification
- Brock Learning Lab Online 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
- Ontario College of Teachers Transitional Certificate of Qualification (#739875) - January 2025
Timeline
Occasional Teacher
Niagara Catholic District School Board
01.2025 - Current
Independent Contractor
Beyond the Classroom
10.2023 - Current
Literacy and Math Mentor
DSBN Summer H.E.A.T, BLL
07.2023 - 07.2024
Literacy Mentor
Brock Learning Lab
08.2022 - 04.2025
Literacy Assistant
Brock Learning Lab
02.2021 - 06.2022
Team Leader
McDonald's
02.2017 - 11.2021
Server
Cosmo's Diner
12.2015 - 05.2025
Cashier/Attraction Operator
Howells Family Pumpkin Patch
08.2014 - 11.2016
BSc/BEd Integrated Studies J/I-Science General -
Brock University
High School Diploma -
Thorold Secondary School
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