Kathy T.
Private tutor in Toronto, Canada
Education
Education 1) B. Ed. Bachelor of Education, Junior/Intermediate (General Science). Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE/UofT) 2014- 2015 2) H.B.S. Honours Bachelor of Science, Double majors in Human Biology and Zoology, Minor in sociology. University of Toronto 2009- 2014 Additional Qualifications • English as Second Language, Part 1 July 2015 • Primary Division July 2015 • TRIBES Certified June 2015 • Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR/ AED Level C August 2014
Experience
ESL and Science Teacher Current • ESLCO and ESLEO High School Teacher • Designs and teaches ESL and science lessons through multiple mediums and technologies. • Collaboratively creates engaging Ontario Curriculum units with a team of teachers. • Creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for international students away from home. Private Tutor 2015- Current • Assisted students in achieving 2-3 grade level increases (eg. from C to A) • Assess student needs and areas for improvement • Provide detailed progress reports following each session • Devises individual lesson plans that cater to specific needs of students • Creates activities and exercises that enhances creativity and academic achievements Child and Youth Counselor Toronto Community Hostel May 2013- Jan. 2017 • Devises and implements the children’s program that offers children, often victims of poverty, to work through their experiences and develop new skills. • Creates social, cultural, physical, and age appropriate developmental activities for children and youths ranging from 4 to 17 years old • Teaches creative and didactic lessons based on the Ontario Curriculum to children and youths needing in-shelter schooling. • Provides orientation, E.S.L. supports, and homework help as an after school program. • Arranges parent relief, which may include time-specific babysitting, parent supports and referrals to and advocacy with daycare. Math and English Teacher, Grades 3 and 5 Sept 2015- Current Marilake Education • Teaches numeracy lessons using three part math lessons with relevant examples to make math more meaningful and understandable. • Designs lessons that are engaging and hands-on with sensitivity towards varying skill levels. • Provides descriptive feedback each week to students maximizing understanding and success. • Keeps progress notes and reports to track academic and social development • Creating inclusive environment for students across diverse cultural backgrounds, academic levels, and age levels. Student Teacher, Early Literacy Support April-May 2015 Ellen Fairclough Public School • Developed Leveled Literacy Intervention programs for at-risk students in various classrooms. • Created science lessons using technology and hands-on experiments for grade 7 and 8 classes. • Took initiative to assist the Parent Council activities. Planned and prepared mental health awareness conference with parents. • Worked closely with parents and community to maximize their involvement in school activities • Managed the Morning Breakfast Club with other teachers to ensure students are well nourished and ready to learn. • Ran the school wide origami club during lunch to foster creativity and to immerse students into different cultural art forms. Student Teacher, Grade 6 and 7 April- May 2015 Markham Gateway Public School • Designed and implemented units in literacy (writing conventions), math (number sense), and social studies (natural disasters). • Adapted curriculum to fit student needs, provided individual and small-group instruction when necessary • Devised small-group math lesson for at-risk students in another grade 7 math class. • Provided IEP accommodations and extra support for students with ADHD that allows for excess energy levels by going for word scavenger hunt walks and scheduled motor breaks. Student Teacher, Grade 8 Feb- April 2015 Mount Joy Public School • Liaison between OISE/UofT and Mount Joy Public School. • Planned and delivered units in math (number sense & patterning and algebra) and literacy (poetry and literary devices). • Worked with grade 8 team to implement media literacy unit using technology such as iPads, video recorders, and computers. • Assisted with Mount Joy International Film Festival where students showcased their media literacy films. • Collaboratively created success criteria with students and gave descriptive feedback to maximize student success. Student Teacher, Grade 6 Oct- Nov 2014 Armadale Public School • Developed and executed units in math (number sense), literacy (narrative writing), and science (flight and space). • Assisted in planning the school choir and their performance in the Christmas Concert. • Provided extra help for students before and after school. • Helped identify students at risk and ensured that appropriate interventions were in place. • Volunteered as a Cantonese translator for the parent-teacher interview. • Built a strong and positive rapport with teachers, parents, and administration. • Took part in school meetings and briefings- worked as a team, supporting teachers in spreading and sharing good practices.
Subject Expertise
3rd Grade4th Grade Writing4th Grade Science4th Grade Reading4th Grade math4th Grade3rd Grade Writing3rd Grade Science3rd Grade Reading3rd Grade math5th Grade2nd Grade Writing2nd Grade Reading2nd Grade math1st Grade Writing2nd Grade1st Grade1st Grade Reading1st Grade math6th Grade Writing8th Grade Science8th Grade Reading8th Grade math8th Grade7th Grade Writing7th Grade Science7th Grade Reading7th Grade math7th Grade8th Grade Writing6th Grade Science6th Grade Reading6th Grade math6th Grade5th Grade Writing5th Grade Science5th Grade Reading5th Grade math
Availability
Weekends at any time, Weekdays after 3PM
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
• Music: flute, piano, and choir. • Sports: badminton, field hockey, and cross-country running. • Technology: interactive storytelling, website design, and filmmaking.
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