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Curriculum Vitae
Jennifer Harris Shanghai, Putuo District, China
PROFILE & QUALITIES
SEEKING PRIMARY or SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHING POSITION
Motivated, driven and enthusiastic teacher with a devotion to the development of student learning in any environment. Skilled in innovative, creative and diverse teaching strategies. Maintains a positive, enriching learning environment in and outside of the classroom. Believes strongly in peer-led learning and incorporates a variety of learning strategies and activities in every teaching opportunity. Consistently strives to find new ways to communicate in both student and faculty based settings.
As a result of my education, travel and work history, I consider myself to be a well-rounded and
experienced individual who can apply a number of skills, talents and competencies to any teaching position. The following list includes what I believe to be my strongest personal attributes and experiences:
Program and curriculum development Team leadership skills Communication and social skills Quick learner with a knack for acquiring and effectively applying knowledge and concepts to the task
at hand Thrive in new and challenging environments Enthusiastic and efficient worker both as an individual and as part of a team Effective problem solver and creative thinker Computer skills; particularly with Microsoft Office, Smartboard technology, and Google products and
services Organized and effective, particularly in planning and writing Student centred learning
Experience in diverse group settings and learning styles
Student evaluation and assessment
Unit and course planning
ESL teaching
Math and English tutoring
International curriculum (IPC & IMYC)
ESL program coordination
Extensive experience in differentiation based on learning, behavioural, and language needs
School club organization (Student Council, Cooking Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Newspaper Club, Film
Club)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
[BA] Education — University of Windsor (SEPTEMBER 2009 – MAY 2010)
With a focus at the Intermediate/Senior level - Grade 7 - Grade 12 Concentrations on teaching History and English
Additional Qualifications in Education : Guidance and Career Studies (SEPTEMBER 2014 - DECEMBER 2014) Additional Qualifications in Education : Junior/Intermediate (JANUARY 2013 - APRIL 2013)
[BA](Hons) Arts — University of Windsor (SEPTEMBER 2005 – APRIL 2009) Concentrations in History, English, Psychology, and mentorship and learning Specific interests included education, World War history, Islamic history, children's literature, and course development
OSSD — Kennedy Collegiate Institute (SEPTEMBER 2001 – JUNE 2005)
Actively involved in: student council, all school social events, and volunteerism and charity Graduated with honours
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATION
Social Sciences Teacher - Blyth Academy, Ottawa (February 2016 - APRIL 2016)
Taught Equity and Social Justice and Understanding Canadian Law to grade 11 and 12 students in a private school setting Worked closely with students to help facilitate their knowledge, skills and understanding of a variety of challenging and
abstract topics relating to the course material Taught a full course in an intensive ten week term while maintaining creative, diverse and well-structured lessons and
experiential learning
Occasional Teacher with the OCDSB (September 2015 - June 2016)
Was available daily for supply work at the elementary school level Cared for and was responsible for the delivery of daily lesson plans left by the classroom teacher and did so in a
professional and appropriate manner Adapted to a variety of learning atmospheres, styles, and expectations on a daily basis
ESL & High School Foundations Teacher - Young People's Language School (JUNE 2015 - JANUARY 2016)
Taught ESL to international students using the English Proficiency Program over the course of a seven week intensive course
prepared international students for entrance into Canadian high schools by delivering lessons focussing on course selection, Canadian culture and heritage, necessary credits to graduate, and code of conduct in Canadian schools
differentiated lessons appropriate for a variety of language, cultural and behavioural needs
Teacher and Summer Programming Coordinator - Sylvan Learning Center (APRIL 2015 - JULY 2015) Taught the Sylvan program (a three-to-one style of learning in which the teacher helps children falling behind in reading,
writing and math) Marketed, planned, organized and taught the summer camps run at Sylvan including Sylvan EDGE Robotics and Coding
Emergency Supply Teacher with the OCDSB (MARCH 2015 - JUNE 2015) Was available daily for emergency supply work at the elementary school level Cared for and was responsible for the delivery of daily lesson plans left by the classroom teacher and did so in a
professional and appropriate manner Adapted to a variety of learning atmospheres, styles, and expectations on a daily basis
OFIP Tutor - Stittsville Public School (FEBRUARY 2015 - MARCH 2015)
Worked with the Ontario Curriculum to support Grade 5 students struggling in both Math and English topics Planed one hour tutoring sessions that are both engaging and helpful for a group of five children with varying needs and
abilities Managed teaching two subjects at once while maintaining all students attention, interest, and focus on the task at hand
Year 6 Teacher — International School of Koje, South Korea (SEPTEMBER 2013 – AUGUST 2014) Worked from the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), which provides children with multiple opportunities to engage in
skill-based learning and to develop international mindedness through various creative and academic outlets Maintained clear and effective communication between all stakeholders (parents, teachers, students, principal)
consistently throughout the school year Organized the school's student council, amongst other important school events and programs Worked with students with a variety of language abilities, learning difficulties and needs while maintaining a balanced and
exciting learning environment
Middle School Social Studies and Language Arts Teacher — International School of Koje (APRIL 2013 – JULY 2013)
Worked from the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), which supports teaching to multiple intelligences, as well as providing engaging, interactive and critical thinking opportunities for children
Emphasized the importance of international mindedness in a classroom community with a variety of cultural, language-based and experience-based differences
Independently introduced the IMYC Curriculum to the Middle Years team and developed unit plans without assistance or training
EAL (English as an Additional Language) Teacher and Program Coordinator — International School of Koje (SEPTEMBER 2012 – APRIL 2013)
Taught children from an international community who needed EAL (English as an Additional Language) support in reading, writing and oral communication
Worked in a consistently changing environment and thus maintained adaptability to new learning styles, approaches, schedules and planning methods
Coordinated the EAL program which included program development, policy writing, professional development leadership, EAL research, and the supervision of EAL methods used throughout school
English/SAT Tutor and Teacher - Sylvan Learning Center (JANUARY 2012 - AUGUST 2012 and AUGUST 2010 - DECEMBER 2010)
Tutored secondary school level students in order to prepare them for the SATs (this included reading comprehension, critical thinking and essay writing)
Tutored secondary school students needing help with their English skills, including analysing texts, writing essays and general grammar and punctuation rules
Taught the Sylvan program (a three-to-one style of learning in which the teacher helps children falling behind in reading, writing and math)
ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher — Bambini English Academy, South Korea (DECEMBER 2010 – DECEMBER 2011)
Independently taught children of various ages and levels in small, interactive environments Expanded my knowledge of ESL teaching, including teaching beginner levels of Science, Math, Art, Reading, Writing and
oral communication Helped design the curriculum used within the school, including choosing textbooks, unit preparation, and ordering books
ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Educational Volunteer at Cambridge Street Public School (APRIL 2015 - MAY 2015) Assisted classroom support teacher with the teaching of Junior Kindergarden, Grade 1, Grades 4-6 Worked closely with special needs and behavioural students on various art projects and reading comprehension Helped the classroom support teacher plan activities and projects for students that meet the expectations of the Ontario
curriculum
Senior Mentor/Teacher (paid position) (JANUARY 2008 – DECEMBER 2008) Spent a year working for the University in training and teaching future mentors Attained excellent working experience in the teaching field and honed down on oral and communication skills
Fostered multiple discussions, group projects and presentations regarding learning and teaching History at the University
level
Mentor to First Year Students (undergraduate program) (JANUARY 2007 - DECEMBER 2007) Spent one semester training and one semester interacting and mentoring undeclared and misguided first year students
SELECTED SKILLS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND TRAINING
Workshops and Presentations: Attended and presented at the WILU Conference on the UBC campus in Kelowna, B.C. (MAY 2008)
The conference focused on information literacy and critical thinking in education Attended a series of workshops which addressed issues in developing critical thinking in the classroom, as well as
innovative ways to create interactive and exciting learning environments Personally presented the Mentorship and Learning program at the conference
Attended Professional Learning Series workshops at the University of Windsor`s Faculty of Education (SEPTEMBER 2009 - MAY 2010)
Parent Teacher Conferencing Effective Classroom Management Assessment and Evaluation Boundary Issues for Educators Impacting Student Learning
Attended professional development sessions at the International School of Koje (AUGUST 2012 - JULY 2014)
EAL program coordination EAL support IPC & IMYC curriculum training Learning-focussed classrooms
COURSE DESIGN
Creation of a First Year History Course (JANUARY 2008)
Worked with a History Professor and fellow student at the University of Windsor in creating a first year course Volunteered my perspective on first year history, and designed course assignments and projects which were implemented
in the class Gained a better understanding of the work that goes into the creation of a course and improved my skills in planning class
material for a large unit/course
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in:
MS Word MS Publisher MS Power Point MarkBook ActiveInspire Smart Board Technology Google Drive Google Docs Dropbox OneDrive Schoology Gradebook
REFERENCES
References Available Upon Request
