Name
Lydia Abebe
Gender
Female
Date Of Birth
12 Month 12 Day 1993 Year
Marital Status
Single
Nationality
Canada
Current Address
36 Kennet St, London UK
Date Of Starting
8 Month 1 Day 2018 Year
Desired Location
Big City Medium City Not specified
Desired Pay Per Month
more than 2.2 milion won
Type of housing desired
Single Housing Not specified
Degree you have
BA/BS
Saturday Work
Impossible
Teaching level desired
Kindergarten Elementary
Education
background
YORK UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in English, June 2017
Bachelor of Education (Primary/Junior), June 2017
Work Experience
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
LANSBURY LAWRENCE PRIMARY SCHOOL, London, UK
Year 5 September 2017 – Ongoing
• Planned units of instruction and assessment for units in all subjects (mathematics, science, topic, English, geography) with differentiated tasks according to key performance indicators, using varied and creative approaches to develop independent/collaborative thinking while using methods of inquiry amongst students
• Support achievement across various learning abilities by providing various resources, and levelled tasks to facilitate student engagement and applicable challenges to each learner
• Co-ordinated learning with various department heads and supported SEN students with a child-centered approach to their well-being
• Monitor student achievement regularly by using varied assessment tools and data to inform my planning and teaching
• Created a recycling club for select classes through the school to create awareness about environmental protection and foster an attitude of community and advocacy amongst students
PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
ELDORADO PUBLIC SCHOOL, Brampton, ON
Grade 6 September 2016 – May 2017
• Planned and taught lessons on local biodiversity, paying special attention to creating cross-curricular connections to social studies and language arts (pertaining to local city development, indigenous relations, critical literacy, and using technology to facilitate collaborative/inquiry-based learning with an emphasis on clear organization and communication of thinking)
• Planned, taught, and assessed units in data management and probability with a specific focus on developing core numeracy skills, teaching for understanding and providing effective strategies to empower students in their learning and prepare them for EQAO testing, making accommodations and modifications for various student abilities
• Planned, taught, and assessed an inquiry-based unit in Social Studies, regarding Canada¡¯s role in the world, seeking to promote student engagement, curiosity, critical thinking and questioning (regarding social justice and equity concerns), and collaboration in a modern, 21st century classroom through independent and group research, presentations, and debates, culminating in a news podcast project which provided strong academic information and student opinions regarding a specific issue of interest to promote agency, interest, and learning, making accommodations and modifications for various student abilities
• Differentiated my instruction, materials, expectations, and assessment tools according to various learners¡¯ needs in order to accommodate and ensure student success
• Volunteered as a member of the school¡¯s Me to We chapter, Gay-Straight alliance, and Black History Month council, where I supported the students and teachers in planning/facilitating meetings with the aim of promoting equity, inclusion, and social justice within the school and in other communities/countries (where applicable)
• Collaborated with my mentor teacher and co-planned/taught lessons; implemented behaviour/classroom management strategies while teaching (such as progressive discipline and restorative practices) to support and encourage students to be their very best and achieve their goals while exemplifying Peel¡¯s model character traits (caring, co-operation, honesty, inclusion, respect, responsibility)
HOMESTEAD PUBLIC SCHOOL, Brampton, ON
Grade 2 September 2012 – June 2013
• Planned and taught co-curricular lessons in all subjects (health and safety, visual art, language arts, mathematics, science) with a focus on developing literacy and numeracy skills (critical thinking, teaching for understanding, language development, emphasizing clear organization and communication of thinking)
• Planned, taught, and assessed units in perimeter and area, and probability with a specific focus on developing core numeracy skills, teaching for understanding and providing effective strategies to empower students in their learning, providing various assessment tools (ex. tests, centers, anecdotal evidence) making accommodations and modifications for various student abilities
• Planned, taught, and assessed an inquiry-based unit in science, regarding coral reefs (and cross-curricular connections to language arts and visual arts), seeking to promote student engagement, curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration in a modern, 21st century classroom through independent research on a coral reef organism of their choice, report and story writing using the information they gathered, and artistic representation of their organism of choice in a class coral reef mural
• Differentiated my instruction, materials, expectations, and assessment tools according to various learners¡¯ needs in order to accommodate and ensure student success
• Volunteered as a member of the school¡¯s Talent Show council, where I supported the students and teachers in planning/facilitating meetings and practices, and worked to support the final production
• Collaborated with my mentor teacher and co-planned/taught lessons; implemented behaviour/classroom management strategies while teaching (such as progressive discipline and restorative practices) to support and encourage students to be their very best and achieve their goals while exemplifying Peel¡¯s model character traits (caring, co-operation, honesty, inclusion, respect, responsibility)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OXFORD LEARNING CENTRE, Brampton, ON
Teacher January 2016 – August 2017
• Support students in grades K-4 in the core competencies of language and math with a focus on learning skills/strategies
• Plan and implement targeted lessons that focus on specific student needs to support their individual learning styles and needs
• Assess the success of implemented strategies and lessons, and modify plans accordingly in a responsive and proactive manner
• Act as a liaison between parents, staff, and management
MALTON NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES, Malton, ON
Program Facilitator July 2016 – August 2017
• Design, plan and implement inquiry-based and child-centered learning opportunities/programming for children ages 2-6
• Support community-based learning and relationship building amongst families present, facilitating and supporting responsive measures to the changing needs and gaps in the community
• Design and implement strategies for community engagement, working with community members and partners to facilitate better access routes for families
• Ensure that the program operates in safe and positive environments for participants and staff, addressing safety concerns promptly, with a focus on using proactive methodology
• Compile and produce accurate record-keeping systems for family attendance
• Act as a liaison between parents, staff, and management
PLASP CHILDCARE SERVICES, Mississauga, ON
Assistant Director November 2015 – August 2017
• Plan, organize and implement child-centered programming for children/youth ages 2-12 in diverse subjects (such as music, visual arts, physical activity, and science) in adherence to the City of Toronto and PLASP standards
• Establish rapport with students, parents, and critical family members by using a variety of targeted events to develop communication, support, and involvement
• Enhance student engagement for learning and participation by creating safe and interactive learning environments
• Develop and implement successful strategies to support children by self-managing their behaviour
• Compile and produce accurate record-keeping systems for child, staff, and volunteer attendance
• Supervise, and provide support and feedback to classroom volunteers
MALTON NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES, Malton ON
Youth Coordinator August 2015 – October 2015
• Designed, planned, implemented, and oversaw all aspects of a homework club program and afterschool program geared towards youth in grades 1-8, and effectively increased enrolment in both programs
• Led, trained, supervised, coached, and supported staff and volunteers for both programs
• Ensured that all programs operated in safe and positive environments for participants, staff, and volunteers, addressed safety concerns, focusing on using proactive methodology
• Planned, budgeted, and maintained detailed records of financial responsibility with the afterschool program
• Compile and produce accurate record-keeping systems for child, staff and volunteer attendance for statistics and reports submissions
• Acted as a liaison between youth programs and the Youth Manager on a regular basis
• Provided practical counselling and referrals to youth on a one-on-one basis