Occasional Teacher
October 2017 - Present
Receive last minute and prearranged teaching positions at various elementary schools throughout Perth and Huron Counties when regular classroom teachers are unavailable.
Have attended professional learning sessions on:
- Early Numeracy Assessment Portfolio and Literacy Assessment Portfolio
- Occasional Teacher Classroom Management
- The Daily Five
Library Clerk (Programming & Marketing)
April 2015 - October 2017
Perform day-to-day circulation desk activities, including checking patron materials in and out of the library’s computer system, placing holds, renewing materials, and aiding patrons in finding materials. Assist with Interloan library duties, ordering in and sending out library materials throughout the province of Ontario. Ensure book clubs (especially the Book to Movie Club) are organized and books are ordered and given out to members, with meetings and possible discussion questions in place. Develop, coordinate and market programming at the St. Marys Public Library for all ages. Manage the library’s presence on social media, concentrating especially on Facebook, participating in FOPL OMD social media pilot project. Put out a monthly newsletter to email subscribers detailing upcoming programs and events, and items available at the library related to that specific month. Keep track of statistics monthly to keep the library and the board up-to-date on use of the library and its services.
Write article for local newspaper detailing what is happening at the Library.
Legal Receptionist
2009 - Present
Assist in the day to day operations of a small law office by performing secretarial duties by answering phones and preparing legal documents, reports and billings dealing with real estate and corporate clients. Also aid in keeping the office technologically sound by maintaining the computers and fixing any issues that may come up.
Adult Learning Instructor (Contract)
February 2017
Prepared and delivered three-day lesson on Computers for Work, Learning and Life - a hands-on computer class that focused on the basics of using a computer (what are the different parts?; how do you find something on your computer?) and basics of using the internet (making an email, using the email, attaching files to an email, searching the internet efficiently, using the internet for job search opportunities).
"Roadster"/Corporate Communications Assistant
Spring/Summer 2016
Helped develop, produce and hand-out newsletter for businesses and citizens of St. Marys by attending construction meetings. Helped create a liaise between the construction team and possibly concerned people in town by using the knowledge gained at the meetings for the newsletter and for time spent out on the streets where I would answer questions, quell concerns and help people get to the businesses they were hoping to get to. Developed safety plan for self and other Roadster to ensure we had ways to keep ourselves out of danger and protect selves if needed.
Digitization Coordinator
Organized and executed the digitization of over 3000 photographs in the St. Marys Museum’s collection for the Picture St. Marys website. Spoke to various community groups about the project and its importance to the museum and the Town of St. Marys.
Children's Program Coordinator/Curatorial Assistant
Developed summer children’s programs that integrated fun activities with learning about the past and the community. Performed various research tasks related to the community, architecture and genealogy. Assisted the curator in day-to-day operations of the Museum including attending historical association meetings and aiding in the planning and implementation of a large project whereby an addition was added to the existing structure.
EDUCATION
University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Education
Obtained a Bachelor of Education for Primary and Junior grades. Emphasis on Balanced Literacy, with electives on literacy in Kindergarten, and teaching students struggling to read and write.
Additional Qualifications obtained since then:
Special Education, Part 1
Religious Education, Part 1
Teacher Librarian, Part 1
Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature, with a focus on drama, poetry, Canadian Themes and Shakespeare.
Minored in Psychology, with emphasis on child and adolescent development
CERTIFICATION
Ontario College of Teachers
Member in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers since June, 2010.
Registration #: 584543
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
St. Marys Heritage Committee
Current member of the Heritage Committee in the Town of St. Marys, Ontario.
Perth Care For Kids
Current Board Member, representing St. Marys.
April 2015 - October 2017
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Check out the Social Media Campaign I did for
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Write article for local newspaper detailing what is happening at the Library.
Legal Receptionist
2009 - Present
Assist in the day to day operations of a small law office by performing secretarial duties by answering phones and preparing legal documents, reports and billings dealing with real estate and corporate clients. Also aid in keeping the office technologically sound by maintaining the computers and fixing any issues that may come up.
Adult Learning Instructor (Contract)
February 2017
Prepared and delivered three-day lesson on Computers for Work, Learning and Life - a hands-on computer class that focused on the basics of using a computer (what are the different parts?; how do you find something on your computer?) and basics of using the internet (making an email, using the email, attaching files to an email, searching the internet efficiently, using the internet for job search opportunities).
"Roadster"/Corporate Communications Assistant
Spring/Summer 2016
Helped develop, produce and hand-out newsletter for businesses and citizens of St. Marys by attending construction meetings. Helped create a liaise between the construction team and possibly concerned people in town by using the knowledge gained at the meetings for the newsletter and for time spent out on the streets where I would answer questions, quell concerns and help people get to the businesses they were hoping to get to. Developed safety plan for self and other Roadster to ensure we had ways to keep ourselves out of danger and protect selves if needed.
Digitization Coordinator
Organized and executed the digitization of over 3000 photographs in the St. Marys Museum’s collection for the Picture St. Marys website. Spoke to various community groups about the project and its importance to the museum and the Town of St. Marys.
Children's Program Coordinator/Curatorial Assistant
Developed summer children’s programs that integrated fun activities with learning about the past and the community. Performed various research tasks related to the community, architecture and genealogy. Assisted the curator in day-to-day operations of the Museum including attending historical association meetings and aiding in the planning and implementation of a large project whereby an addition was added to the existing structure.
EDUCATION
University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Education
Obtained a Bachelor of Education for Primary and Junior grades. Emphasis on Balanced Literacy, with electives on literacy in Kindergarten, and teaching students struggling to read and write.
Additional Qualifications obtained since then:
Special Education, Part 1
Religious Education, Part 1
Teacher Librarian, Part 1
Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature, with a focus on drama, poetry, Canadian Themes and Shakespeare.
Minored in Psychology, with emphasis on child and adolescent development
CERTIFICATION
Ontario College of Teachers
Member in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers since June, 2010.
Registration #: 584543
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
St. Marys Heritage Committee
Current member of the Heritage Committee in the Town of St. Marys, Ontario.
Perth Care For Kids
Current Board Member, representing St. Marys.