Curriculum Vitae

Let my teaching fall like rain and my words descend like dew, like showers on new grass, like abundant rain on tender plants (Deuteronomy 32:2) 

Professional Profile

Eager to lead students and teachers in a Christian educational environment that assists parents in their covenantal responsibility to train their children in the fear of the Lord

• Experienced in instruction of school-aged children as a result of volunteer activities, student-teaching placements, classroom teaching, and special education teaching.

• Experienced in leading staff and adult volunteers.

• Dedicated to bringing professional knowledge and passion to all areas of Christian education.

Education, Honors, and Certifications

Bachelor of Arts (English, Religion)

Bachelor of Education (Junior/Intermediate)

        Redeemer University College, Ancaster, ON.  2003-2007.

        Certified in Junior/Intermediate (4-10) education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

        Heritage Christian School, Jordan, ON. 1995-1999.

Certifications

   Ontario College of Teachers #531253

   AQ Special Education, Part 1 (2008)

Courses/Workshops

   ELDI:  Educational Leadership Development Institute (2012)

   Introduction to Elementary School Administration (2011)

   Leaders Managing Change (2011)

Awards

   2003-2007 Redeemer UC Dean’s Honours List, Presidential Scholarship

Maintaining a GPA above 9.5 out of 12 throughout university

Key Qualifications

•   Certified in Junior/Intermediate (4-10) Education.

•   Effective communication skills:  leading meetings, training staff, public speaking, writing

•   Ability to recognize and develop unique gifts in students and staff

•  Passionate about covenantal, Reformed education that is Christ-centred, teacher-directed, and student-oriented.

Work Experience

Teaching

• ·          2008-2014, Heritage Christian School

                Classroom teaching for 4 years, special education teaching for 2 years
                One year administrative experience

Manufacturing

• ·          June 1999-2008, Timberwood Custom Kitchens, Inc.  Wainfleet, ON.

Involved in manufacturing, installation, and service of kitchen cabinets.

Volunteer Experience

• ·          2008-present Vineland Free Reformed Church.  Vineland, ON

Presented the Cadet ministry to the congregation and consistory in 2008.

Implemented program and served as head counselor for 5 years.  Responsible for organizing, planning, communicating.

Counselor trainer for 3 years.  Presentations/workshops delivered include: “Counselor Certification,” “Motivating Boys,” and “Discipline to Discipleship.”

Currently President of Berean Council East board.  Responsible for leading board meetings, coordinating subcommittees, and communicating the vision of Cadetting. 

•      1998-2008  

               Volunteered as:  youth leader of youth groups from age 6-17, mission trip worker, and
               speaker for Sunday services at old age residence

Interests     

•  Reading, guitar, carpentry, children's literature, sports, theology 

We will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders He has done.    Psalm 78:4b