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Samples of Work from my Kindergarten Practicum
These work samples from my Kindergarten practicum represent some of the most joyful and insightful moments of my early teaching experience. Activites like letter recognition (“Rr”) and expressive drawing (“What animal do you feel like?”) allowed students to engage in both academic and social-emotional learning. I loved watching them use creativity to connect with the learning outcomes while expressing feelings, personality, and identity. These pieces highlight the importance of hands-on, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate teaching. This practicum affirmed my belief that learning in early years should be playful, purposeful, and rooted in student voice.
Receiving a certificate of recognition during my practicum at Westmount Elementary was a meaningful affirmation of my committment to teaching and relationship-building. We were presented this award in front of the whole school during their Recognition Assembly. The recognition for demonstrating a growth mindset and making strong connections with students highlighted what I value most as an educator which is empathy, adaptablitity, and student-centered learning. Working alongside my supportive teaching partner, I focused on creating a safe, inclusive space where students felt seen and valued. This experience reinforced my belief that connection is the foundation of classroom success and that maintaining a positive, reflective mindset allows both students and teachers to grow together everyday.
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COVID Soccer Lesson for Grade 1/2 Link
During COVID, I had the opportunity to support Grade 1 and Grade 1/2 classes by leading Zoom sessions in math, reading, writing and designing at home physical education activities. One highlight was creating a mini soccer lesson with my then 9 year old daughter, that focused on ball control, movement, and fun challenges students could do safely at home or in their yard. This lesson was posted to FreshGrade for families, helping promote physical literacy during a challenging time. It reinforced the importance of creativity, accessibility, and supporting the whole child even when learning remotely. Although I did not have any prior teaching experience or understanding of what a lesson plan was, I gave it my best shot to try and stay connected with my students and provide some physical activity for them during COVID.
Voice Over Media
Place Based Voice Over Presentation Link
This Slideshow was a voice over Place Based Project I did for Social Studies.
Having participated in the Stream to Sea Program was a powerful example to share on place-based learning. Through raising salmon in the classroom and releasing them at Pine Park, students connected deeply with local ecosystems and Indigenous perspectives. Guided by Elders and experts like Gord Stewart, they explored traditional knowledge, plant identification, and environmental stewardship. The hands-on activities on pollution and water protection reinforced core science and social studies concepts. Creating a presentation to share with my cohort was incredibly rewarding as it allowed me to reflect back on the times I have been involved in it, consolidate my learning, and inspire others with the value of experiential education rooted in community and land.