Early Childhood Educator in Hamilton, Ontario

- Actual -Educator assistant - Actual - Freelancer Portuguese Teacher  Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts for adults and children.  Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.  Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.  Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.  Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction. Professional Development Trainer 2008 – 2... Teacher College of Portugal  Planned, prepared and delivered high quality professional development training that met the needs of different student groups taking into account individual learning styles.  Monitored progress and provided regular feedback to help manage trainees’ performance throughout the course, and actively promoted trainee autonomy and reflective practice.  Contributed to the development, evaluation, and improvement of special education teachers training courses, materials and related services, in order to meet trainee needs by actively working as a member of the training team. Elementary School Teacher 1986 - 2... Ministry of Education, Portugal  Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.  Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.  Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.  Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.  Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.