Lucas Todd
Sint Maarten
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and improve student's school experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Fulltime Teacher
Caribbean International Academy, Sint Maarten
08.2024 - 04.2026
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students simultaneously
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including advanced learners and students requiring extra support
- Coached and provided after school extra curricular activities such as chess and pickleball to student's aged 8-18 years olf 1-3 times a week
Short/Long-Term Supply Teacher
Durham Catholic District School Board, Oshawa Ontario
11.2020 - 06.2024
- Successfully managed large (and small) classrooms of students varying from kindergarten to intermediate
- Worked 2 full time long term assignments(>three months) as both a classroom teacher and curriculum coverage teacher
- Able to engage and build rapport with students of all ages
On-call Supply Teacher, Teacher's Assistant
Nelson Waldorf School, Nelson British Columbia
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Supplied for a variety of teaching positions (e.i. French, Woodwork, Classroom teacher)
- Successfully managed large (and small) classrooms of students varying from primary to intermediate age levels
- Able to engage and build rapport with students despite being a new face
Supply Educational Assistant
Durham Catholic District School Board, Oshawa Ontario
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Two years experience working in classrooms of all grades
- Worked four long-term assignments spanning at least 3 months
- Specifically requested for three long-term assignments
- Excels working with children of all needs and ages
Teacher at summer school program for children under 6
Summer Rays DCDSB, Ajax Ontario
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervised young children in classroom and outdoors
- Successfully aided in the growth and education of children aged 5 to 6
- Organized games and activities
- Responsible for students when off school property (i.e. field trips)
- Enjoyed interacting and connecting with young students, parents, and other teachers
Education
Masters of Science - Education Program
Medaille College
Buffalo, New YorkHonours of Communication Degree - Media Profile
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, OntarioHonours graduate - undefined
Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School
Oshawa, OntarioSkills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Managing multiple tasks under hard deadlines
- Effective working as in team roles or independently
- Public speaking
- Training and Development
- Learning styles application
- Special needs accommodation
- School event coordination
References
- Gerry, O'Reilly, Supervisory Officer and former superintendent, gerry.oreilly@dcdsb.ca, DCDSB
- Michael, Goff, Elem Principal, michael.goff@dcdsb.ca, Msgr. Philip Coffey CS
- Gerald, Huxter, Elem Principal, jerry.huxter@dcdsb.ca, St. Joseph CS
Volunteer Experience
NASC Soccer League, Oshawa Ontario, Volunteer Soccer Coach, 2016, In charge of organizing practices and games for boys under 12, Helped young kids develop soccer skills and work ethic, Balanced a winning attitude while making it enjoyable for all members of the team, Gained valuable leadership skills and respect for patience
Extracurricular Activities
Active in sports, including curling, tennis and table tennis. Enjoys a range of music styles, with training in classical piano, bass guitar and trombone. Active in sports, including curling, tennis and table tennis. Enjoys a range of music styles, with training in classical piano, bass guitar and trombone.
Affiliations
- Music enthusiast, classically trained in piano and self taught Ukulele skills. Passionate amateur curler and pickleballer.
Timeline
Fulltime Teacher
Caribbean International Academy, Sint Maarten
08.2024 - 04.2026
Short/Long-Term Supply Teacher
Durham Catholic District School Board, Oshawa Ontario
11.2020 - 06.2024
On-call Supply Teacher, Teacher's Assistant
Nelson Waldorf School, Nelson British Columbia
09.2020 - 10.2020
Supply Educational Assistant
Durham Catholic District School Board, Oshawa Ontario
01.2018 - 04.2020
Teacher at summer school program for children under 6
Summer Rays DCDSB, Ajax Ontario
01.2015 - 01.2017
Honours of Communication Degree - Media Profile
University of Ottawa
Honours graduate - undefined
Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School
Masters of Science - Education Program
Medaille College