Resume
Natalie Visser
727 First St.
PO Box 687
Wyoming ON
N0N 1T0
E-mail: natalievisser@trentu.ca
Phone: 226-880-1050
Education
Bachelor of Education
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2015-2016
5-Year Concurrent Education Program
Intermediate and Senior Divisions
Biology and Chemistry
Bachelor of Science
Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario, 2011-2015
Dean’s Scholar
Majors in Chemistry and Biology
Ontario Secondary School Diploma
St. Michael Catholic Secondary School
Stratford, Ontario, 2007-2011
Ontario Scholar
Additional Qualifications
Teaching and Learning Through e-Learning AQ
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2017
Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction Part 1 AQ
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2017
Intermediate Mathematics ABQ
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2017
Religious Education Part 1 AQ
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2017
Special Education Part 1 AQ
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2016
Religion Preservice Course
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2015
Gained knowledge and skills for teaching in Ontario Roman Catholic Schools.
Work Experience
Long Term Occasional Teacher
St. Anne's Catholic Secondary School, Huron Perth CDSB
Clinton, Ontario November 2017 - December 2017
This 6-week LTO experience allowed me to gain experience in planning and delivering lessons in the SBI3U evolution and animal systems unit, as well as the SNC2D chemistry and physics units. I also gained experience in creating and marking various types of formative and summative assessments.
Long Term Occasional Teacher
St. Anne's Catholic Secondary School, Huron Perth CDSB
Clinton, Ontario September 2016 - February 2017
Planned all four units in SNC2D course. Delivered rich and engaging lessons from the SNC2D curriculum. Differentiated for varying needs of students in the classroom. Conducted formative, summative, and diagnostic assessments. Was involved in extra-curriculars including school fundraisers and coaching the swim team.
Daily Occasional Teacher
Lambton Kent District School Board 2017 - Present
St. Clair Catholic District School Board 2017 - Present
Avon Maitland District School Board 2016 – Present
Huron Perth Catholic District School Board 2016 - Present
Carried out classroom teacher’s lesson plans and managed classroom behaviours in order to create a positive learning environment. Interacted with students in various schools, subjects, and grade levels. Took on various jobs with extended days, including covering two weeks of reading intervention at Sacred Heart School in Wingham, as well as 4 weeks of SNC1D at FE Madill Secondary School in Wingham
Practicum Experience
Educational Programmer
Science North
Sudbury, Ontario March 2016 (3 weeks)
During this alternative practicum experience I had the opportunity to teach a group of 9-11 year old students various science concepts through engaging, inquiry-based activities during March Break Camps. Planned activities for a week long camp on human kinetics for 6-8 year olds that will be taught in summer 2016. Observed various school programs throughout the sceince center.
Teacher Candidate - Chemistry and Intermediate Science
St. David Catholic Secondary School
Waterloo, Ontario February-March 2016 (4 weeks)
Planned and taught units in grade 10 biology and chemistry. Also planned and taught grade 12 organic chemistry and grade 11 matter, chemical trends, and chemical bonding as well as some lessons in the chemical reactions unit. Assessed students through the use of summative, formative, and self-assessments.
Teacher Candidate - Biology
St. David Catholic Secondary School
Waterloo, Ontario October-November 2015 (6 weeks)
Planned and taught units in Grade 11 genetics, microbiology and diversity. Utilised IEPs to accommodate for students with exceptionalities. Differentiated for students of all learning styles. Created and implemented assessments for, as, and of learning. Observed in a Grade 12 University/Advanced Placement class. Helped organize and lead meetings with the school eco team.
Teacher Candidate - Biology, Chemistry, and General Science
Several Schools in the Huron-Perth and Peterborough Areas
2011-2014
Observed and assisted in classes including kindergarten, Grade 8, and in various Grade 9-12 science classes. Taught various lessons in the subjects of grade 11 biology (animal systems unit) and grade 9 general science (chemistry unit).
Related Experience
Math and Chemistry Tutor
Self-Directed
April 2017 - Present
Assisted various students with needs in grade 5 and 7 math as well as grade 11 chemistry. Developed strategies to help students understand material that they were struggling with.
Camp Supervisor
Dublin Lions Summer Fun Camp
Dublin, Ontario July 2016-Present
Planned rich and engaging activities for children ages 4-12 and carried them out throughout the summer. Worked with children with various physical and behavioural special needs.
Educational Programmer
Science North
Sudbury, Ontario May 2016
Through my alternative practicum experience at Science North I secured a short-term contract to plan another summer camp all about science and discovery. This camp is for students 6-11 years of age.
SMART Board Instructor
Queen's-Trent Concurrent Education Office
Peterborough, Ontario October 2013-April 2015
Designed, planned, and led various workshops about the use of SMART Boards and other educational technology in the classroom to fellow teacher candidates. Developed technological resources for students in the concurrent education program.
Pool Supervisor, Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Municipality of West Perth
Mitchell, Ontario June 2009-August 2015
Planned and taught swimming lessons to children from ages 1-15. Experience teaching students with both physical and developmental disabilities. Coached swim team. Developed public relations skills. Took on additional responsibilities of hiring and managing staff and programming as supervisor from 2013-2015.
Pen Pal
Trent University Pen Pal Program
Peterborough, Ontario September 2011-March 2015
Promoted literacy by exchanging letters with students from various elementary schools in the Peterborough area.
Sunday School Teacher
St. Vincent De Paul Roman Catholic Church
Mitchell, Ontario September 2009-June 2011
Planned and implemented bible lessons for students ages 3-7
Other Experience
Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario 2011-2015
Event planner for the Lady Eaton College Office
Event coordinator (2012-2013) and President (2013-2015) of the Trent University Music Society
Peer Mentor for first year students at Trent University
Professional Development and Skills
Various PD Days
Huron Perth Catholic District School Board
Clinton, Ontario 2015-2016
Topics included health and safety, mathematics and inquiry, and mental health.
Standard First Aid and CPR-C
Canadian Red Cross, 2017
National Lifeguard Services
Livesaving Society 2016
B.Ed Workshops
Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario 2015-2016
Workshops included: Mental Health in the Classroom Part 1, 2, and 3, Technology in the Classroom, and Special Education.
Inquiry in the Classroom Workshop
Toronto District School Board
Kingston, Ontario 2016
Activities and Interests
Sports
Swimming, cycling, running, Inter-county and high school swim team, competing in triathlons
Music
Concert and Jazz bands in high school, Concert band at Trent University, Pit band member Queen’s University Faculty of Education Annual Musical
Volunteering
Con-Ed buddy program, Peer Pal to students with exceptionalities, volunteer with Catholic Youth Retreat (COR), member of parish council St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Mitchell On.