KATHERINE

MALCOLM

26 Brian Road, Bracebridge ON P1L 1A5

2016

705-641-1630


EDUCATION

Master of Teaching




University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
Concentration: Junior/Intermediate
Master of Teaching Research Paper:
Implementing prevention programs to limit
cyber-bullying in junior and intermediate grades

2014

katherine.e.malcolm@gmail.com
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Western University, London, ON
Major: Geography

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Teach Nutrition: Grade 4-6 Power to Explore March 2016

OPHEA Membership February 2016
Thompson Educational Building Webinar (TEBW): Building Blocks of Athleticism: Starts in Physical Education January 2016
Building Futures Conference December 2015
Employment Conference December 2015
TEBW: Building Positive Support and Physical Activity Experiences for Girls and Women November 2015
Social Justice and Equity Leadership in Schools Workshop April 2015
Educating the Whole Child April 2015
OFSAA: Coaching Education Program: Coaching in Ontario Schools April 2015
TRIBES Elementary Training April 2015
TEBW: UNESCO QPE Guidelines: How Teachers and Policy Makers can Invest in Quality Physical Education for All March 2015
TEBW: SPARK: The Science Behind Physical Education February 2015
Dance Workshop Hodgson Senior Public School February 2015
Emotional Intelligence: Making Decisions and Managing Stress February 2015
Reading for the Love of It Conference February 2015
TEBW: Physical Literacy Assessment and Durability January 2015
AstraZeneca Young Health Program: Youth Voice Symposium Workshop Facilitator December 2014
Wild Minds: Growing Environmental and Sustainability Education Conference Participant December 2014
Inclusion of Students with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder December 2014
TEBW: The Dream: Opening the Door to a Lifetime of Physical Activity for PE Students November 2014
Ontario Physical Literacy Summit Volunteer September 2014

TEACHING AND RELATED EXPERIENCE

2016 Present Prep Academy Tutors

Tutor Grade 1,3 & 5
Assisting Grade 1 student reading below grade level using Reading A-Z program
Using Direct Instruction approach to foster reading and writing skills for Grade 3 student
Building confidence of a Grade 5 student to develop reading comprehension, spelling and pronunciation skills

2016 Present Voice Integrative School (Toronto, ON)

Supply Teacher Grades 1-8
Performed assigned supply teacher duties effectively and ensuring all programming runs smoothly
Learned about the school community and preparing supplementary activities prior to assignment

2015 Fall

Voice Integrative School (Toronto, ON)

Teacher Candidate Practicum 3 Grade 1,2,3,6

Taught Math, Science and Music

Co-lead the Stress Reduction Club and Beading Club during lunch time
Implemented regular use of technology in the classroom such as SmartBoard, Video recording devices, computers, IXL
math programming in other to stimulate visual learners
Used stations in multiple lessons to ensure inclusivity of all types of learners
Assisted in the preparation and organization of Curriculum Night
Gained experience in balanced assessment (Communication, Observation, Product)
Provided additional time (such as recess, before and after school) to work one-on-one with those students who
required further attention to ensure the success of every student in the class
Participated in school trips and co-organized and ran Remembrance Day assembly

Hodgson Senior Public School (Toronto, ON)
Teacher Candidate Practicum 2 Grade 7.8

2015 Winter

Taught English, Health and Physical Education, Geography and Dance

Co-taught Volleyball and Cheerleading Team
Provided differentiated instruction to ensure the success of every student and accounted for multiple intelligences
Provided additional time (such as lunchtime, before and after school) to work with students who required further
assistance and support with their group dances

2014 Fall

Cosburn Middle School (Toronto, ON)

Teacher Candidate Practicum 1 Grade 6,7,8
Taught Health, Physical Education and Art
Gained experience in long range planning, communicating with parents, writing progress reports and assessments
Developed classroom management confidence in various spaces such as, the gymnasium and classroom
Participated in field trips to Food Bank and Science Centre

2015 Present Quantum Kidz: Lego Learning Program (Toronto, ON)

Educational Facilitator
Facilitated lunch time programs to teach specific concepts within curriculum in disciplines such as geometry and math,
structures and ecosystems in science, history
Provided support to build their self-confidence, problem solving, independent work, teamwork and oral
communication skills
Provided kids with opportunity to use their own imagination and creativity and a safe environment to learn, play,
empower

2015 Spring

2012 2014

2013 2014

Monck Public School (Bracebridge, ON)

Volunteer
Assisted in Regional Track & Field day
Ensured safety of kids and gained experience planning and running a regional track meet
Stand By Me Mentorship Program (London, ON)
Student Mentor
Assisted with school assignments to support understanding of curriculum
Ensured a welcoming and safe environment and fostered the building of a relationship through fun social activities
Provided physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Observed potential learning and behaviour problems among youth and reported back to supervisor
Guiding Professional Success Mentoring Program (London, ON)
Student Mentee
Worked with students in Student Success room and tutored Grade Nine students in exam preparation
Shadowed and aided support for Social Science teachers department in Geography, History, and Civics and Careers
Assisted with Guided Learning Skills class helping struggling students improve their proficiency
Mentored and worked with at-risk students

2011 Present Skate Canada Coach (London, ON & Toronto, ON)

Figure Skating Coach
Mentored both male and female figure skaters between the ages of 2-18 in a Coach role
Developed and built individual strengths and weaknesses of figure skating students
Worked alongside head coach to aid in the nurturing and development of students true potential
Supported skill development to highlight skaters talents, encouraged goal setting, and assisted students in attaining
those goals
Evaluated student performance and modified training plans to meet individual needs
Observed potential behavioral challenges and worked to support individual youths needs
Broke down skills into their fundamental components for clarity and easier progression steps

OTHER RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

2013 2016

Lake Joseph Club, Waters Edge (Port Sandfield, ON)

Supervisor from April 2015 October 2015, April 2016 - Present
Server from April 2013 September 2013, April 2014 September 2014
Organized team building training, scheduled appropriate tasks and duties to foster a positive work environment
Oversaw all server, hostess and bartender schedules and activities, responsible for staff of up to 30 at a time

Troy Langevine

Principal


Danforth Gardens PS

(416) 396-6190

troy.langevine@tdsb.on.ca

REFERENCES

Carolyn Temertzoglou


Faculty Advisor/Professor

OISE, University of Toronto

(416) 926-4744


carolyn.temertzoglou@utoronto.ca

David Finkelstein
Principal
Cosburn Middle School
(416) 396-2335
david.finkelstein@tdsb.on.ca