Work & Writing Samples
As you navigated through my online portfolio, you became familiar with my background and teaching philosophy; I hope that by navigating this page, you get the chance to see how that philosophy comes to life through my work.
Lesson Plans
Silly Pumpkins
In this lesson, students create and name their very own silly pumpkins.
(Quebec Education Program)
Skip Counting
In this lesson, students learn to skip count by 2,3,5 and 10 using different manipulatives.
(Quebec Education Program)
Apple Theme Words
In this lesson, students are introduced to the apple picking theme and learn the keywords through a hands-on activity.
(Quebec Education Program)
Introduction to the coordinate plane
In this lesson, students are introduced to the coordinate plane, graph images on the plane and engage in a fun game.
(New York Common Core Standards)
Apple Theme Lowercase Letter Printing
In this lesson, students learn how to correctly print lowercase letters by comparing letters on a dotted line to parts of an apple tree.
(Quebec Education Program).
Text to Self Connections
In this lesson, students learn the reading comprehension skill of making connections from their lives to the text they read.
(New York Common Core Standards)
Assessments & Evaluations
Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBI) & Behaviour Intervention Plan (BIP)
A behaviour assessment and intervention plan to support a hypothetical student who engaged in frequent out-of-seat behaviours and distracting peers.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
This IEP is based on a hypothetical student and is based on the results of the following assessments:​
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Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition (WISC-V)
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Woodcock-Johnson IV (WJ-IV)
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Beery Visual Motor Integration; Motor Coordination, & Visual-Perception subtests
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Test of Handwriting Skills- Revised
Sample Data Collection Templates
This document includes three data collection templates based on hypothetical student goals in reading and behaviour management.
Student & Parent Resources
Family Newsletter
A family newsletter discussing cyberbullying: the facts, signs, how to talk to children about it and helpful resources.
Safety Flyer
In this safety flyer, caregivers learn important tips for supervising their children on the playground
Visual Schedule
This simple visual schedule was designed to help a young boy with ASD get through his morning routine.
Visual Schedule & AT Device
This visual schedule was designed as a visual reminder and assistive technology device for a teenager who has ASD and is non-verbal. The schedule allows her to order a drink at a cafe by typing in her order as she checks off the steps in the schedule.
Other
Intervention Design
This paper describes an intervention I designed to help children regulate challenging emotions. The intervention is based on several evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Intervention (CBI), Social Narratives and Sensory Based Interventions.
A review of the novel Wonder from the perspective of a special education teacher
The story "Wonder" follows a young boy named August's first year at a mainstream private middle school and the challenges he faces because of how others understand his craniofacial disorder. In this paper, I review the novel from the perspective of a special education teacher.​
Jordan’s Deinstitutionalization Plan
Under the direction of the
Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Jordan has begun a 10-year plan to close all institutions currently serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. This paper discusses the 10-year plan.
Developmental Appropriateness of
"Daniel Tiger's Neighbourhood"
This paper discusses the developmental appropriateness of the curriculum and media techniques of the PBS TV show "Daniel Tiger's Neighbourhood"
The Effect of Early Menarche on Adolescent Depression
This paper discusses the effects of early menarche on adolescent depression through the lens of developmental psychology.
The Bioethics of Prenatal Screening
This paper discusses the bioethics of prenatal screening. On the one hand, it promotes informed choices and reproductive autonomy but on the other hand, it can be seen as a form of eugenics.