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Paolo Melardi

Tonypandy

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the Toronto District School Board, specializing in individualized learning support and social-emotional learning. Expert in fostering positive behavior and engagement through activity-based learning, enhancing student success and parental involvement. Committed to continuous professional development and integrating diverse perspectives into the curriculum.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Learning Support

Suppleo Teaching Agency
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.

Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2000 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.

Teacher

Marlowe Child And Family Services
09.1997 - 11.1999

Supporting teens requiring intensive educational, emotional and behavioural interventions.

Education

PGCE - Education

Coventry University
Coventry
06.1993

Bachelor Arts Honours. 2:1 - Humanities

University South Wales
Treforest
06.1992

Skills

  • Individualized learning support
  • Visual learning
  • Social-emotional learning support
  • Reinforcement learning concepts
  • Positive behavior support
  • Attention deficit support
  • Visual supports
  • Activity-based learning
  • Social-emotional learning

Certification

Additional learning qualifications - ASD/ Attention Deficit / TDSB

Art Therapy certificate

Interests

I love to travel, play sports and listen to music

Timeline

Learning Support

Suppleo Teaching Agency
09.2024 - Current

Teacher

Toronto District School Board
09.2000 - 06.2023

Teacher

Marlowe Child And Family Services
09.1997 - 11.1999

PGCE - Education

Coventry University

Bachelor Arts Honours. 2:1 - Humanities

University South Wales
Paolo Melardi