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Amy Warr

Amy Warr

Physical Education Teacher

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Halifax, Halifax Regional Municipality30 CAD/hourMember since December 14, 2022
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About

I graduated as a physiotherapist in 2002 and worked for a short time before taking time to travel. One of my most valuable life experiences was teaching English as a Second Language in South Korea and travelling throughout Southeast Asia. That is where I developed my love for working with children and teaching. I am now a fully certified teacher with over ten years of experience in Canada.

I specialize in Physical Education, but have taught a variety of subjects throughout my career. Although my passion lies in Elementary PE, I have also taught Secondary PE, Math, Science, Health and Elementary Classroom subjects.

Being a life-long learner, I am always striving to be the best version of myself while helping others achieve their goals. Through close relationships with students, I've intertwined academic learning with character building. I challenge my students to think critically in a collaborate setting and develop their communication skills from day one.

I pride myself on doing the little extras like coaching and providing extra help. These small things make a big difference to the schools, students and families I’ve had the pleasure of working with.

When I’m not teaching, you can find me outside in my garden, running, swimming, exercising or playing sports. I enjoy living an active lifestyle with my two sons and husband.

Experience

  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION, MATH, HEALTHY LIVING TEACHER 09/2019 to 06/2022 
    • Forest Heights Community School | Chester Basin, NS, CAN 
      • Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy and kinesiology to design safe, effective activities in PE for students in grades 9 - 12. 
      • Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness in grade 9 Health. 
      • Provided varying levels of modified math instruction to grade 10-12 students. 
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION, GRADE 3/4 HOMEROOM TEACHER 01/2018 to 06/2019 
    • New Ross Consolidated School | New Ross, NS 
      • Developed creative plans in PE for optimal engagement for students grades K to 8. 
      • Managed school equipment and coordinated all extra-curricular activities.
      • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure for the success of grade 3/4 students in ELA. 
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION, MATH AND TEXTILES TEACHER 02/2017 to 06/2017 
    • Wolfville School | Wolfville, NS, CAN 
      • Continually assessed skills, teamwork, and student movements in grades 1 to 5. 
      • Planned, developed and executed grade 6 math lessons to exceed NS standards. 
      • Developed project-based textiles activities to promote hands-on skills to grade 7s. 
  • GRADE 6 TEACHER 09/2016 to 11/2016 
    • Chester Area Middle School | Chester, NS, CAN
      • Collaborated with co-teacher to ensure all outcomes were being met and to ensure modifications for struggling students were being addressed. 
  • GRADE 6 HOMEROOM TEACHER 09/2015 to 06/2016 
    • Hebbville Academy | Hebbville, NS, CAN 
      • Integrated technology into grade 6 classroom in assessments “for” and “of” learning. 
  • MATH TEACHER 04/2015 to 06/2015 
    • Hebbville Academy | Hebbville, NS, CAN 
      • Designed probing questions to ignite curiosity and learning in grade 8 math.
      • Supported inquiry-based learning for grade 7 students to build measurement skills. 
  • MATH ENRICHMENT & SUPPORT, SCIENCE, HL TEACHER 09/2013 to 04/2014 
    • Chester Area Middle School | Chester, NS CAN 
      • Supported math enrichment and development with students grades 6 to 8.
      • Promoted physical, mental and social development using healthy living activities. 
  • MATH TEACHER 09/2012 to 06/2013
    • Hebbville Academy | Hebbville Academy, NS, CAN 
      • Provided meaningful grade 9 math instruction to ensure high levels of success. 
      • Co-taught problem-solving inquiry-based science elective for grade 9 students. 
  • MATH, SCIENCE, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, HEALTH TEACHER 01/2011 to 06/2012 
    • New Ross Consolidated School | New Ross, NS, CAN 
      • Planned, prepared and taught math lessons, supporting individuals in grades 7 to 9. 
      • Compiled information to create engaging science lessons to grades 8 and 9.
      • Implemented differentiated lessons in sports, dance, gymnastics to grades K to 9. 
      • Conveyed health and well-being concepts in health to grades 6 and 7 students. 
  • PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER 09/2010 to 12/2010 
    • Centre Consolidated School | Centre, NS, CAN 
      • Created captivating dance, volleyball and gymnastics PE lessons for grades 8 and 9. 
      • Developed new intramural activities to engage larger populations.
  • VISITING ESL PROFESSOR AND ESL TEACHER 09/2003 to 08/2008
    • Dankook University, Various Employers | South Korea 
      • Developed engaging lesson plan materials to improve basic and conversational ESL. 
      • Chose appropriate books, developed materials, performed level testing.

Education

  • Bachelor of Education | Elementary, Physical Education, Math 08/2010
    • St.

      Thomas

      University, Fredericton, NB, CAN 

    • Elementary Methodology with Major in Physical Education and Minor in Mathematics
  • Additional Courses | Physical Education 2008-2009 
    • University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, CAN 
    • 2008 - Awarded Scholastic Distinction Dean's Transfer Citation in Physical Education
    • Physical Education and Math courses to apply for BEd.
  • Bachelor of Science | Physiotherapy 04/2002 
    • Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, CAN 
    • 1998 - Entrance Scholarship $4000 
    • 1999 - Dean's List, GPA: 4.15, 1999 - $1500 Scholarship.

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