Fiona Miller

Enthusiastic and flexible with an understanding that providing a safe and accepting environment is key to student success. In my time as a high school classroom teacher I have taught a variety of subjects at all levels, including English, all Canadian studies, law, and music. Prior to teacher's college I was on the TDSB emergency supply list, and worked with special needs students for three years.

Elementary Teacher at The Trillium School (2022-09 – 2023-06)

Utilizing a variety of instructional approaches, I taught grade three, with a focus on student achievement and personal development.

• Worked with staff to foster a sense of community within the school.
• Modified approaches to better meet the needs of individual students.
• Regularly met with parents to ensure student progress and achievements were fully communicated.

Personal Support Worker (2018-08 – 2020-02)

Worked in-home with two elderly clients with dementia and Alzheimer's.

• Provided frontline physical, mental, and emotional support.
• Performed all meal preparation as well as maintaining the house.
• Assisted with all activities of daily living.

High School Teacher at Peak Centre Academy (2012-10 – 2024-06)

Using creative instructional approaches, I taught a range of subjects, and focused on student success and personal development. Collaborated with staff to develop a feeling of community, and met regularly with students in a guidance capacity.

• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Developed curriculum guidelines for the school, and assisted newer teachers with assessments and reports.
• Frequently met with administration to review student progress and develop improved strategies.
• Maintained ongoing communication with parents.

Occasional Teacher at Toronto District School Board (2002-09 – 2007-06)

While on the emergency supply list I provided instruction and facilitated learning in grades JK-8

• Regularly supplied in special education or behavioural classes.
• Monitored classroom behaviour and modeled social skills and conflict resolution to address challenges.

Special Needs Educator at St. Gabriel Child Care Centre (2001-09 – 2004-08)

Developed programming for special needs students in pre-school to grade two.

• Help integrate special needs students into classroom activities
• Provided intensive behavioural intervention while working with students with autism.

Bachelor of Education – University of Ottawa (2013-05)

Bachelor of Arts – University of Ottawa (2012-05)