Nina A

OCT-certified educator with 10+ years of experience teaching and working with children and youth across classroom, camp, arts, recreation, and community settings. Experienced in differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), inclusive education, and behaviour support, adapting programming to meet diverse academic, social-emotional, behavioural, and communication needs. Collaborative educational leader with experience coaching athletics, facilitating extracurricular programs, partnering with families, and working across interdisciplinary teams to create safe learning environments.

Teacher Candidate at Toronto District School Board (2024-03 – 2026-04)

• Designed and delivered literacy instruction for 90 Grade 7/8 students across three rotating cohorts.
• Adapted instruction for a Grade 9 Physical Education class of 27 students, including 14 students with autism nd 4 nonverbal learners, using visual schedules, communication supports, and differentiated instruction.
• Planned and facilitated engaging lessons across diverse classroom settings, using clear learning goals, success criteria, formative assessment, and student feedback to guide instruction.

Game Entertainment Team Member (JFORCE) at Toronto Blue Jays (2024-01 – Present)

• Supported live game presentations across 150+ MLB games and 30+ rehearsals, appearances, and community events, engaging audiences of 40,000+ through positive communication and adaptability.
• Managed mascot operations by coordinating schedules, talent logistics, guest interactions, and safety protocols, ensuring seamless event execution in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to respond to real-time challenges while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging experience for guests of all ages.

Health and Wellness Lead at Art Gallery of Ontario (2023-05 – 2024-09)

• Supported the inclusion of 150+ campers weekly by developing individualized accommodation plans, reviewing medical information, and collaborating with families to adapt programs for children with diverse learning, behavioural, and medical needs.
• Led health and safety operations by creating individualized safety plans, coordinating emergency responses, and ensuring compliance with camp policies and procedures.
• Provided leadership and mentorship to counsellors and volunteers by supporting behaviour management, coaching staff through challenging situations, and serving as the primary liaison for parent communication.

Producer at BrockTV (2023-08 – 2024-04)

• Led multidisciplinary creative projects from concept through delivery, developing video ideas, coordinating team members, and adapting creative approaches to project goals and audience needs.
• Created visual and digital content for live and recorded programming, supported social campaigns, and collaborated across creative and technical teams in fast-paced environments.

Bachelor of Education in Intermediate/Senior - History and Health & Physical Education – Brock University (2024-09 – 2026-06)

Bachelor of Arts in History – Brock University (2019-09 – 2024-06)