Shilpa Jamwal

Elementary school teacher with over 6 years of teaching learning experience at Primary levels. Ready to use my language expertise, cultural understanding, and proven teaching ability to help diverse learners reach their academic goals.

Early Childhood Educator at Simply Smart Childcare and Montessori (2023-09 – Present)

Early Childhood Educator at Snowfields Montessori Education (2019-05 – 2022-11)

• Designed and implemented inclusive, culturally responsive learning experiences that supported children's holistic development cognitive, emotional, social, and physical while reflecting their diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
• Created a safe, welcoming, and equitable environment that promoted children's sense of belonging, well-being, and engagement, in alignment with provincial early learning frameworks and health & safety standards.
• Observed, documented, and interpreted children's learning through a lens of equity and individual strengths, using pedagogical documentation to inform planning and share insights with families and educators.
• Built strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues, collaborating to support each child's well-being, identity, and sense of self within a responsive and inclusive learning community.

Summer Camp facilitator - Early Childhood Educator at International School (2019-06 – 2022-06)

• Develop and implement creative lesson plans, including arts & crafts, storytelling, music, and sensory play.
• Supervise children to ensure their safety and well-being during all camp activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment, encouraging teamwork and friendships.
• Communicate with parents about their child's progress and camp experience.
• Maintain camp materials and ensure a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom setting.

Private Childcare Specialist at Private Childcare (2022-09 – 2023-07)

• Provide age-appropriate care for 2 to 3-year-old children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and developmental needs are met.
• Engage in activities that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development, including playtime, reading, and basic learning exercises.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the child, assist with feeding, and ensure proper nutrition.
• Help with daily routines such as potty training, dressing, and maintaining good hygiene practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating environment for the child, ensuring the space is free from hazards.
• Establish a nurturing and supportive relationship, offering comfort, guidance, and consistency throughout the day.

Elementary & Secondary Teacher at Primrose School (2018-02 – 2019-05)

• Providing an equitable and inclusive environment for every student to be able to meet their full potential.
• Prioritizing student's socio emotional needs.
• Meeting students where they are intellectually and emotionally.
• Providing several learning options, or different paths to learning, which help students take in information and make sense of concepts and skills.
• Being proactive in fore-citing problematic classroom situations and using appropriate strategies to resolve them.
• Practicing culturally responsive pedagogy to maximize student engagement and learning.
• Using a blend of explicit learning strategies like project based and self-directed learning to help students own their learning process.
• Using assessment for and as learning to improve student learning and informing the instructions.

Elementary & Secondary Teacher at Rainbow International School (2016-04 – 2017-04)

Teacher Assistant at Rainbow International School (2016-01 – 2016-04)

• Adapting classroom materials and equipment to accommodate students' physical needs, ensuring full engagement in lessons and classroom activities.
• Responding effectively with emergencies either physical or medical, including first aid and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Helping students with different abilities by tailored support for mobility and transfers.
• Adhering to established safety procedures and protocols to prevent accidents and ensure student safety during classroom activities.
• Implementing behaviour management plans when needed to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Writing incident reports in a timely manner and sharing with concerned team members.

Tutoring at Self-Employed (2023-07 – Present)

• Create and implement individualized learning plans based on students' academic goals and personal learning styles.
• Track students' progress by regularly assessing their understanding through quizzes, tests, and informal assessments.
• Provide regular feedback to students on their performance, highlighting improvements and identifying areas for further practice

Volunteer - Tutoring Students at Student Welfare Society (2018-02 – 2019-04)

Assisted the educational NGO by working as a tutor for Special Needs children using technological aids.

Assistant Professor – Chemistry at Chandigarh Group of Colleges (2012-06 – 2016-03)

Master of Education in Education – Vancouver Island University (2022-01 – 2024-01)

M.Sc. in Chemistry – Maharishi Markandeshwar University (2010-01 – 2012-01)

Bachelor of Education in Non-Medical – Himachal Pradesh University (2010-01)

Diploma in ECEA – Sheridan college

Course in French – Sheridan college