Kelly Ann Desjardins

313-80 Charlotte Lane, Halifax, NS, B3M 4M2

902-401-7522 Kellyanndesjardins2@gmail.com
Education
Bachelor of Education (Elementary)
Mount Saint Vincent University

2015-2017
Halifax, NS

Bachelor of Child and Youth Care - Honours

Ryerson University

2015
Toronto, ON

Child and Youth Worker Diploma

Georgian College

2013
Orillia, ON

Classroom Experience
Fairview Height Elementary

2015- 2016

Elliot Lake, ON

2012

Created and Implemented Social Skills program

Assisted in classrooms - Kindergarten to Grade 8
Established positive relationships with students, parents, teachers and school
administrators/staff
Led grade 2/3 math, language and social studies lessons
Organized and created learning stations and bulletin boards

Nantyr Secondary School

Halifax, NS

Taught Grade 4/5 classroom with 24 students.

Created and implemented innovative and engaging lesson plans, increasing studentlearning motivation.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on
differentiated learning needs to ensure all students are learning at full potential.
Explored use of technology within the classroom (smart board, chrome books, iPads)

Central Avenue Public School

2016- 2017

Taught Grade classroom with 25 students.

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Rockingham Elementary

Halifax, NS

Innfisil, ON

2012

Worked one on one with grade nine youth when extreme behaviour problems
Taught grade nine English Curriculum to eight behaviour challenged boys
Implemented activities that promoted independence in life skills classroom
Assisted in Resource Room giving extra assistance to students in need

Kelly Ann Desjardins

313-80 Charlotte Lane, Halifax, NS, B3M 4M2
902-401-7522 Kellyanndesjardins2@gmail.com
Teaching Related Experiences
Mad Science - Science Instructor

Planned, and implemented innovative Science Investigations to Grade Primary to Grade

Six students.

Peekaboo Child Care - Daycare Provider

2010 2013

Supervised and cared for children ages 6 months to 5 years

Lead children in activities such as teaching songs, preparing crafts, and reading stories
Clean and Sanitized food and play stations.

Orillia Youth Centre - CYW Counsellor

2016

2011

Created and Implemented youth oriented programs, ages 12-18

Provided informal counselling to youth
Participated in recreational activities with youth
Tutored youth in math, English and resume building

Skills and Qualifications

Great ability to multi task while maintaining close attention to details

Exceptional communication and people skills
Excellent punctuality, Motivated and Enthusiastic
Ability to make quick decision and solve problems
Works well in both leadership or team member position
Computer Skills (Dragon, Clicker 5, Smart board, Microsoft)
Excellent crafting skills for both adult and child levels
CPR, First Aid, TCI and WHMIS certified

Volunteer Experience and Accomplishments

President of Elementary for the Bachelor of Education Society

Christmas Cheer Foundation, 4 years
Received the 2009 Youth Spirit Catcher Award for the city of Barrie
Organized and held annual fundraiser Skycamping for a Cure
Graduated with over one thousand community service hours.
Organized Wye Marsh clean-up day, 2 years
Held position of Governor for the Canadian District West Junior Civitans, 3 years
Founded Kids with a Mission to aid the homeless youth

Other Experience

Kelly Ann Desjardins

313-80 Charlotte Lane, Halifax, NS, B3M 4M2
902-401-7522 Kellyanndesjardins2@gmail.com
Jack Astors Bar and Grill
Server/Bartender/Supervisor

August 2015 Present

Toronto, ON & Halifax, NS