Jordan Hannah
Interim PYP Coordinator at Stratford Hall- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Teacher Certification
Government of British ColumbiaJun, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Google Certified Educator Level 1
GoogleAug, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Teacher Certification
Ontario College of TeachersJun, 2013- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Stratford Hall
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interim PYP Coordinator
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Jan 2022 - Present
In collaboration with the MYP and DP coordinators, I successfully planned and implemented a school-wide self-study practice that allowed faculty and staff to reflect on the present achievements and areas for growth in the school. I also collaborated to create a programme development plan that focused on improving the inquiry practices of all teachers across the continuum through action research. I helped collect data on current best practices in inquiry based teaching and learning at the school, including capturing videos and lesson plans as highlights. This data informed me when researching and presenting professional development opportunities to staff that included attendance at the Toddle TIES 2022 conference, and IB online workshops.I collaborated with an artist in residence, to plan and integrate their knowledge and expertise in art and storytelling into units of inquiry, deepening student understanding about First People's Principles of Learning. I participated in the IB Review, playing a key role in the Programme Development Plan focused on improving the inquiry practices of our teachers for better student outcomes. As part of this process, I documented examples of the inquiry cycle throughout the PYP and used the data to discover areas for growth.I edited and revised important community documents like staff and family curriculum guides to align with current IB standards and practices, including focuses on the learner, teaching and learning, and the learning community. These important changes helped align Stratford Hall's current vision and pedagocical practices with current IB and BC Ministry of Education documentation.
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Junior School Numeracy Lead
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May 2020 - Present
I acted as a member of the Pedagogical Leadership Team in the Junior School to develop horizontal and vertical alignment of the numeracy curriculum. Throughout this process, I helped develop improved communication between the teachers and the parent community about best practices in numeracy instruction. My focus was on the development of critical and creative thinking outcomes in math classrooms through the use of rich, real world tasks that put math skills to practical use.
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Grade 5 PYP Teacher
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Aug 2019 - Present
I participated as a member of the CAIS review team, critically analyzing the academic program in order to continue providing excellence in daily instruction. I volunteered as a math lead for my fellow PYP colleagues, teaching and guiding them in current best practices and pedagogy, including the works of Jo Boaler and YouCubed. My goal is helping Stratford Hall become a leader in math instruction that encourages critical thinking, supported through open communication of student strategies and reasoning.I coached the Junior Co-Ed Varsity Soccer team to a city championship in 2019. I also coached the Junior Boys Varsity Basketball team, and helped coach the Senior Boys Basketball team.
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SJK School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Assistant Head of Boarding
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Mar 2018 - Aug 2019
I helped revolutionize the implementation of the SJK School boarding program. In collaboration with the boarding team, I delivered academic and social support for high school students in a residence life environment. In this context, I supported young leaders through extra-curricular programming and community involvement, utilizing contacts within the region and local universities.
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Grade 5 PYP Teacher
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2019
I created opportunities for students to engage in transdisciplinary and project based learning while improving their attitudes about perseverance and success. I implemented both the IB and Ontario curriculum within the PYP programme, developing engaging lessons that encouraged independent inquiry and critical thinking skills. I was the head coach of the U14 Boys Soccer and U14 Boys Basketball teams, while supporting the Senior Boys Varsity Basketball team.
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St. Jude's/Scholars' Hall Private School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Grade 6/7 Teacher & Grade 9 Science/Health Teacher
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Sep 2014 - Aug 2015
I created a dynamic learning environment for students of different strengths and abilities. My lessons were designed to nourish creativity through lessons based in cross-curricular, and cross-disciple planning. My goal was to influence youth to become excited about learning and leadership.Implementation of the Ontario curriculum in both the lower and upper schools.
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Grade 5/6 Teacher
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Sep 2013 - Aug 2014
Taught the Headstart program for Grades 1 - 3 during the summer months.
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GoodLife Fitness
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Canada
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Personal Trainer
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Jul 2011 - Sep 2012
I designed client exercise programs to meet their specific fitness needs, including lifestyle and nutrition suggestions to optimize success. Through fitness consultations and health assessments, I encouraged and coached clients to perform their best and find their inner athlete. I presented several small group seminars that covered topics including low back health, shoulder rehabilitation, and advanced core training. I maintained a full client pool, selling training packages that ranged between $2,000 and $10,000.
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Education
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2012 - 2013
The University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Education (BEd), Elementary Education and Teaching -
2006 - 2011
University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Honours Kinesiology
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