CHS Research Chair of Teaching and Learning

• Jun 2023 - Present

As shared on the Crofton House School's blog:"Andrea’s research will be based on the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) which guides the development of flexible learning environments and learning spaces that accommodate individual learning differences. Andrea has observed that CHS student learning needs continue to evolve with an increased number of students who are supported with learning resource plans. While the learning resources department works with targeted student populations, Andrea is interested in how to more actively integrate accommodations to enhance learning in the general classroom population.When we support students who have additional learning needs, often those accommodations can have benefits for the whole class. Her research will focus on how to expand the application of UDL principles in classrooms to further support our inclusive learning environments. This will be done by creating a framework where teachers can leverage a learning resource teacher in more areas of the learning process.Andrea hopes to contribute to the CHS learning community by supporting her colleagues in developing learning programs, not just in areas of action and expression of student learning, but also to manifest UDL principles in how students engage in and share their learning." Show less

Learning Resource Teacher

• Jan 2022 - Present

Grades 6/7 Support Teacher

• Sep 2020 - Jan 2022

• As a new position, established roles and responsibilities to meet the needs of teachers and support students• Worked collaboratively with a variety of teams - Students, the Middle School Teachers, Associate Teachers, Learning Resources and Administrators• Established, organized and managed the Accommodated Learning Program for Grade 6 students • Taught the Social and Emotional Learning program in a variety of classes and worked directly with Grade 6-7 Coordinator to analyze survey data Show less

Grade 6/7 Humanities Teacher

• Sep 2019 - Sep 2020

• Creating a classroom community based on Social and Emotional Learning to ensure students feel safe and comfortable to take risks and learn• Integrating Language Arts and Social Studies curriculum to expand on understanding of topics through critical thinking and exploratory activities• Developing essential questions to facilitate and encourage deeper understanding of why the material is important and students’ personal opinions• Using technology, Seesaw and G Suite, to drive student learning and to execute formative and summative assessments • Providing opportunities for student autonomy in exploration of material through inquiry and sharing of information • Consistent professional reading and attending professional development to better understand the specific needs of girls in the Middle School • Implementing online learning with synchronous and asynchronous lessons, assessment and supporting student well being Show less

Grades 3 - 5 Teacher

• Jul 2017 - Sep 2020

• Uncovers the BC Curriculum through an integrated and theme-based approach (no subjects) • Students shared their learning through independent and group projects and presentations • Worked with iPads and the G Suite to facilitate and organize student learning • Used a variety of apps - Stop Motion Pro, Explain Everything, Book Creator, and Tynker - for students to share their learning • Combined grade levels allowed for a truly individualized learning journey for each student • Teach a diverse group of students with regards to social and emotional development, academic level and English language development • Work collaboratively with experts (Speech Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists) to support the students in the classroom • Work with the school base team in planning and executing themes for each Community • With the teaching team, developed a goal setting program individualized for each student - focusing on literacy, numeracy, social and emotional learning, and physical goals - intention to bring together the student, parent, and school community Show less

Grade 1 Teacher

• Sep 2012 - Jun 2014

• Worked with grade team to develop a child centred and meaningful program through integrated units • Implemented learning centres in the classroom to ensure all students learning needs are being met • Assessed incoming Senior Kindergarten and Grade 1 applicants • Was part of a pilot program to implement a new assessment tool • Implemented iPads in the classroom as a tool to support students' learning • Worked with grade team to develop a child centred and meaningful program through integrated units • Implemented learning centres in the classroom to ensure all students learning needs are being met • Assessed incoming Senior Kindergarten and Grade 1 applicants • Was part of a pilot program to implement a new assessment tool • Implemented iPads in the classroom as a tool to support students' learning