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Education

Doctor of Philosophy – Kinesiology and Healthy Sciences (York University)
2025 - current

Master of Arts (University of Toronto / OISE)
2014

Bachelor of Education (Nipissing University)
2007

Bachelor of Health (York University)
2006

Employment (University)

Course Director - York University - Faculty of Education

Teaching courses that prepare teacher candidates in theory, practice of education, mathematics and health and physical education; Primary, Junior and Intermediate Divisions

Working with community organizations to connect with teacher candidates and school based learning;

Collaborating with the Faculty in designing, evaluating and improving our teacher education programs.

Working collaboratively, problem solving, and team building with other seconded, tenured-stream and contract faculty members.
2023 - 2026

Sessional Teaching Faculty - Wilfrid Laurier University - Faculty of Education

Teaching Health and Physical Education courses that prepare teacher candidates in theory and practice of education
2025

Employment (Secondary)

Regional ELD Itinerant Teacher - Bayview Secondary School
Provide ELD (English Literacy Development) programming to English language learners with learning opportunity gaps due to interruptions in formal education;

Provide targeted and intensive culturally responsive and relevant curricular programming to bridge formal learning opportunity-gaps in a timely and efficient manner;
2022/23

Teacher Liaison (K-12) - Inclusive Schools and Community Services (YRDSB)

Advised system leaders in mediating and resolving issues of equity and inclusivity that may hinder the achievement and well-being of students, and have an impact on relationships between schools, communities and the system (e.g., dismantling systemic barriers for students)

Support the goals of the Inclusive School and Community Services unit in addressing the ongoing Equity and Inclusive Education implementation needs of the Coordinating Superintendent of Education - Equity and Community Services,
2019-2022

Regional Performance Plus Elementary Teacher (YRDSB)

Fostered multi-stakeholder partnerships through the Triple P network, after-school programs, food security and homework support initiatives for those impacted by poverty.

Lead in design and implementation of school improvement plans (SIPSA) in collaboration with partners to collectively focus on the strengths and needs of students and their families before they reach schools.
2016-2018

University Service Activities

Consecutive Primary/Junior BEd Application File Reading Committee

Reviewed and evaluated applicant files for the Consecutive Primary/Junior BEd program using established Faculty of Education criteria.

Assessed academic preparation, experiential learning, and demonstrated commitments to equity, community engagement, and teaching readiness.

Contributed to admissions decision-making processes that supported fairness, transparency, and diversity within the teacher education program.
2023-2026

Jane/Finch Direct Entry BEd File Reading Committee

Participated in the planning, workshop, mentoring and evaluation of applications for the Jane/Finch Direct Entry BEd program, a pathway designed to support community-based access to teacher education.

Reviewed applicant narratives with attention to lived experience, leadership, and community involvement alongside academic achievement.

Supported equity-informed admissions practices aimed at increasing representation of underrepresented communities in the teaching profession.
2024-2026

Secondee Hiring Committee

Collaborated with committee members to design questions and update interview criteria to reflect equity and accommodations to diverse candidate experiences.

Served on a faculty hiring committee responsible for reviewing and interviewing candidates for secondee instructional roles.

Evaluated candidates' teaching experience, pedagogical knowledge, and alignment with Faculty of Education priorities, including inclusive and responsive teaching practices.

Contributed to collaborative decision-making processes to support high-quality instruction across teacher education programs.
2024-2026

Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) Feedback Panel

Participated in a provincial feedback panel providing practitioner-informed input to the Ontario College of Teachers.

Contributed perspectives on teacher education, professional standards, and emerging issues impacting educators and teacher candidates and course structures.

Supported the refinement of policies and practices through critical dialogue grounded in classroom, community, and faculty-based experience.
2025

Ontario Universities' Fair - Faculty Representative

Represented the Faculty of Education at the Ontario Universities' Fair, engaging with prospective students and families.

Provided information on teacher education pathways, admissions processes, and program structures across consecutive and concurrent BEd programs.

Supported recruitment and outreach efforts by responding to inquiries related to program access, equity pathways, and professional preparation.

Awards

President’s University Wide Teaching Excellence Award
2026

PHE Physical Health Education – Canada Impact Award
2026

York University Graduate Scholarship
2025

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