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Stephanie De Luca, B.

A, RECE, MT, OCT


24 Lockie Avenue, Toronto, ON, M1S 1N4
stephanieanne.deluca@mail.utoronto.ca (647) 242-3227
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HIGHLIGHTS
Master of Teaching Degree (OISE, University of Toronto)
Registered Early Childhood Educator (Registration No. 52667)
6 years of teaching and teaching related experience
Dedicated to student wellness and support of the whole child: mind, body and spirit through the
development and use of mindfulness and breathing techniques
Actively promoting faith based leadership and integrating Gospel values in my teachings and volunteer
commitments to the Catholic church
Committed to the support and inclusion of every child through anti-discriminatory education
Devoted to creating inclusive, equitable and safe learning environments
Passionate about lifelong learning through professional development and self-reflection
EDUCATION
2016

Master of Teaching Degree, Primary/Junior Division, OISE, University of Toronto


Research Topic: Exploring LGBTQ Identity in the Elementary Classroom

2014

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Studies, Ryerson University

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2016
2015
2015
2015
2015
2015
2014

SMART Board Training (OISE)


Religious Education: Teaching in Ontarios Catholic Schools (OISE)
Building Futures: Interactive Learning & Resources, Ministry of Education (OISE)
Wild Minds: Growing Environmental and Sustainability Education Conference (OISE)
Educating Educators: LGBTQ+ Themes in the Classroom (OISE)
Master of Teaching Research Conference: Mental Health & Well Being-Holistic Education/
Gender & Sexuality in Education (OISE)
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course (Mind Health Toronto)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2015

Teacher Candidate Practicum: Grade 2, St. Brendan Catholic School (TCDSB)


Integrated SMART Board technology into various interactive lessons for a range of subject
areas including Math, Language, Art, DPA, Religion, Social Studies and Science
Co-created learning goals and success criteria with students as well as differentiated
expectations to ensure a broad definition of success
Routinely worked with students on how to provide descriptive feedback to their peers and
using that feedback to enhance their learning and influence their next steps

2015

Teacher Candidate Practicum: Grade 4/5, St. Sylvester Catholic School (TCDSB)
Applied a variety of classroom management strategies which included positive
reinforcement, clear expectations and introducing the students and staff to mindfulness based
practice, aiding in their ability to self-regulate and improve overall well-being
Designed and facilitated a series of inquiry based lessons for the Science unit on Energy

Contributed to the school community through active involvement in fundraisers, spirit days,
school inquiry based field trips and extra curricular Math workshops
2014

Teacher Candidate Practicum: Grade 4, Corvette Junior Public School (TDSB)


Planned and implemented cross-curricular lessons which challenged and engaged students as
well as accommodated and modified strategies based on individual needs
Completed student assessments for, of and as learning in a variety of subject areas based on
lessons implemented in accordance with the Ontario curriculum documents
Collaborated with the ESL teacher to discuss how to better meet the needs of the ELL
students and employed various teaching techniques to appeal to a range of learners

2013

Early Childhood Studies Practicum: Grade 1, Agincourt Junior Public School (TDSB)
Provided one-on-one intervention for students with high needs in the area of literacy

2012

Early Childhood Studies Practicum: Grade 1, Terry Fox Public School (TDSB)
Focused on motivating and encouraging ELL students in obtaining foundations in literacy

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE


2015- Present Registered Early Childhood Educator, YMCA of GTA - Bridlewood Childcare Centre
Planning and implementing child-centred programs in Preschool, Kindergarten and School
Age rooms consistent with the YMCA curriculum and emerging interests
Provide daily required documentation of childrens development and interactions
2013-2014

Program Head, YMCA of GTA Summer Day Camps


Mentored and trained Counsellors, evaluated weekly program plans, conducted performance
evaluations and assisted in implementation of programs
Ensured an inclusive, safe and engaging environment for all children, aged 5-12

VOLUNTEER WORK
2016
2015
2015
2014
2014

Grade 7/8 Confirmation Catechist at Epiphany of Our Lord Parish


Children of Our Lady Club Catechist at St. Brendan Catholic School
After School Math Club Volunteer at St. Sylvester Catholic School
Breakfast Club Volunteer at Corvette Jr Public School
Full-Day Kindergarten Math Workshop Leader at Corvette Jr Public School

REFERENCES
Roy Fernandes
Principal
St. Sylvester Catholic School
roy.fernandes@tcdsb.org
Work: (416) 393-5373
Cell: (647) 299-6892

Grant Minkhorst
Faculty Advisor
OISE, University of Toronto
grantminkhorst@gmail.com
Cell: (647) 680-0129

Kimberly Vallance-Vaughan
Teacher
St. Brendan Catholic School
vallank@tcdsb.org
Work: (416) 393-5359

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