About Me

NAMRATA VERMA                                    IMG_2192

Specialism(s): (Biology & Chemistry)

Experience: 1 year

Status: Teacher Candidate

Nationality: Canadian

 

 

PERSONAL STATEMENT:

It has always been my passion to be a teacher and my dream to see more of the world; which is why I am honored to be considered for this position.   I believe being a teacher provides a certain level of satisfaction and accomplishment that no other profession can offer me.  Seeing my students grow and develop is what keeps me driven, and challenges me to be to be better not only as a teacher but as a person.  In turn I love to challenge my students and encourage them to think in new and interesting ways.  Ultimately my philosophy on teaching is that when used properly traditional text book teaching methods and kinesthetic methods can create a synergy that enhances the overall learning experience; and I relish the idea of being able to utilize my methods with your students.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

TEACHING IN COMMUNITY FIELD EXPERIENCE                      04/2016 – 05/2016

High school affiliated with Southwest University, Chongqing, China

Year/Courses Taught: Private school, International department Grade/Year 10 Science

  • Hands- on activities, demonstrations /PowerPoint, Overhead projector were used in teaching (access to internet in class).
  • Maintained an orderly classroom environment, by ensuring proper classroom etiquette, positivity and respectfully.
  • I also taught in public school where they were not able to understand English very well with help of interpreter and it was unique experience and learned about how ESL student feels when they come to Canada or different country.

 

CHEMISTRY/BIOLOGY TEACHER                                11/2015 – 11/2015 and 02/2016- 04/2016

Burnaby South Secondary School, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Year/Courses Taught: Grade/Year 9 Science, Grade/Year 10 Science, Grade/Year 11 Chemistry, Grade/Year 12 Chemistry AP

  • Hands- on activities, demonstrations /PowerPoint, Kahoot, Overhead projector were used in teaching (access to internet in class, lab apparatus, chemicals).
  • Maintained an orderly classroom environment, by ensuring proper classroom etiquette, positivity and respectfully.
  • In grade 11 Chemistry, I planned a lesson based on Significant Figures. I also planned a lab based on Graphing as a means of seeking relationships, and this was delivered effectively in class.
  • Burnaby South, is also a school for deaf. This school also has a lot of international students; mostly their first language is not English. So for such students it is critically important for me to plan lesson which includes visuals, hands on activities and ELL level of language for students need.
  • I also like to perform an un-demo for creating inquiry in class, games based on content knowledge.
  • I did my short and long practicum with my School advisor and Faculty advisor.

 

MATHEMATICS TEACHING ASSISTANT                                     10/2012 – 04/2015

Trent University, Peterborough, ON, Canada

Year/Courses Taught: First Year statistics (MATH1005Y)

  • Facilitated student discussion groups and provided peer tutoring & mentoring, using classroom resources (white board, internet).
  • Evaluated and provided feedback to students on their progress.
  • In corporate to be respectful and valued their work and efficiency.
  • Demonstrated great attention to detail by ensuring all quizzes, tests, exams, and assignments were marked accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Most of the students were international, and few students with special needs.
  • Showcased teaching ability by demonstrating proper application of certain theories / formulas, in Math club.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Education                                                                  09/2015 – 08/2016

Secondary Biology and Chemistry

University of British Columbia, Canada

Bachelor of Science                                                                       09/2011– 08/2015

Major: Biology and Chemistry

Trent University, Canada

Secondary School Diploma                                                         09/2009 – 06/2011

Woburn Collegiate Institute, Canada

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:                                                                                                      

  • Preventing and Addressing Workplace Bullying and Harassment Training Course                                                                                                     12/2015
  • Student Accessibility Services                           12/2014 and 04/2015
  • Apprenticeship Program: Advanced Customer Service                           07/2015
  • Current CPR Certification                                                                        10/2013

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE:

TELESALES AGENT                                                                                          07/2012 – 08/2015

ROGERS COMMUNICATION/ZEDD CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS, TORONTO

  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills by interacting with variety of clientele from across Canada.
  • Mentored and supported fellow agents in the development of their technical ability and salesmanship.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE                                                                                  03/2011 – 08/2011

WIND MOBILES/TELECOMUNICATION, TORONTO

  • Managed entire store, demonstrated excellent knowledge for each and every product and plans to offer customers.
  • Conducted multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure customer satisfaction and efficiency

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

NOTE TAKER                                                                           09/2014 – 04/2015

TRENT UNIVERSITY/STUDENT ACCESSIBILTY SERVICES, PETERBOROUGH                                   

  • Volunteered to support students with disabilities and special needs by assisting in note taking
  • Attended all class regularly to take organized, concise, and well documented notes, and provided students with explanations and feedback for notes provided

YOUTH VOLUNTEER                                                                  10/2009 – 05/2011

CROSS CATHOLIC SERVICES/ YOUTH HOST GROUP, TORONTO                                         

  • Created projects to encourage learning and communication amongst the new comers to Canadian youth participants. Incorporated certain developed activities to encourage participation and social interaction / awareness.
  • Organized Field trips for new comers to Canada to showcase Canadian Culture, lifestyle, points of interest and improve familiarity with surroundings

INTERESTS:

  • Painting
  • Crafting
  • Swimming
  • Travel

 

REFERENCES:

  • Name: Mr.Russel Pattyson

Title: Grade 10,11 Science / Chemistry Teacher

School: Burnaby South Secondary School

Telephone: (604) 664-8560