Jacqueline Seijo
Ottawa, ON, K1B 4R8
adhry6@r.postjobfree.com
A highly motivated, accomplished, and detail-oriented professional offering a history of success in all work opportunities. Strong skill set in training and e-learning, instructional design and curriculum development. Extensive experience of 15+ years in project management and streamlining workflow. Accustomed to fast-paced and high-pressure positions. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines and deliver. Seeking to transfer skills and add value as a specialist in education in the Ottawa area. KEY SKILLS
Strong team player with clients, colleagues and management
Multi-lingual: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Galician
Visionary, result-oriented leader with significant accomplishments in new technology implementation and project management
High performing leader and motivator in attracting and inspiring staff to develop new methods
Strong client focus
Over 3 years experience in teaching, training, e-learning and educational technology support
Over 15 years of hands-on experience in business administration of an architectural firm
Practical knowledge and experience with Brightspace, Moodle, Blackboard, G Suite, Articulate Storyline, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Chief Architect, 20-20, ArchiCAD
Certified member of TESL Ontario
Certified as Google Educator Levels 1 and 2
WORK EXPERIENCE
Educational Technology Support Lead (e-learning)
English as a Second Language (ESL), Language of Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) and International Languages (IL) - Ottawa Catholic School Board Sept 2018 to present
Created and delivered needs assessment surveys to determine instructors’ individual needs as well as strengths and weaknesses
Evaluated training materials and approaches to make recommendations in the shift to distance asynchronous blended learning
Designed and delivered e-learning training through over 50 video-conference sessions in the shift from face- to-face to distance learning and prepared 22 infographics, 14 screencasts, 8 instruction guides and 24 slide presentations for participants
Carried out administrative functions including preparation of status reports for management, managing records of attendance and training requests and delivery, scheduling and organizing internal correspondence, tracking progress of tasks and making timelines
Ensured and verified that PPE was utilized by learners and instructors across 4 Ottawa School Board schools during the Covid-19 pandemic
English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language of Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Instructor
Ottawa Catholic School Board
Sep 2018 to present
Created and delivered needs assessments to determine learners’ individual needs, strengths and weaknesses and short and long-term goals including individualized plans for students with special requirements
Developed instructional design and courseware and delivered training and instruction to over 180 learners in 8 courses, using Google Classroom and Moodle as Learning Management Systems
Conducted administrative tasks such as tracking of enrolment, attendance and assessment tasks in up to 5 courses at a time and 20+ learners in each course
Researched new learner-centered teaching methods for teaching English as a Second Language
Resolved crises and conflict in a diverse and multi-cultural classroom
Engaged external speakers (city councillors, the Mayor of Ottawa, local police authorities, entrepreneurs among others) to narrow the distance between learners and their community leaders
Enabled learners to volunteer in the community
Collaborated with educational staff to provide a positive learning experience to students
Facilitated Professional Development for peers in Curriculum Development
Mentored three TESL student-teachers from Algonquin College English as a Second Language (ESL) for Building Interiors Instructor Ottawa Catholic School Board
Sep 2018 to Jan 2019
Developed instructional design and courseware for 2 pilot courses in the design of residential building interiors and delivered instruction to 18 learners
Engaged guest speakers (interior designers, architects, professors and tradespeople) in the classroom to expose learners to a variety of professionals in the field of building design Communications ENL1813(Business English)
School of Hospitality and Tourism. Algonquin College (Ottawa) Sep 2017 - Apr 2020
Planned, designed and delivered instruction in Business English to 120+ international students from over 16 countries of origin at the post-secondary level
Spanish 3 Instructor
Language Institute - Algonquin College (Ottawa)
Jan – March 2019
Planned, designed and delivered instruction of intermediate Spanish to 12 students eager to improve their Spanish language skills for study and travel
Language of Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Core Instructor
Algonquin College (Ottawa)
September 2017 – December 2018
Created and delivered needs assessments to determine students’ individual needs, strengths and weaknesses and short and long-term goals launching Google Forms surveys
Developed instructional design and courseware and delivered training and instruction to over 90 learners through 4 courses
Implemented blended learning by using EduLINC technology tools (powered by Moodle) to post content, give feedback and do ongoing formative assessment
Delivered content synchronously using advanced technology to engage learners at home with those in class
Organized 4 multi-cultural events to celebrate the diversity and cultural mosaic in the classroom
Engaged public speakers (an Ottawa Police Constable, a Volunteer Ottawa agent, an Algonquin College Employment Office agent, a Real Estate expert and an immigrant entrepreneur) to bridge the distance between students and their community
English II Instructor
Médias - Collège La Cité (Ottawa)
January 2018 to present
Planned, designed and delivered instruction at an advanced level of English to post-secondary students in Media programs
Used Brightspace as Learning Management System for posting and organizing content, assessment and grading
Basic English Instructor
Formation de base de l’Ontario (FBO) - Collège La Cité (Ottawa) October 2019 - December 2020
Planned and developed instructional content and curriculum and delivered instruction to 30+ learners in a bridge program to access post-secondary education
Coordinator of English Tutoring Center
Formation de base de l’Ontario - Collège La Cité
January 2018 to present
Managed the workload, scheduling and administrative functions of 2 tutors working with 25+ learners in the practice of English conversation at the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels Observation and Recording English Instructor
Programme Technique des Services Policiers - Collège La Cité (Ottawa) January 2018 to present
Delivered an English language course for post-secondary francophone students in the Programme technique des services policiers
Trained students in interviewing skills of victims and/or witnesses and interrogation skills of suspects or accomplices, how to conduct an investigation, take procedures, keep notebooks and conduct arrest procedures Participant in Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) Correlation Study Canadian Centre of Language Benchmarks(CCLB) (Ottawa) April - May 2018
Participated in a study with a group of 35+ Canada-wide language experts to correlate the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Determined with accuracy how the CLB matched the CEFR’s indicators and standards of language proficiency using real samples produced by learners across the world Senior Intern Architect
Jane Thompson Architect (Ottawa)
February 2015 - July 2017
Participated in the design of over 15 private residences with focus on context, zoning, programming, accessibility and aesthetics using hand-drawings and sketches as well and VectorWorks as CAD software
Conducted administrative tasks such as preparation of technical and status reports, tracking of task completion, making timelines, taking minutes, writing, writing and replying to emails and following up with clients
Prepared cost estimates with the input of trades and suppliers ensuring that the budget set by the client was financially feasible and met scope requirements
Developed functional programming and site analysis prior to production of innovative and sustainable design strategies
Interior Designer
Regal Precision Woodworking (Ottawa)
November 2013 – January 2015
Developed interior design and cabinetry design projects for over 50 clients in the residential and commercial sector
Analyzed outsourcing opportunities achieving savings of up to 60% in 30+ products
Conducted administrative tasks such as preparation of technical and status reports, tracking of task completion, making timelines, taking minutes, writing, writing and replying to emails and following up with clients
Coordinated and supervised shop production by a team of 8 workers, on an average of 3 projects at a time, and onsite installation by a crew of up to 3 installers
Estimated costs, negotiated with clients and marketed projects with budgets of up to $265K Senior Architect and Urban Planner
Owner of Jacqueline Seijo Architect (Galicia, Spain) September 1999 – May 2013
Urban Planning and Design
Designed industrial parks and entire communities
Conducted consulting work for municipal and regional governments in urban planning and rehabilitation Architectural
Owned and operated an architectural firm including marketing, securing new clientele and delivering excellent results
Conducted administrative tasks such as preparation of technical and status reports, project management activities which included organizing meetings, tracking of task completion, making timelines and following up with clients, building officials and authorities
Created building designs that satisfied clients’ needs
Ensured adherence to building code and zoning regulation requirements to secure project approval and permits from regulatory authorities, in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of buildings’ future occupants
Assisted clients in obtaining construction bids, selecting contractors and negotiating construction contracts
Used AutoCAD and ArchiCAD computer-aided design (CAD) software for schematic and construction drawings
Communicated effectively with public and private clients as well as building and planning authorities at the regional, provincial and municipal levels of government
Managed the work of a multidisciplinary team which consisted of a team of engineers, urban planners and other professionals engaged in projects
Managed complex projects including staffing the project, developing a work plan and timeline, coordinating the many different members of the team (client, consultants, contractor, building and planning authorities and material suppliers) exercising an expert knowledge of the architectural process to communicate with all parties, problem-solve, lead and deliver optimal results CERTIFICATIONS and AWARDS
TESL Ontario 2020 Sparks of Excellence Award (Toronto) November 2020 The TESL Ontario Sparks of Excellence Award recognizes and acknowledges the excellence and commitment of TESL Ontario members who provide outstanding educational experiences to their students, or who demonstrate exceptional leadership/mentoring expertise towards their colleagues and student teachers in a manner that goes above and beyond the day to day duties of their job. Google Educator Level 1 Certification May and November 2020 Demonstrated mastery and had expertise validated in advanced technology integration skills in Google tools for the classroom
Certified Member of TESL Ontario 2017 to present
First National Prize
FORMICA National Design Competition (Spain)
November 1996
Received first prize of $25K CAD in a national competition for students in their final year of architectural studies VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE
Hiking Leader
Ottawa Outdoor Club
September 2020 to present
Weekend hike leader on trails in Gatineau Park, Ottawa Greenbelt, Murphy’s Point Provincial Park and Larose Forest among others.
Program Volunteer
Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization - RAISE program December 2017 – February 2018
Planned and delivered English language instruction and guidance to an internationally trained and experienced Syrian banker and newcomer to Canada in his integration in the Canadian workplace Conversation Club Facilitator
Language Institute - Algonquin College (Ottawa)
September – December 2016
Facilitated 3 weekly English conversation circles of 4-5 participants with international students and a retention rate of over 90%
Volunteer teacher of Architecture module
École Élementaire Publique Le Trillium - Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario
Planned, developed and delivered a module on Architecture to Grade 5 students engaging them in assessing their surrounding spaces and learning about the impact of solar orientation and sunlight on our health, mood and happiness
President of Community Association
Salvemos Barro Association (Barro, Pontevedra)
Created, led and managed a community association in advocating against a high-speed AVE railway line from Ourense to Vigo (Spain) proposed by the Ministry of Public Works due to its threat of irreversibly and negatively impacting the environment, heritage, underground water supply and landscape
Conducted administrative tasks and presided meetings with association members and the board, establishing agendas, maintaining order and ruling on points of order and ensuring meetings were effective and efficient
Recommended what committees should be formed and who should chair them
Quantified the impact of the proposal by preparing drawings and documents as evidence and support
Met with political authorities at a local, provincial and national level (Madrid) to present findings, research and supporting documents
Succeeded in accomplishing the mission of having the proposal archived by the Ministry of Public Works due to acknowledgement of improved alternatives to the new railway based on the evidence presented by the association
President of Parents’ Association
Amor Ruibal Elementary School (Barro, Pontevedra)
Led a parents’ association in taking action to advocate for pedestrian safety along a national road (N-550) running through the center of Barro (Spain)
Engaged residents of Barro, elected officials, governments and other stakeholders by way of calling meetings and email correspondence
Prepared documents as evidence to support and prompt national officials and stakeholders to develop and implement a pedestrian safety plan including roundabouts, pedestrian crossings, pedestrian crosswalk lights, speed bumps and traffic signs
Succeeded in having the Ministry of Public Works plan and implement a safety plan for the urban section of the N550 road though Barro which now boasts a pedestrian-friendly town center