Teaches children with and without special needs in various subjects
Resume:
HAZEL ANN GRACE BEDRIJO BARBASA
Block ** Lot ** Sugartowne Subdivision, Filinvest 2 road,
Batasan Hills, Quezon City
e-mail: ***********@*****.***
skype: hazel.ann.grace.b.barbasa
090*-******* or (02)9452324
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To be part of an organization where I can help make a difference in the lives of children that I will teach by implementing child-centered teaching practices that will enable them to be inquirers and thus, develop a deep love for learning. QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
I am a hardworking, passionate, creative, and energetic teacher geared towards promoting progressive and IB education in the Philippines and abroad. As a teacher, it is my purpose to help children be the best that they can be in Literacy, Math, and Sciences with utmost reverence to their personhood. I am a mother of three, all of which are examples of my advocacy – learning by doing and at the same time, integrating values and explicitly helping them form their unique character. EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
2005 - 2006 - St. Joseph’s College, Quezon City
18 units Master of Arts Major in Special Education 2004 – April 2005 - Center for Early Childhood Care and Development (24 units) Pre – School Specialization Course
1993 – 1997 – Assumption College, San Lorenzo Village, Makati B.S. Psychology with an emphasis on Human Service
1989 – 1993 – Sacred Heart School, Rodriguez, Rizal High School
1982 – 1989 – St. Mary’s Academy, Pasay City
Elementary Level
WORK EXPERIENCE
August 2020 - present - The Hillside Commune
Trainor / Homeschool Teacher/Owner
- Currently operating a startup Tutorial/Homeschool Assistance Program
- Teach children and create learning experiences to students using the Inquiry and Literacy-Based Approach
- Teaches children with special needs using verbal behavior therapy November 2018 - March 2019- Blended Learning Center / Creative Corner and Learning Center-Part-Time Teacher / Behavioral Therapist
- Taught first to 3rd, 4th - 6th graders in a vertical classroom set up
- Taught Reading, Social Studies and Science
- Taught children with Special needs using Verbal Behavior Therapy August 2017 – June 2018 – Global Leaders International School, Taguig, Philippines Primary Years Teacher/Coordinator
- Taught third graders in a self-contained set up
- As a primary coordinator, I was tasked to ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of the curriculum.
- Conducted collaborative meetings with primary teachers.
- Ensured that primary lesson plans are geared towards developing a deep understanding of concepts and being able to generalize them.
August 2014 – March 2017 - Sekolah Bogor Raya, Bogor, Indonesia Language and Literacy Teacher and IB PYP Coordinator
- Facilitated Professional Development /pieces of training to teachers in Sekolah Bogor Raya and in the IB Dunia Network
- Developed Literature-based instruction and a balanced approach to Literacy to help ESL learners and at the same time teach appropriate concepts based on the IB Curriculum Framework
- Taught Language and Literacy to Kindergarten children.
- Developed a solid PG-TK curriculum based on IB Curriculum framework
- Monitored teachers’ performances and help them develop their own materials Mentari International School, Jakarta Indonesia – July 2013-June 2014
-taught Literacy, Science and Social Studies to Primary 2 children
- Used the Cambridge Curriculum Framework in teaching various subject areas
- Lead grade level activities such as school assemblies and Science Fair. Mahatma Gandhi International School – April 2011 – June 2013
- A self-contained teacher, I became responsible in teaching multi-cultural Primary 2 children with ages that range from 7 – 8.
- Taught Reading, Writing, and Language based on Balanced Literacy Framework.
- Taught Math using the Singapore Math Framework
- Used the International Primary Curriculum in designing learning activities based on themes. Pioneered, designed, and implemented the Rainforest theme for PYP 2 class. This theme became PYP 2’s signature event with Rainforest Café as a culminating activity.
- Assisted in school-wide activities such as school programs and production. July 2009 – June 2010 – Merlion International School, Surabaya, Indonesia, Preschool teacher
- Responsibilities included teaching kindergarten children, tasked at designing learning experiences that will foster development in the six major areas of learning. I also provided children with hands-on activities that enabled them to enjoy learning and at the same time acquire the necessary skills for their age.
- Headed the “MIS PRESCHOOLERS” Christmas Bazaar. This activity aimed to develop children’s social and entrepreneurial skills. May 2006 –May 2009 - Multiple Intelligence International School Foundation, Homeroom Teacher (Grade Two/Grade One)
-Responsibilities included teaching 6 -8-year-old children. I was tasked to plan and design learning experiences using the Multiple Intelligence Philosophy for children in Reading, Social Studies, Science, Writing, and Language.
-Created lesson plans using “The Teaching for Understanding” or TFU format that is geared towards mastery of learning through differentiated teaching.
-Managed children with special needs in an inclusive setup.
-Administrative responsibilities includes record-keeping of the necessary documents of children such as attendance, previous reports from schools, and developmental pediatricians.
- Moderator of Choir and Business PODS, assigned to create learning experiences to children who are interested in developing their musical/ logico mathematical intelligence.
April 2005 – May 2006, June 2010 – March 2011 - Tots at Work Developmental Center for Young Learners, Head Teacher-
- Supervised and conducted pieces of training for teachers from the Early Years and
Elementary Level.
- Tasks included teaching children in Kindergarten 2 and grade four. I was tasked in planning and designing learning experiences using the Multiple Intelligence Philosophy.
- tasked in designing programs and IEP for children with special needs in an inclusive set up
- Responsibilities included teaching pre-school children. Designed and created a curriculum using the Whole Language, and the Multiple Intelligence
- Developed Individual Educational Plan or IEP for children with special needs.
- Created and designed “Create Readers” a workshop for children ages 4-8. Used the Whole Language Approach as a tool to develop a love for reading through various literacy experiences.
- Administrative responsibilities included record keeping of the necessary documents of children such as attendance, previous reports from schools, and developmental pediatricians.
Center for Early Childhood Care and Development
- Conducted Training and Seminars on Emergent Literacy and the Whole Language Approach to Sunday School Teachers, parents and school owners.
- Taught Developmental Psychology and Introduction to Special Education as part of the Early Childhood Education Program/Special Education Program of the school.
May 2004 – April 2005 – Multiple Intelligence International School Foundation, Homeroom Teacher (Grade One)
-Responsibilities included teaching 6-7-year-old children. I was assigned to plan and design learning experiences using the Multiple Intelligence Philosophy for children in Math, Science, and Language.
-Created lesson plans using “The Teaching for Understanding” or TFU format that are geared towards mastery of learning through differentiated teaching.
-Managed children with special needs in an inclusive setup.
-Administrative responsibilities included record keeping of the necessary documents of children such as attendance, previous reports from schools, and developmental pediatricians.
February 2003 – March 2004 – Fastrackids, Preschool Teacher
- Responsibilities included teaching preschool children. Designed and created a theme-based curriculum fit for the learning styles and intelligences of each child.
- Made daily running records, anecdotal records to keep track of the children’s development.
- Administrative responsibilities included record keeping of the necessary documents of children such as attendance and previous reports from school May 2000 – November 2003 – Community of Learners, Middle School Teacher
- Responsibilities included teaching 6-7-year-old children, creating and planning a curriculum fit for the learners. Used the Multiple Intelligence and the Bankstreet Philosophy as core philosophies in creating the curriculum.
- Administrative responsibilities included record keeping of the necessary documents of children such as attendance, previous reports from schools and developmental pediatricians.
- Communicated constantly with parents regarding specific areas of concern
- Managed children with special needs in an inclusive setup. August 1999 – April 2000 – ON Semiconductor, Human Resource Generalist
-Responsibilities included assisting, facilitating, and organizing Employee Relations Functions of the company.
-Assisted in the recruitment and selection of the possible employees of the company. As a Human Resource Generalist, I conducted tests and preliminary interviews to the engineer and technician applicants.
December 1998– August 1999 – SM Incorporated, Training Assistant
-Responsibilities included conducting training programs for the newly hired and regular employees of the company such as Customer – Service Training, Orientation Programs, Self – Concept module.
- Facilitated Inventory Orientations of the company, spearheaded the “Thoughts in a Basket” project designed to develop the emotional well-being of the managers as well as the rank and file employees of the company.
TRAININGS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED
Making the PYP Happen Category 1– In-School Workshop by:Frida Wijaya
Concept-Based Workshop Category, 3 – Global Jaya Indonesia By: Fifi Anggraini
Assessment Workshop Category 2 – Global Jaya Indonesia By: Dindi Hartono
Multiple Intelligence Convention – Teaching and Parenting for the 21st century
- keynote Speaker: Dr. Howard Gardner
Right Brained Children in a Left Brained World – by: Jeffrey Reed M.A.T. University of the Philippines College of Education – Trends and Integrated Approaches in Teaching in the Early Grades
Singapore Math Festival – The first Singaporean Math Conference in the Philippines Teacher Empowerment: Continuing Professional Development and Best Practices of ELT Practitioners by: ACELT and British Council Teacher’s Club Fundamentals of Singapore Mathematics Curriculum – Marshall Cavendish Institute Inclusive Education: Educating the child with Special Needs in the Regular School by: Dr. Edilberto Dizon and the UP Special Education and Child Find Therapy Center Academe Publishing House – Teaching Math and Science – various speakers Adarna Publishing House – The Four Pronged Approach Passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers
Completed the University of Cambridge International Examinations Professional Development Course
Conducted Seminars and short training courses to teachers in Indonesia HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Reading self help and spiritual books, listening to music, cooking, thinking about thinking, coloring and painting, cooking up with creative ideas to make teaching as natural as possible, walking and talking to children and adults . CHARACTER REFERENCES:
Harvey Amos- Sekolah Pelita Harapan, Cikarang, Indonesia
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Trina Dolora Paguinto –Sinarmas World Academyl, Jakarta Indonesia
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Maridol delos Santos Bamba- TzuChi
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Gerald Donovan – Medan International School
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