Melissa Plug

2012 Thelma Ave

Brights Grove, Ontario N0N 1C0
(519) 328-6828
melissaplug@hotmail.com
Educational Philosophy
Many of my teachers have had very positive influences on me, this is something
that I would like to impart on my students. This is why I went into teaching. As a teacher,
I hope to equip my students with the necessary skills and knowledge to live happy,
healthy lives. In my classroom I want students to feel safe as well as have the freedom to
express themselves in any situation. I will create a learning environment that is
beneficial for all students regardless of their background or current situation. I recognize
the importance of student- teacher relationships, because of this I will go beyond
teaching in the classroom. Extracurricular activities provide the time to connect with
your students in a new and more comfortable environment, I would love to continue to
be involved in coaching sports or volunteering in any way that will also encourage my
students to actively participate in their school community.
Science Philosophy
We see science all around us, including ordinary things, such as the way that our
ovens work and how our bodies move, to even the most extraordinary things like walking
on the moon. This is one of the reasons that I want to become a science teacher, I am
constantly in awe of how broad the subject is and how it continues to grow. This sense of
wonder is something that I cannot wait to share with future students. My sense of
astonishment translates into curiosity, which I believe is a big part of teaching science
and being interested in the subject. I find myself captivated by the subject and
constantly wanting more. By relating the concepts to everyday life and using experiential
activities I want to inspire my students to have the same passion and drive to get
answers as I have. I will use techniques such as discovery, examination and investigation
to foster lifelong learning skills and the love for science. Relating concepts to real life
experiences is something I will strive to do in order to make learning more relevant to
students.
Teaching Experience
Lakehead Public School Board, Teacher Candidate, November 2016- December
2016
Teach Math, Art, Dance, Language Arts and History to a class of 32 grade 8
students
Actively try new classroom management techniques with a challenging class
Make accommodations or modifications to learning goals based on
Individualized Education Plans
Scholars Education Centre, Tutor, January 2016- Present
Facilitate co construction of learning goals and success criteria
Teach lessons designed specifically for each individual and help complete
worksheets aimed at enhancing their learning experience
Use manipulatives to demonstrate new concepts or build on known concepts
Lakehead University English Language Centre, Teacher, October 2016-
December 2016
Plan and deliver English lessons to up to 25 university aged English Language
Learners to enhance reading, writing, listening and speaking English
Provide individualized support for students who want additional help
Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario, Camp Coordinator, June 2016-
August 2016
Arrange and oversee day trips to local businesses
Develop and deliver a business camp program for students with learning
disabilities
Provide differentiated instruction based on each learners needs
Teaching Related Experience
Lakehead University English Language Centre, Event Coordinator, January
2017- Present
Accompany English Language Learners on day trips to local Canadian
landmarks and cultural activities
Provide opportunities for students to practice speaking English in a
conversational manner, as well as giving constructive and descriptive feedback
on how they can improve
cole Gron Morgan Public School, Volleyball Coach, November-December 2016
Teach the fundamentals of volleyball to boys in grade 4-6
Supervise biweekly afterschool practices for the team of 12 boys
Lakehead University Residence Committee, Sports Representative, September
2012- April 2015
Plan and organize residence wide sports tournaments
Explain the rules and officiate games for players of a wide range of skills
Lambton County Library, Internet Assistant, June 2015- August 2015
Provide one-on-one computer assistance to community members of all ages
Understand and demonstrate functions of numerous computer and tablet
interfaces and operating systems to users of all skill levels
New Beginnings, Personal Aid, December 2014
Provide social, recreational, educational and leisure opportunities to survivors of
brain injuries of all ages
Work with stroke and brain injury patients during their rehabilitation process
through yoga and functional fitness activities
Royal City Soccer Club, Coach, June 2014- August 2014
Teach the rules and general skills of soccer to children aged 4-12
Coordinated fun camp activities for a diverse group of young boys and girls
Responsible for safety of up to 30 children for 9 hours per day
Sarnia Boys Hockey Association, Youth Hockey Coach, October 2010- April 2012
Organize and run practices for team of 17 boys ages 10-12
Communicate with parents and players to build relationships and trust
Education
Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario
o Bachelor of Education, class of 2017
o Concurrent 5 year
o Teachable subjects Physical Education and Biology
Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario
o Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology, class of 2016
Certifications
Standard First Aid and CPR
WHIMIS certified
Interests
 Travelling, camping, hiking, biking, soccer, ice hockey, rugby, baking
2 interesting facts about Melissa Plug:
o I competed at the provincial level in jump rope competitions
o I am on the first Canadian university ice hockey team to compete in the
American Collegiate Hockey Association
Reference
Cindy Spackman
o Associate Teacher
o cindy_spackman@lakeheadschools.ca
o 1 (807) 345-1468