SAKINA

SOMJI
Suite 909 - 5765 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M2M4H9
Cell: (613) 985-9099 Email: sakina.somji@queensu.ca

EDUCATION

Bachelor of
Queens University, Kingston, ON. 2015
Education

Primary-Junior Divisions

Bachelor of

Queens University, Kingston, ON. 2014
Arts (Honours)
Economics

Advanced

Jumeirah College, Dubai, U.A.E. 2010
Subsidiary Levels
Advanced Subsidiary Levels

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Grade 1

EtonHouse, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia. 2015
Teacher Candidate
Selected for the alternative practicum, to work in a primary classroom and implement
3 weeks upcoming
the PYP program to help students become active global citizens.

Grade 2

Bessborough Drive Elementary and Middle School, Toronto, ON. 2015
Teacher Candidate
Selected for the upcoming placement, to work in a Grade 2 classroom focusing on
4 weeks upcoming
developing a social studies unit plan. Responsibilities include, teaching 75% of the
regular school day, implementing effective assessment strategies and engaging lesson
plans.



Grade 4

Bessborough Drive Elementary and Middle School, Toronto, ON. 2014
Teacher Candidate
Integrated the use of iPad technology within the classroom in creating engaging lesson
3 weeks

plans using the Ontario Ministry guidelines. Researched the use of iPad integration in



improving the quality of student learning. Effectively used assessment tools and


strategies to monitor students progress. Supervised the schools field trip to the



Ripleys aquarium of Canada.

Grade 5

Bessborough Drive Elementary and Middle School, Toronto, ON. 2014
Teacher Candidate
Developed and taught a hands on science unit plan to the entire grade 5 students
3 weeks

through the use of learning centres. Collaborated with the occasional teacher in dealing



with behavioral management. Helped in organizing the Remembrance Day assembly



with two other teacher candidates at the school.




Grade 3

Bayridge Public School, Kingston, ON. 2014
Teacher Candidate
Worked consistently with a special needs group of students in developing their math
3 weeks
and literacy skills. Adhered to Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum guidelines in
creating lesson plans with differentiation. Helped in organizing the annual Bayridge road
race and managing the LCVI road race from Grades 3-6.


Grade 3

Teacher Candidate
3 weeks





Grade 2/3

Teacher Candidate
2 weeks







RELATED EXPERIENCE

House Manager

Avondale Alternative School, Toronto, ON. 2012

Developed lesson plans on a weekly basis with careful attention to the Ontario Ministry
guidelines. Adapted to different grades and environments in order to assist team
teaching in the community. Planned the school Broadway from grades 1-3 in addressing
dance practices, costume management and designing brochures.
W.J Holsgrove Public School, Kingston, ON. 2011
Adapted lessons with careful attention for students with an Individual Education Plan.
Facilitated class activities and assisted during group activities. Supported the class
teacher with administrative tasks to keep a positive flow in the classroom.

Student Life Centre, Queens University, Kingston, ON. 2013-2014

Provided accurate information on the University centre, including services, policies and
procedures. Monitored, reviewed and managed regular inventories of the facilities.
Provided excellent, professional, and outstanding customer service.

Summer Camp
Insportz Summer Camp, Dubai, U.A.E. 2011-2013
Sports Coach
Summer camp coach for young athletes between 5 to 15 years of age. Organized



cricket, football, basketball, kickball and dodgeball teams. Supervised teams during
games and coordinated everyday rotations. Recognized as the most enthusiastic.

Entertainment Host Dubai Summer Surprises, Dubai, U.A.E. 2010-2011
Worked to entertain young children in front of a live audience at a local mall. Planned
and organized games and competitions for children. Improvised skits and acts for
groups of 80 to 100 participants. Created an interactive environment for everyone to
participate in and to develop their leadership skills.




PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTS

Languages

Fluent in English, Gujrati, Hindi and Urdu. Limited proficiency in Arabic.

B.E.d Workshops
Building Futures Workshop, EQAO Workshop, and Smart board Tablet Workshop.

ESS Workshops
QCE Conference on Education, Voice Workshop, and Forest of Reading Workshop.

PLC Workshops
TRIBES Workshop, and Assessment Workshop.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

University

President of the Queens South Asian Association, NEWTS Orientation Coordinator,



Co-chair at Youth Mentoring Youth Society, Kaleidoscope buddies, and Intramurals.

High School
Head Girl, Global Young Leaders Conference Delegate, Green Committee member,



Football and Basketball teams, and Student volunteer at Wellington International.

Other Interests
Football, Knitting, Swimming, Travelling, and Skiing.