EDUCATION
• Diploma in Education, Faculty of Education, Brock University 2011
• Interactive Multimedia Specialist Post Graduate Diploma, Humber College 1998
• Audio/Visual Technician Multimedia Specialist Diploma, Humber College 1994
• Royal Conservatory of Music, University of Toronto: Grade 1 Examination in Guitar with First Class Honours 1990
• Royal Conservatory of Music, University of Toronto: Preliminary Examination in Rudiments 1987
QUALIFICATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS
• Technological Education, Communication Technology, Grades 9 and 10 June 2011
• Technological Education, Communication Technology, Grades 11 and 12 June 2011
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction, Part 1 July 2011
• Science and Technology, Grades 7 and 8 July 2011
• Special Education, Part 1 September 2011
• Hospitality and Tourism, Part 1 July 2012
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Peel District School Board
Occasional Teacher June 2012
Toronto District School Board
Occasional Teacher, Eligible to Hire List October 2011
Halton Catholic District School Board
Occasional Teacher May 2011
Halton Catholic District School Board
Christ the King Catholic Secondary , Georgetown, ON May 13- June 29, 2011
LTO – Guitar Teacher, Grade 10 to 12
· Planned, implemented, assessed and evaluated units of study in guitar instruction on
Compositions/ Covers
· Prepared and evaluated students for final rudiments and practical exams
· Knowledgeable with Markbooks, Trillium Report Cards
Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board
St. Aloysius Gonzaga , Mississauga, ON April 2011 - May 2011
Student Teacher - Communication Technology Grade 11-12
• Planned, adapted, and assessed video production units for students in Gr.11 & 12
• Utilized a variety of assessment and evaluation strategies to inform student progres
• Differentiated instruction to deliver effective and engaging lesson plans in Final Cut, Broadcast,
and Television Studio
• Participated in the finals at the Skills Canada Competition in Waterloo, Dufferin Peel Film Festival,
and Animation and Photo Club
Peel District School Board
Bramalea Secondary School , Brampton, ON October 2010 – November 2010
Student Teacher - Communication Grades 10-12
• Planned, adapted, and modified video production unit plans, lessons, and ongoing assessment for
the students in grades 10 to 12
• Incorporated various technologies to deliver effective lessons and engage all students to suit
their diverse needs and abilities
• Implemented Sony Vegas and Pinnacle editing systems in the classroom; created user manuals
and instructions for student use
• Provided support to the Photography club.
RELATED TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Peel District School Board
Bramalea S.S, Brampton, ON September 2011 - Present
Volunteer Teacher's Assistant
• Provided support to the Technological Design program and Visual Arts program
• Provided extra curricular support for the Photography Club
Toronto District School Board
Etobicoke Collegiate Institute, Toronto, ON January 2012 - Present
Volunteer Teacher's Assistant
• Provided assistance with the Robotics club in preparation for the First Robotics Competition
Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board
St. Joan of Arc C.S.S , Mississauga, ON February 2010 – June 2010
Volunteer Teacher’s Assistant
• Provided weekly support to the Communication Technology Teacher by assisting students in
the Grade 12 Communication Technology Program
• Prepared sample lesson plans and assessments.
Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board
Philip Pocock C.S.S, Mississauga, ON December 2009 - June 2010
Volunteer Teacher’s Assistant
• Provided support for the Special Education Resource Department Head by supporting special needs
students on an individual and small group bases
• Supported Resource department with final examinations
• Provided technical expertise in the Communication Technology Program with video production,
networking, hardware and software support and purchases
Guitar Instructor
• Judy’s Music School, Mississauga January 2009 - June 2010
• Freelance Guitar Teacher, Woodbridge 2005 - 2009
• Cosmo’s Music School, Woodbridge 2000 - 2002
• Arcadia Academy of Music, Woodbridge 1990 - 1995
• Taught applied guitar lessons and music theory. Individual and group lessons given in both acoustic and electric guitar in a variety of music styles including rock, flamenco, classical, folk, and blues to all ages from 8 to 20 years old.
WORK EXPERIENCE
President, Sonic Interactive Inc. , Toronto, ON January 1994 - present
• Produced and edited television commercials, television shows, television documentaries, award
winning corporate videos and radio commercials for notable clients including: SIR Corp,
Universal Music Canada, and McCleery McCann.
• Produced creative video compositing and editing, 2D video animation, motion graphics,
DVD production, graphic design, audio mixing, and voice over recording
• Projects have been aired on such stations as Much Music, YTV, CTV, CITY TV and The Discovery Channel
• Provided mentorship and technical training to students from York University and
Seneca College who have obtained successful careers as teachers, producers, and video editors
• Proficient with Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, DVD Studio Pro,
Soundtrack Pro, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
and Audio/ Video Technician/ Operator
• Contracted as a school photographer through Focus Imaging Inc.
Specialist, Apple Store, Mississauga, ON August 2010 - June 2011
- Provide extraordinary customer service.
- Provide an encyclopedic knowledge of all things Apple
- Serve up information and inspire the next generation of Apple users.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Maierato Italian Social Club, Woodbridge Volunteer 2005 - 2009
- Immaculate Conception Parish Band, Woodbridge Guitarist 2001 - 2003
- Maclean Hunter Cable TV, Etobicoke Volunteer 1994
References available upon request.
