Mrs. Kozera's Class

A child remembers a great teachers forever. My goal is to be that teacher, who sparks enthusiasm, excitement, and a love for learning in my students. My personal goal as a teacher is to touch each child's life in my classroom, either during class time, on the playground, or in the community. I work well as a team player and strongly support the philosophy that "it takes a village to raise a child".

Education History:

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Queen's University - Kingston, Ontario - Graduated 2003

• Bachelor of Education (Primary/Junior Certification) - Queen's University - Kingston, Ontario - Graduated 2004

• Master of Education (Inclusive Educaion) - Acadia University - Wolfville, Nova Scotia - Graduating 2022

Additional Training:

• 40 hour Autism Course: ASD and Behavioural Interventions: An Introduction for School Personnel

• AVRCE New Resource Teacher Training

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

• Emergancy First Aid / CPR / AED

• Mental Health First Aid

• STAR Training

• Interoception Training

• PEERS Training

• Numerous additional courses and workshops through AVCRE and outside agencies

Teaching Experience:

• Renfrew County District School Board, Ontario - Substitute Teacher 2004 - 2008

• Annapolis Valley Regional Center for Education (AVRCE) Substitute Teacher (All grades and subjects) 2008 - 2016

• AVRCE Classroom Teacher (Primary - Grade 4) 2009 - 2015

• AVRCE Resource / Early Literacty / Learning Center Teacher 2016 - 2020

• AVRCE Enhanced Support Program (ESP) Resource Teacher 2020 - Current