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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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My name is Jenny-Lyn, and I am an educator who has an interest in adult, elementary (Grade 1 to 6) and ESL education. I was born in Ontario, Canada and finished a Humanities B.A. at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus. I was fortunate to gain three years of teaching experience with adult learners in Japan but was ready to return to the classroom after completing a Diploma of Education in Melbourne, Australia. I taught ESL students between 5 and 12 years of age in Nunavut Canada, before moving to Ottawa in 2015. Four years as a Long-Term Occasional Teacher with Ottawa Carleton District School Board led me through grade 3 ETFI, Junior Autism and many other unique roles. However, in 2019 I became a permanent teacher and am excited to be teaching full-time kindergarten in 2020. My passion continues to be in the field of English as a Second language and so I always create materials with the needs of these students in mind.
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Preview of Pashto - English Picture Dictionary

Pashto - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & Pashto). Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. Translated by a native Pashto speaker. If you have questions or suggestions on how to im
Preview of Swahili - English Picture Dictionary

Swahili - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & Swahili). Translated by a native Swahili speaker. Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to
Preview of Picture Dictionary Bundle

Picture Dictionary Bundle

These bilingual-picture dictionaries are communication and language development tools for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (e.g. English & Swahili). Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to improve this resource or encount
Preview of Urdu - English Picture Dictionary

Urdu - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & Urdu). Translated by a native Pashto speaker. Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to impr
Preview of Arabic - English Picture Dictionary

Arabic - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (e.g. English & Arabic). Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to improve this resource or encounter a
Preview of Math Anchor Charts (Arabic - English)

Math Anchor Charts (Arabic - English)

These Arabic - English math anchor charts are a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on math-related language, such as shapes, math tools and algebra (e.g. plus, minus) etc. Each anchor chart contains a picture along with the English word and the word/phrase presented in Arabic. Translated by a native Arabic speaker. Have authentic, first-language speaker translations available for another language? Send them to me at exploringe
Preview of Mandarin - English Picture Dictionary

Mandarin - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & Mandarin). Translated by a first-language speaker. Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to
Preview of Seasonal Clothing Resources (English, Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

Seasonal Clothing Resources (English, Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

Communicating seasonal clothing needs to families with young students can be a challenge. These resources were initially created for my kindergarten class in 2018. However, I made versions in Arabic, Pashto and Swahili to use with my grade 4/5 ESL students whose families recently immigrated to Canada from countries with different seasonal weather. Seasons and Clothing Included- Fall: Long pants, Jacket, Shoes for running - Winter: Snow pants, jacket, boots, hat, mittens - Spring: rain coat, rain
Preview of English Picture Dictionary

English Picture Dictionary

This English picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in English. Space is available for translated words in the student's primary language, and each section has space for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you are looking for a bilingual
Preview of French - English Picture Dictionary

French - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & French). Translated by a first-language speaker. Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. If you have questions or suggestions on how to i
Preview of Spanish - English Picture Dictionary

Spanish - English Picture Dictionary

This bilingual-picture dictionary is a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on school-related language, such as locations in the school and class activities etc. Each entry contains a picture and the word/phrase presented in two languages (English & Spanish). Space is provided for student-specific or school-specific vocabulary to be added. Suggested UsesBeginning ESL learners: Find the word or phrase they wish to communicate
Preview of Behaviour Self-Assessment_Guest Teacher

Behaviour Self-Assessment_Guest Teacher

This self-assessment resource was initially created to improve the behaviour of a grade 4/5 class toward their new music teacher. However, I started using it to have the students reflect on their interactions with guest teachers (supply teachers) and presenters as well. These post-experience reflections made a difference in encouraging the students to take responsibility for their actions and gave students who made positive choices the chance to be acknowledged and celebrated. It is important t
Preview of Individual Math Anchor Charts (Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

Individual Math Anchor Charts (Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

These math anchor charts are a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on math-related language, such as shapes, math tools and algebra (e.g. plus, minus) etc. Each anchor chart contains a picture along with the English word and the word/phrase presented in Swahili, Arabic or Pashto. Translated by a native speakers in each language. *Note: There are separate charts for each language. If you are looking for a chart with multiple lan
Preview of Math Anchor Charts (Pashto - English)

Math Anchor Charts (Pashto - English)

These Pashto - English math anchor charts are a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on math-related language, such as shapes, math tools and algebra (e.g. plus, minus) etc. Each anchor chart contains a picture along with the English word and the word/phrase presented in Pashto. Translated by a native Pashto speaker. Have authentic, first-language speaker translations available for another language? Send them to me at exploringe
Preview of Snack Bin Tags

Snack Bin Tags

Many schools have breakfast or snack programs to support students who need a little extra food throughout the day. These Lunch Box Notes are an easy way to communicate with parents and guardians that their young one has finished the food in their lunch box and was given an additional snack. DirectionsPrint the template of your choice using legal-sized paper (8.5 X 14 inches) with a single-sided setting. Pre-cut the tags and place them in a container near the location of the class snack box for
Preview of Math Anchor Charts (Swahili - English)

Math Anchor Charts (Swahili - English)

These Swahili - English math anchor charts are a communication and language development tool for beginning ESL learners. The content focuses specifically on math-related language, such as shapes, math tools and algebra (e.g. plus, minus) etc. Each anchor chart contains a picture along with the English word and the word/phrase presented in Swahili. Translated by a native Swahili speaker. Have authentic, first-language speaker translations available for another language? Send them to me at explori
Preview of Communication Folder Labels (English, Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

Communication Folder Labels (English, Arabic, Pashto & Swahili)

This document includes labels for communication folders in English, Pashto, Arabic, and Swahili. They can be attached to ziplock bags, folders, or plastic sleeves to transport books Resources Include1 page of 10 English communication folder labels 1 page of 10 Arabic communication folder labels 1 page of 10 Pashto communication folder labels 1 page of 10 Swahili communication folder labels If you have authentic, first-language speaker translations available for other languages, please send them
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Experience

My name is Jenny-Lyn, and I am an educator who has an interest in adult, elementary (Grade 1 to 6) and ESL education. I was born in Ontario, Canada and finished a Humanities B.A. at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus. I was fortunate to gain three years of teaching experience with adult learners in Japan but was ready to return to the classroom after completing a Diploma of Education in Melbourne, Australia. I taught ESL students between 5 and 12 years of age in Nunavut Canada, before moving to Ottawa in 2015. Four years as a Long-Term Occasional Teacher with Ottawa Carleton District School Board led me through grade 3 ETFI, Junior Autism and many other unique roles. However, in 2019 I became a permanent teacher and am excited to be teaching full-time kindergarten in 2020. My passion continues to be in the field of English as a Second language and so I always create materials with the needs of these students in mind.

Teaching style

Being a kinaesthetic learner myself, I engage students through hands-on and creative lessons. Some of the methods that inspire and provide a foundation include Picture Word Induction Model, Transforming Learning and Picturing Writing. I also adopt smaller community programs (e.g. Participaction150) to create classroom experiences that are meaningful to the students' lives.

My own education history

Along with a Diploma of Education through La Trobe University in Melbourne, I have completed additional qualification courses in the following subjects... Teaching First Nation, Metis and Inuit Children (2015), Mathematics Primary and Junior Part 1 (2015), English as a Second Language Part 1 (2012), Part 2 (2013) and Specialist (2014), Special Education Part 1 (2012) and Part 2 (2014), Reading Part 1 (2012), Part 2 (2014) and Specialist (2015), Kindergarten Part 1 (2013) Part 2 (2020)

Additional biographical information

It is not possible to write about myself and not include a reference to my orange fur baby Potato. He joined our family in 2018 from a cat shelter in Smith Falls and has been our purring alarm clock ever since. Though he has yet to visit my classroom, students feel as if he is one of our clutter as he often becomes part of the stories I tell in class.