Erica English

Greetings, I’m Erica. I’m a teacher living in Ottawa. I am a fan of reading, travel, and coffee. I’m also interested in dance and dogs!

6 Word Memoir:

Compassionate Teacher, diversity advocate, Big sister.

Certifications:

• Honours B.A Forensic Psychology, Criminology- Wilfird Laurier
• B.Ed Junior/Intermediate- English- University of Ottawa
• AQ- Special Education Part 1- Queens Continuing Education
• ABQ- Primary Division- Queen’s Continuing Education

Passions in the Classroom:

• Creating a safe and inclusive learning space where each and every student can be included.
• Encouraging a sense of belonging in the classroom by promoting inclusive activities, group work, and collaboration.
• Helping all students feel valued and part of the class community.
• Using technology can help students develop essential 21st-century skills, such as digital literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Using trauma-informed teaching strategies, such as giving choices.