I LOVE teaching! I started teaching straight after graduating from Teachers’ College at Western and I taught a wide variety of grades and subjects for 12 years straight. Then in 2007 I jumped into the business world and have been jumping back and forth between education and private industry since!
Be sure to watch this Prezi to get a quick overview of my 16 years in education which spans 4 countries. You can also access it by clicking the picture above.
Some of my teaching highlights include:
- Developing and implementing computer curriculum for 3 international schools
- Holding a Vice-Principal Post (unofficially for 6 months then officially for 1 year)
- Participating in Around the World in 24 Hours Video-Conferencing Project (2003 – rare at the time!)
- Implementing a Computer Lab Monitor Program (service hours)
- Teaching IB Diploma Business & Management
Here are a few articles from school newsletters and local media sites about my classes.
Roo & You – Dragons’ Den visits Mitchell District High School
Praise! – Black Entrepreneur Tells Us How It Really Is
University of Guelph Lang School of Business E-Visit & Judging
(Update: After this article was written the university reached out to me asking for shirt sizes and sent all of the presenters swag including gorgeous hoodies!)
Live From The UN – UN Special Projects Officer E-Visit
Excerpts from Letters of Reference include:
“In October of 2004 AISCT experienced a crisis in management and a local governing School Council was formed. Melanie was elected by her peers to serve at the teacher representative on the Council. Melanie was instrumental in turning AISCT around…” Alison van der Merwe, High School Principal, The American International School of Cape Town
“I value your excellent work which warrants this recommendation. Your many professional commitments as a colleague and your dedication to students on behalf of their best possible development is much appreciated.” Dr. Gunther Brandt, Head of School, Frankfurt International School, 2004
“I recommend Melanie Mallinson without reservation for any position she applies for in education, knowing that she will be successful in her job.” Dr. Hendrik Taatgen, Upper School Principal, The American International School of Alexandra, 2002.
“Melanie is a very approachable and caring individual who will always spare a moment for a colleague or student in need.” Linda Crossley, Principal, South Secondary School, London, ON, 2000
What former students families have said:
“Thank you for everything you do. From molding Andre’s interest in computers, to splashing in the pool with Christian and Casandra, to producing the newsletter and sitting on the Board for our school. You are an inspiration and a great teacher.” Julie – mom of Andre, Christian and Casandra
“Thank you for a great year! Your dedication kept my focused all year, and helped me to become interested in Business & Economics.” Ali Beiner
“You are the world’s best computer teacher I have ever had. My DT term was the best because of you.” Leonie von Tresckow
“Thank you for your kind help for Austin. He got interested in computer technology because of you.” Anna Park, Austin’s mom