Staff Profile: Rosemary Addison

Works with Students in Grades:

Grades: K-12

Educational Philosophy:

Learning can be fun, especially when it is tailored to our interests and needs. Just as everyone is unique, so too is a learner’s educational journey. My role as teacher is to be part of the team to help plan an education uniquely designed for a specific learner.

I also believe that while each education can be supported by a teacher connected with a school, family is truly the most important first teacher of any learner. l love working with families and supporting them in the educational journey of their learner.

Educational Interests:

I have a passion for languages- I have taught Kindergarten to Grade 8 classes in Core French and French Immersion for the past 12 years.

Incorporating nature and the outdoors in learning is a newer interest of mine. Experiencing first-hand weather, dirt, animals, etc. truly adds to amazing hands-on learning opportunities.

I love art- making it, admiring it, learning about it and incorporating it into daily life and cross-curricular learning projects. Art can be used in all sorts of subjects.

I am also a huge fan of self-regulation tools and strategies to help develop and strengthen the abilities and skills needed to learn most effectively.

Instructional Specialties

French as a second language, cross-curricular curriculum (especially embedding Science and Socials into English or French Language Arts), and self-regulation.

Areas I Do Not Cover:

Secondary math and science. I am happy to refer you to teachers who can support your learning in those areas.

Communication Style Preference:

For quick communication, email is best. For longer conferencing, please arrange a video or phone call.

Hours of Availability:

Contacting me via e-mail is the most reliable way to reach me. I am also available on Monday and Friday mornings or Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for meetings.