Raluca Cosma

Experience

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  Banat Museum of Timisoara, Romania, Ethnography and Folk Art Section

  Nov 1999 - May 2003

  Museum Curator

  Main Activities and Responsibilities:- Organized and curated both individual temporary exhibitions and showcases featuring traditional folk artists- Conducted guided tours for individuals and groups, offering in-depth knowledge of ethnographic and folk-art collections- Oversaw and optimized the section’s annual budget and financial planning- Managed and enhanced the profitability and operational efficiency of the museum outlet, offering traditional craftwork, paintings, woven fabrics, pottery, and religious artifacts- Contributed to the development and publication of the museum’s collection catalogue- - Led annual scientific field studies focused on the documentation, preservation, and conservation of regional folk art- Actively promoted museological and cultural heritage values in schools, universities, and the wider community Show less

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  Les Écoles Montessori, Montréal, QC

  Mar 2004 - Aug 2004

  Kindergarten Educator

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Designed and facilitated activities targeting psychomotor, emotional, social, cognitive, and language development for children aged 3 to 5- Promoted bilingualism through creative and artistic expression, including singing, dancing, and drawing- Monitored and assessed developmental progress, identifying early signs of potential developmental delays and collaborating with staff to support individual needs

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  Government of Canada

  Aug 2004 - May 2005

  Teacher Assistant

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Assisted specialized teaching staff in the design and implementation of supplemental language-learning activities- Supported students in developing and sustaining advanced French language proficiency- Enhanced cultural programming by assisting with bilingual (French/English) school trips and exchange activities organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the territorial School Board- Prepared and facilitated engaging activities to support French language acquisition and promote Francophone culture in an immersive setting Show less

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  Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario (CEPEO)

  Sept 2006 - Jun 2008

  Kindergarten Teacher, French

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Teaching students to communicate, interact, play according to the goals and objectives in the kindergarten curriculum developed by the Ontario Province Ministry of Education- Creating and using diverse, age group-specific educational resources- Developing and presenting teaching activities in order to motivate students to learn the specific language and vocabulary of mathematics, science, art, music, French language, as well as social behaviour norms and computer technology- Combined care and education by fostering a nurturing environment where students learn primarily through play and interactive activities- Leveraged play-based learning to enhance language acquisition and vocabulary development in meaningful, age-appropriate contexts- Storytelling, rhymes, and dramatic play to support social-emotional development and introduce foundational scientific and mathematical concepts- Strong emphasis on academic readiness and language development, preparing students for future learning milestones- Supported the development of critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills- Encouraged self-expression through crafts and creative activities while nurturing students’ sense of responsibility and self-awareness- Promoted active participation and empowered learners to recognize their ability to contribute and influence their environment Show less

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  School District 93

  Sept 2008 - Jun 2014

  Kindergarten Teacher, French

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Designed, implemented, and adapted the Kindergarten curriculum in accordance with the guidelines set by the British Columbia Ministry of Education- Fostered strong student-teacher relationships through genuine, dialogue-based communication, creating a safe and responsive learning environment- Encouraged students to be fully present and engaged in the moment as a foundational element for personal and academic growth- Developed innovative and responsive teaching strategies tailored to the unique needs and learning profiles of individual students- Proactively identified and addressed potential barriers to student development and learning- Paid close attention to each student's personality, learning style, and pace to support meaningful and differentiated instruction- Promoted a collaborative partnership between the school team and families to support student success and well-being- Demonstrated active listening, humility, empathy, and a strong work ethic as part of a respectful and inclusive classroom culture- Guided students in developing realistic expectations, encouraging self-awareness, reflection, and growth through hands-on experiences Show less

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  QSI International School of Malta, JK-grade 12, IB, American

  Aug 2016 - Jun 2017

  Junior Kindergarten Teacher, English

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Design engaging, play-based activities that support cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development- Align teaching with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework or equivalent curriculum- Foster a warm, inclusive classroom where every child feels secure and valued- Promote positive behavior, respect, and independence through clear routines and expectations- Use regular observation and formative assessment to monitor individual development and inform planning- Maintain accurate records and contribute to learning journals or portfolios- Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds, including EAL- Implement targeted interventions when necessary and liaise with support staff or specialists- Maintain strong home-school communication through daily updates, meetings, and reports- Engage parents in their child’s learning and development through workshops or shared activities- Work effectively within a teaching team to plan cross-curricular projects and events- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and whole-school initiatives Show less

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  School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)

  Sept 2017 - Jun 2021

  One of the key highlights of my leadership in this role was organizing a unique and unprecedented event in April 2019 to celebrate the launch of the French Immersion program, which I was entrusted with implementing for the first time at our school in September 2018. Since its inception, the program has continued to grow and expand. I was honored to welcome distinguished guests to the event, including the Consuls of France and Romania in Vancouver, the district's CEO and Assistant Superintendents, school principals, and members of our school community.Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Instructed students in foundational academic skills, including letter recognition, phonics, and phonemic awareness- Taught early literacy and numeracy, introducing basic mathematical concepts in engaging and age-appropriate ways- Fostered development of social skills and introduced students to science, the arts, humanities, practical life skills, and social studies- Led students in creative play and hands-on learning activities to support experiential and inquiry-based learning- Developed and delivered lesson plans aligned with the provincial French Immersion curriculum- Assessed student progress and differentiated instruction to accommodate a range of learning abilities and needs- Evaluated student work and maintained consistent communication with families, including conducting parent-teacher conferences- Actively participated in and supported school district volunteer programs and initiatives Show less Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Teaching basic academic skills, including letter recognition, phonics and phonemic awareness- Helping students learn to read and write and instructing students on basic mathematical concepts- Enhancing social skills learning, science, arts and humanities, practical living and social studies- Leading students through creative play and hands-on activities- Plan lessons according to the provincial French Immersion curriculum- Assessing students, tailoring their lessons according to the different abilities of children in the classroom- Grading papers and conducting parent-teacher conferences- Volunteering school district programs Show less

  • French Immersion Kindergarten Teacher and HD

    Sept 2017 - Jun 2021

  • French Immersion Kindergarten Teacher

    Sept 2017 - Jun 2018
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  School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)

  Sept 2021 - now

  LST/ESL/Learning Commons Teacher

  Key Responsibilities and Educational Approach:- Administer student assessments in alignment with Program Development Team recommendations- Provide direct support to students in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), both in-class and through withdrawal assistance- Participate in Learning Support Team (LST) meetings and engage in relevant system-wide professional development opportunities- Complete and manage referrals for system-level supports using the Case Management System- Facilitate parent consultations to support the development and ongoing review of Individual Education Plans- Collaborate with classroom teachers to identify programming goals and instructional strategies to be included in IEPs and applied in the classroom setting- Work closely with school administration to assess student needs and develop appropriate plans and supports- Provide prep coverage through instruction in S.T.E.A.M., library programming, and outdoor education Show less