James Cumming has over 15 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. He holds a Bachelor of Education degree and teaches grades 4-5. He has a strong focus on developing leadership, critical thinking, and 21st century skills in his students. Cumming also has experience coaching various sports teams and holds additional qualifications in health and physical education.

1. James W. Cumming
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19 Hillhurst Blvd. Home: (416) 322-3484 Cell: (416) 200-4681
Toronto, ON, M4R 1K3 cummingfamily@sympatico.ca
Education
2004 – 2005 Bachelor of Education, Junior/Intermediate – Geography
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto
1983 – 1988 Honours Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto
Majors: Political Science and Urban Studies
Professional Development Workshops/Initiatives
Ongoing “Global Leadership Program”
• Focusing on developing leadership skills and potential in each student from a
global perspective.
Ongoing “21st
Century Skills”
• Implementing opportunities for students to develop their skills in the following areas:
Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Creativity, Communication and Technology Integration.
Ongoing Assessment “AS”, “OF, and “FOR” Learning - Professional development program with Pickering
College.
• Strategies for the effective evaluation and assessment of students.
Ongoing Project-Based Learning
• Creating project-based assessments in which students actively explore real-world
events and challenges and acquire a deeper knowledge and understanding of these
events.
Ongoing “Curriculum Mapping” – Professional development program with Pickering College.
• Administrative software program that outlines all lessons, activities, and assessments
related to each subject and each grade.
Ongoing “Differentiated Instruction” – Professional development program with Pickering College.
• Strategies for developing and facilitating different methods of instruction to
accommodate the diverse learning styles (i.e. Multiple Intelligences) of our students.
Teaching Experience
September 2008 Elementary Homeroom Teacher (Grade Five)
- Present Pickering College, Junior School Faculty
• Develop and facilitate student-centred lessons in grade five Mathematics, Language Arts,
Social Studies, Science, and Physical Education and Health.
• Adapt lessons to meet individual needs by reviewing students’ backgrounds and learning
needs through IEPs and pre-assessments.
• Implement teaching strategies that are based upon differentiated instruction in order to
meet the various learning styles of all of the students.
• Incorporate assessment strategies that address all areas of the learning cycle (i.e.
assessment “of”; “as”; and “for” learning.
• Introduce projects and assignments for individual investigation and small group
collaboration suitable for students with a wide range of interests and achievement levels.

2. September 2007 Elementary Homeroom Teacher (Grade Four)
- June 2008 Bayview Glen, Lower School
• Develop and facilitate student-centred lessons in grade four Mathematics, Language Arts,
and Social Studies.
• Adapt lessons to meet individual needs by reviewing students’ backgrounds and learning
needs through IEPs and pre-assessments.
• Introduce projects and assignments for individual investigation and small group
collaboration suitable for students with a wide range of interests and achievement levels.
• Coaching the U14 co-ed swim team with full coaching, supervisory and team
management responsibilities.
September 2006 Mathematics & Science Teacher (Grade Seven)
- June 2007 Bayview Glen, Prep School
• Developed and implemented student-centred lessons in grade seven Mathematics and
Science.
• Prepared lessons to meet individual needs by reviewing students’ backgrounds and
learning needs through IEPs, pre-assessments, and regular communication with parents.
• Coordinated projects and assignments for individual and group learning suitable for
students with varied interests and achievement levels.
• Coached the U14 boy’s competitive basketball and softball teams with full coaching,
supervisory and team management responsibilities.
Leadership/Management Experience:
Ongoing: Junior School Representative on the Pickering College JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee)
Ongoing: Currently facilitate Junior Division Meetings when Junior School Director is unable to attend.
Ongoing: Member of the Junior School Technology Committee.
Ongoing: Responsible for administering and managing House Points for Pickering College.
2012 – Present: Assume ‘Mentor’ responsibilities for new faculty to Pickering College.
2012 – Present: Junior School Representative (elected) on the PCFA (Pickering College Faculty Association)
2002-2004: Senior Manager, Training & Development, Lyreco Canada
1995 – 2002: Sales Trainer, Senior Sales Trainer and Sales Manager, Canon Canada
Additional Qualification Courses:
January 2014: Special Education – Primary and Junior – Part 1 (OISE/UT)
July 2012: Health and Physical Education – Primary and Junior – Part 3 (OISE/UT). Specialist Certification achieved.
July 2011: Health and Physical Education – Primary and Junior – Part 2 (OISE/UT)
July 2010: Health and Physical Education – Primary and Junior – Part 1 (OISE/UT)
Coaching Experience:
Certified Level 1 Coach for Basketball and Hockey
2014-2015: U12 Hockey and U12 Softball
2013-2014: U12 Hockey and U12 Softball
2007-2013: U12 Basketball, U12 Hockey, U12 Softball; Junior Competitive Swimming and Junior Track and Field
Professional Affiliations
Ontario College of Teachers – Member in Good Standing
Interests
• hockey, cycling, golf, hiking, scuba diving, travel, reading

3. References: Ms. Maria Wolscht (Director, Junior School)