Brian Andrew Benoit

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About Brian Andrew Benoit

Out-of-the-Box educational thinker and teacher advocate who encourages the utilization of Data and Resources and an understanding of the past to understand the present and shape the future as well as to empower teachers who create collaborative working/learning environments (both virtual and in-person). Experience empowering teachers and other educational stakeholders to cultivate leadership skills at all levels and with various stakeholders including members of indigenous communities. Strong education professional with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) focused in Critical Pedagogy/AutoEthnography/Media/Culture for the promotion of professional autonomy, Masters in Educational Thinking/ Individual Differences, Bachelors in teaching Ethics and Social Studies (culture and society)- and a member of several educational policy related committees (Special Needs/Inclusive Education/ Educational Policy/ Professional Improvement/ Teacher Training/ Parity etc.). Demonstrated positive track record of working in the education industry. Skilled in curriculum design, colonial and de-colonization of curriculum, Indigenous Pedagogy, History, K-12 Education, Special Needs, Inclusive Education, Educational Policy and Law, Transformative Leadership, Technology and Education, Critical Pedagogy, Special Education, Literacy, Secondary Education, Classroom Management, Cultural/Media Studies (incl. Japan/East Asia, Western) and Language Arts. Exceptional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning with successful current teaching experience at three Universities and in over six departments. Recipient of a (faculty) teaching award in Education (2019), nominated for a teaching award in the Humanities Department (2021) at Bishop's University and recipient of the CFEC (Student Choice)Teaching Award for 2020 in the School of Education. Experienced Treasurer and Board Member for a major educational financial institution with a proven track record spanning years in effectively managing financial resources within the education sector. Adept at optimizing funds to support educational and community initiatives and drive positive outcomes.