Taras Rosocha, M.Sc.

Ed, OCT
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Education
Medaille College, Buffalo, NY, USA
Completed: May 2011
Concentrations: Primary/Junior Divisions
Research Area: Computer Assisted Teaching for Students with Autism
Graduate Certificate in Autism Behavior Sciences
George Brown College, Toronto, ON
Completed: June 2007
Bachelor of Arts,
University of Toronto, Toronto ON
Completed: June 2006
Concentrations: Psychology, Philosophy and Childhood Development
Graduate of St. Michaels Choir School TCDSB, 2000
QUALIFICATIONS
OCT #624533
Primary and Junior (2011)
Special Education Part 1 (2011)
Intermediate Family Studies (2012)
Vocal Music Part 1 ( 2013)
ELL Part 1 (2014)
Kindergarten Part 1 (2014)
Primary Junior Math (2015)
Instrumental Music Part (2015)
Kindergarten Part 2 (June 2016)

PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE

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Occasional Teacher- York Region District School Board April 2014 Present

OT in FDK classroom at Teston Village PS, King City PS, Charles Howit PS, Hartman PS and
Woodbridge PS
Daily Occasional Teacher for grades JK 8
Vocal and Instrumental music teacher for JK-8
exceptional knowledge of Special Education classrooms (Mukibaum Centre, Kerry Place,SickKids,
Bloorview Kids Rehab)
Implemented differentiated teaching strategies to engage students learning
Preferred teacher for Bayview Hill Elementary School (Oct. 2016-present) mike.carlin@yrdsb.ca
volunteer in a grade 1 classroom at Carville Mills (Oct 2014-Dec.2015)
used various ABA and behavioral strategies to improve student learning
advanced knowledge of various computer programs: board maker, Pro loco, Symwriter, and
Classroom Suite

Relevant Work Experience

Child and Youth Counsellor
Hospital for Sick Children (WM+A contract)
May 2013- May 2014
- assisting nurses and doctors with clients who are in crisis by providing redirection and intervention
- assisting medical staff with evaluating the mental health of the child
- reporting progress of clients to various medical staff on the units
- facilitating various social activities throughout the hospital for clients
- using positive reinforcement strategies to improve challenging behaviors during medical stay
- providing supervision to clients during medical procedures

School Support Associate & Child Youth Worker

WM+A, Alpha BEE
October 2012-June 2014| Toronto Catholic District School Board
- Employ differential reinforcement strategies to assist students with school related skills
- Implement learning accommodations and strategies to fulfill goals of the students IEP
- Create and implement program for teaching social skills for all students in an inclusion classroom
- Develop and teach lessons for students with special needs and behavioral challenges
- Provide supervision for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other exceptionalities
- Facilitate small group activities for students with special needs

ABA Consultant, Kerrys Place Autism Services

September 2011- May 2012

- Provided ABA services to families with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Taras Rosocha, M.Sc.Ed, OCT

Created & facilitated social groups for children with ASD & Aspergers
Provided guidance and training for parents and care givers in a variety of environments (e.g, home,
daycare, nursery, and school).
Assessed, evaluated and reported on each child's progress
Conducted behavioral assessment using Functional Assessment Screening Tool

Student Teacher, Grade 5, Second Street Junior Middle School

March
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2011-May 2011
Accommodated lessons and activities for students with IEP
Participated in IEP meetings with various school support staff and parents
Developed and implemented engaging unit plan on social studies, mathematics and language arts
Differentiated instruction in order to meet the needs of the diverse learners in the classroom
Assisted teachers in supervising Track and Field and Soccer Programs after school

Student Teacher, Grade 1, Nativity of Our Lord Catholic School TCDSB

January 2011-March 2011
- Structured lessons to meet the expectations of the Ontario Curriculum
- Assisted teachers in the After School Mathematic Program
- Created materials to help coach the Junior W5H Team
- Created innovative lessons that encouraged student participation with music
- Designed and implemented lessons for mathematics, language arts, and religion

OTHER RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Blue Balloon Autism and Rehabilitation Services Burlington Site
ABA Instructor Therapist (2010)
Holland Bloorview Macmillan Childrens Rehabilitation Centre
Recreation Instructor for Children with Special Needs (2007-2009)
Erinoak Centre for Treatment and Development
ABA Instructor Therapist (2008)
New Haven Learning Centre
Work Placement ABA Instructor Therapist (2007)
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behavior (2013)
Enhancement Institute
CPI Training Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (2013)
Crisis Prevention Institute
Child and Adolescent Needs & Strengths (CANS) ASD, Mental Health, Educational Needs
(2011)
University of Ottawa/John Praed Foundation
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER WORK

Taras Rosocha, M.Sc.Ed, OCT

Josyf Cardinal Slipyj Catholic School, TCDSB (May 2011-June 2011)
St. Josaphats Cathedral, Mens League (2006-2011)
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (2004-2008)
Plast, Ukrainian Youth Association (1998-2004)
*Additional references supplied upon request.