Letters+of+Reference

June 1, 2011

To Whom It May Concern:

As the Coordinator of the Resource Room at Beurling Academy, I have had the pleasure of working with Sean Evans. He has worked as an integration aide from August 2009 until June 2010 and was a valuable asset to our resource room. I would like to take this opportunity to recommend Sean for any teaching position as he would be a valuable asset to any staff.

Sean was a dedicated integration aide who had demonstrated an ability to persevere through challenging times, maintain his positive attitude and focus on the success of his students. In the Resource Room, he has proven to be a reliable person who is able to successfully develop plans for individual students and implement them. He works with a range of academically and behaviorally challenged students at the ninth grade level.

Sean has successfully demonstrated leadership ability and a deep understanding of the students’ needs. Sean continually applies excellent judgment and connects well with the students he assists. He has tremendous empathy and never judges these students, enabling him to support them in ways they need but often lack.

Sean has a great sense of humor but is also firm and consistent when working with his students. He is reflective and seeks feedback as he communicates effectively about the needs of his students. He has shown great flexibility in terms of being open to schedule changes. He has initiated a swimming block for some of our highly coded students. He chooses to work with a variety of students and is a positive role model for them.

Sean challenges students to set and achieve their goals. He guides them in managing the conflict they encounter. His interpersonal skills are evident in the way that staff and students are drawn to working with him. Sean’s confidence and encouragement allows the students he works with to feel secure within themselves. He seeks creative solutions to challenging situations and assesses new approaches.

It is for these reasons that I offer high recommendations for Sean without reservation. His drive and abilities will truly be an asset to your establishment. If you have any questions regarding this recommendation, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Sheila Marcotte Resource Coordinator Beurling Academy Work 514 766-2357 Home (514) 582-7140