Final Report: TI Field Experience Student: Matthew Safi Co-operating Teacher: Jennifer Irwin School: Lower Canada College McGill Supervisor: Scott Armstrong Ithas been an absolute delight working with Matthew for the last sixteen weeks. From the moment he began, he conducted himself in a conscientious and professional manner, and | couldn't be happier with his progress as a teacher. Matthew took the time to contact me in june to ask about the English curriculum and worked the summer to prepare himself to take over class in September. As such, his subject-specific knowledge was very well developed. Not only did he come prepared with lessons, but he was also able both to adapt and to develop lesson plans according to the needs and interests of his students. As such, | had complete confidence in Matthew as I handed over my classes to him; | knew the course material would be taught in a skilled and engaging manner, and I was right. In terms of classroom engagement and management, | can say that Matthew won his students aver almost from the beginning. His sense of humor and easy going manner put them at ease, and they understood almost implicitly that he was was there to help them in any way he could. As the weeks progressed, and he gained a better sense of the kind of behaviour he expected from his students, his ability to manage the class developed, as well. He was both well liked and well respected by his students, which is not an easy feat, even for the most seasoned teachers. Likewise, Matthew was a dream colleague, and quite popular within our middle school community. His dedication to his profession made him easy to work with, but his personality, overall, made him a delight to be around. He will be greatly missed by all of us. From the time that Matthew entered the school, he sought to immerse himself in the community in any way he could. He worked with Clay Bertoia as an assistant coach for both the junior and senior boys soccer teams, and made himself available for practices, games and even weekend tournaments. He was also an integral part of our advisory system and went on field trips, sat with the students at lunch and during recess and was present for book club meetings, none of which was expected of him, but all of which he did with enthusiasm and his usual good humor. I'd like to state, overall, that think Matthew will make an exceptional teacher, not only for the above reasons, but also because he isa kind man, with a great heart, who seems to genuinely enjoy spending his time with young people. His enthusiasm for teaching was palpable throughout his time with me, and | know that he will make a real difference in the lives of his students some day, ifhe hasn‘t already. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. I can be reached by email at jirwin@Ice,ca,ar by phone at (514) 482-9797 x255. Regards,