DAIZER BELACAS
BC-CERTIFIED SECONDARY ENGLISH EDUCATOR | ELL & MULTILINGUAL LEARNER SUPPORT
New Westminster, BC | 604-354-5281 | daizerbelacas@icloud.com | linkedin.com/in/iamdaizer/
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
BC-certified secondary English educator with three years of classroom experience, current Canadian heritage-language teaching experience, and ten years of volunteer education and youth leadership. Skilled in literacy development, differentiated instruction, visual scaffolds, formative assessment, positive classroom routines, family communication, and culturally responsive practice. Enrolled in Queen's University's Post-Graduate Certificate in Training English as a Second Language in BC, beginning August 2026, and completing UBC coursework in BC K-12 curriculum and professional standards. Prepared to help multilingual learners develop academic language, confidence, and access to curriculum.
CERTIFICATION & EDUCATION
BC Teaching Certification - Conditional Certificate of Qualification (L251889), Teacher Regulation Branch, British Columbia
Teacher Qualification Service - Registered with Teacher Qualification Service (TQS), British Columbia
ELL Certificate - Enrolled - program begins August 2026, Queen's University, Post-Graduate Certificate in Training English as a Second Language in BC
BC Curriculum Coursework - In progress, University of British Columbia - Introduction to BC K-12 Curriculum; Professional Standards for Educators
Master of Administrative Science - Human Resource Administration, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Vancouver, BC
Bachelor of Secondary Education - English Major, University of Mindanao, Tagum City, Philippines
ELL & INSTRUCTIONAL STRENGTHS
• Additional-language acquisition, academic language, and literacy development
• Reading, writing, speaking, and listening instruction
• Visual supports, modelling, chunked instructions, sentence frames, and guided practice
• Differentiated instruction for mixed proficiency levels and diverse learning needs
• Formative assessment, oral checks for understanding, and responsive instructional adjustment
• Inclusive, culturally responsive practice and equitable participation
• Positive classroom routines, behaviour support, and student well-being
• Family communication, collaborative relationships, and continuity of learning
• BC Curriculum, Core Competencies, and student-centred learning
TEACHING & EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
TEACHER VOLUNTEER | Filipino Language School - Alliance Philippines | Vancouver, BC
April 2026 - Present
• Plan and deliver weekly Filipino language and literacy lessons for 10 learners ages 10-14 from second-generation immigrant families, supporting language acquisition, cultural identity, and learner confidence.
• Adapt a school-developed syllabus into structured discussion, modelling, guided practice, collaborative tasks, and interactive language-building activities.
• Differentiate for mixed language levels using visuals, simplified and chunked instructions, sentence frames, pair work, and targeted small-group support.
• Use observation, oral checks, guided practice, and student responses as formative assessment to monitor progress and adjust instruction.
• Communicate lesson updates and materials to families when learners are absent, supporting continuity between school and home.
SECONDARY ENGLISH TEACHER | Assumpta School of Tagum | Philippines
May 2008 - April 2011
• Delivered English Language Arts and Literature instruction that strengthened reading comprehension, writing, oral communication, critical thinking, and student voice.
• Designed student-centred lessons, learning activities, and assessments responsive to curriculum outcomes and diverse learning needs.
• Assessed learning through assignments, projects, presentations, quizzes, and examinations, providing timely feedback to support growth.
• Established clear routines and positive expectations that promoted engagement, collaboration, and respectful classroom participation.
• Served as School Paper Adviser and led library and literacy initiatives that increased student library use by 85%.
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM VOLUNTEER | South Vancouver Neighbourhood House | Vancouver, BC
April 2026 - May 2026
• Facilitated educational and recreational activities for school-aged children, promoting cooperation, positive peer interaction, and active participation.
• Supported diverse needs through individualized guidance, clear instructions, encouragement, proactive supervision, and relationship-based practice.
VOLUNTEER EDUCATOR / MINISTRY LEADER | JLWWWC | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
November 2011 - October 2021
• Provided ten years of consistent educational leadership, mentorship, and youth development programming for children and adolescents.
• Delivered lessons and facilitated discussions using age-appropriate explanations, interactive activities, and values-based learning.
TRAINER | Teleperformance PH | Philippines
November 2013 - September 2014
• Facilitated structured learning programs, prepared instructional materials, assessed progress, and provided coaching and feedback.
• Adjusted instruction based on learner needs and performance evidence to strengthen communication and learning outcomes.
SELECTED ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Care Scheduler, ABC Home Support, Vancouver, BC (August 2025 - March 2026) | Staffing Clerk V, Providence Health Care, Vancouver, BC (October 2024 - August 2025) | Administrative Assistant, Baptist Housing, Vancouver, BC (May 2023 - August 2024) | Executive Assistant, Cenomi Centers, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (October 2014 - October 2021)
• Developed transferable strengths in professional communication, confidentiality, accurate documentation, scheduling, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, adaptability, and collaboration in complex environments.
