Jennifer O’Brien

Jennifer O’Brien

Jennifer O’Brien is a passionate educator who has been working in the field for almost 23 years. She holds a Bachelor Degree as well as a Master of Education from Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s and currently works for the Fort McMurray Catholic School District as a Classroom Support Teacher. Over the years, Jennifer has worked in a variety of educational settings with students in the Early Entry Program through to grade twelve.

Her goal is to guide and inspire teachers and educational assistants to grow their inclusive practices and strategies while supporting students with a variety of developmental disabilities. As a parent of two teenagers with special needs, she understands how impactful the appropriate support can be on student learning and mental health.

Jennifer strives to create comfortable and safe learning environments where students are not only challenged but also empowered to be at the centre of their own learning and actively engaged. She is excited to begin this new chapter of her career at Ashton College!