* Bachelor of Education Degree—Elementary (with distinction)
The University of Alberta
- April 2009
* Bachelor of Arts and Science Degree—Psychology and Sociology The University of Lethbridge
- April 2004
Working History
* Calgary, AB
- November 2009 to Present
- Foundations For the Future Charter Academy
- Grade 1 Teacher
- I teach Alberta curriculum at FFCA NE Elementary, a public charter school with a focus on direct instruction and traditional learning.
- In the position I :
: am responsible for providing education within a grade 1 classroom. I teach language arts, math, social studies, science and character education.
: am an active member on the Character Committee
: am the chair of the Technology Committee at my campus, and the campus representative at the Technology Board Meetings
: was the teacher representative for the Parent Council (2009-10 school year)
: implemented the “Leader in Me” leadership program, and am the coordinator of the program
* Edmonton, AB
- February 2009 to August 2009
- Edmonton Public School Board
- Temporary Contract Teacher (April-June)
- I taught Alberta curriculum at Sifton Elementary, a high needs school with a diverse population located in northeast Edmonton.
- In the position I:
: was responsible for providing education within a grade 2 classroom. I taught language arts (balanced literacy), social studies and physical education.
: was responsible for providing education within a grade 4 classroom. I taught math, science, health and art to 26 students, half of which are English Language Learners.
- Supply (Substitute) Teacher (February-June)
- In the position I:
: was responsible for providing education to a variety of elementary classrooms within Edmonton.
: maintained a safe environment for students to learn in accordance with the Alberta Teaching Association’s code of ethics and Occupational Health and Safety Standards
* Edmonton, AB
- July 2009 to August 2009
- Edmonton YMCA-Rundle
- Child Support Worker, Summer Contract
- In this position I:
: was responsible for providing support to children that are behaviour coded.
: planned, facilitated and organized camp-wide activities.
: monitored and supervised small group activities, large group activities and field trips.
* Edmonton, AB
- July 2007 to August 2009
- Skills Society
- Community Support Worker
- In the position I:
: was responsible for providing respite care to families of children with special needs.
: assisted children in discovering their gifts, preferences, interests and talents.
: have worked with children who have a variety of special needs, including: Aspergers Autism, Tourette Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorder and Oppositional Defiance Disorder.
: acted as a positive role model.
: helped individuals develop the skills to connect with their community.
* Shanghai, China
- October 2006 - June 2007
- Shanghai BSK/Pudong Elementary School District
- Itinerant English Education Instructor
- In the position I:
: taught curriculum English to all students from grade 1 to 5.
: managed class sizes of up 50 students.
: was responsible for the creation of daily lessons, on-going and bi-weekly assessment.
: effectively administered oral and written tests.
: developed supplementary English conversation lessons to accompany the English Education program in place.
* Seoul, South Korea
- September 2005 - August 2006
- Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education (SeoShin Elementary School )
- English Education Instructor
- In the position I:
: instructed students in grades 1 through 6.
: managed class sizes of up 40 students.
: was responsible for the creation of daily lessons, on-going and bi-weekly assessment.
: developed supplementary English conversation lessons to accompany the curriculum English Education program in place.
: collaborated with a partner teacher to create effective lessons and activities.
* Daegu, South Korea
- August 30, 2004 - August 30, 2005
- EWHA American Language School
- English Education Instructor
- In the position I:
: instructed students from 5 to 18 years old in classes with 12 or less students.
: was responsible for the creation of daily lessons and on-going assessment.
: was responsible for submitting a monthly formal evaluation of all students.
: collaborated on a regular basis with other teaching staff.
: administered TOEFL—writing, listening and reading instruction to high school students.
* Lethbridge, AB
- May 2003 - April 2004
- University of Lethbridge Students’ Union
- Vice President of Internal Affairs
- In the position I:
: was responsible for the internal management of the Union and organized promotional activities and sought out sponsorship.
: chaired and managed all Clubs Council meetings and members and facilitated all club and Students’ Union activities on campus.
: reviewed and made revisions to the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union Constitution, Bylaws and Policies.
: coordinated, chaired and organized all activities for the Violence Awareness Committee, which ran a successful media and student attended Candle Light Vigil and Memorial Service to commemorate female victims of violence.
: was an active member of several committees, including: General Faculties Committee, Arts and Science Executive Committee, Arts and Science Faculty Committee, Fee Review Committee, Alcohol Awareness Committee, Spirit Committee, Student Union General Assembly and Student Union Executive.
* Lethbridge, AB
- September 2002 - April 2003
- University of Lethbridge Housing Services
- Residence Assistant
- In the position I:
: coordinated, promoted and managed many residence wide events.
: managed and maintained a healthy and safe residence life.
: functioned as a mediator between students and the University of Lethbridge Administration.
: organized and chaired the academic committee, which was responsible for the development of academic activities in residence.
: attended and contributed to weekly Organization of Residence meetings.
: acted as support for residents facing difficulties.
Personal Introduction
# Interests
- I enjoy playing sports, particularly soccer and golf. In the past, I have participated in a multitude of other sports including martial arts, hockey and a variety of racket sports.
In addition to sports, I enjoy listening to music, reading fiction, playing chess, hiking and traveling.
# Assets
- I am very skilled at using various educational technologies.
- I have a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Spreadsheet and PowerPoint along with a number of web 2.0 programs, tools and resources.
- I am a very dedicated to developing and maintaining successful personal and professional relationships. My interpersonal skills are an asset.
- I have a vast amount of experience working with children.
- I have a firm understanding of educational theory.