Alexa Gretchen
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in social-emotional learning, student-centered instruction, and inclusive education, with a strong commitment to embedding Indigenous content in alignment with BC's curriculum and the Vancouver School Board's commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. Demonstrates strong leadership, time management, and a dedication to fostering a culturally responsive and supportive learning environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School and Student Support Worker (SSA)
Vancouver School Board
Vancouver, BC
03.2017 - Current
- Provide academic, behavioural, physical, and emotional support to students with IEPs as well as general support
- Work in various educational settings, assisting students with diverse learning needs
- Implement social-emotional learning strategies to support student development
- Mentored practicum students in support worker programs at Langara College
- Serve as a longstanding volunteer on both the Health & Safety and Finance committees at Kerrisdale Elementary School
- Provide individualized support for students, addressing their unique academic needs and helping them reach their full potential.
- Monitor student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Support teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student behaviour during class transitions and activities.
- Document student behaviours, interventions, and outcomes to report to UIP team to address how to best support students.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest teaching strategies and tools available to enhance student success.
Residential Youth Care Worker
Hollyburn Family Services
North Vancouver, BC
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Oversaw medication administration according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages were given accurately while maintaining detailed records of such transactions.
- Collaborated with case managers, therapists, and other professionals to develop personalized treatment plans for optimal results.
- Enhanced communication among staff and residents through regular meetings and feedback sessions.
- Assisted residents in setting and achieving personal goals, empowering them to take ownership of their lives and make positive changes.
- Developed strong rapport with each resident under my care based on trust, empathy, understanding thus fostering therapeutic alliances that promoted healing.
- Facilitated transportation arrangements for appointments or outings, promoting social integration in the community.
Residential Support Worker
Anika Youth Services
Surrey, BC
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Delivered compassionate personal care, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Facilitated group activities that promoted social interaction, skill-building, and emotional wellness for residents.
- Fostered a positive living environment, promoting independence and encouraging socialization among residents.
- Handled emergency situations with a calm and focused demeanor, following established protocols to ensure resident safety.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University
Langley, BC05-2015
Skills
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Time Management & Organization
- Basic ASL Training
- Health & Safety Committee Training
- Diabetes Training
- Classroom management
- Early Childhood Education
- Parent-Teacher communication
- Teaching strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
Letter of Proficiency - Trinity Western University
- French - Reading & Writing
Timeline
Residential Youth Care Worker
Hollyburn Family Services
05.2017 - 06.2019
School and Student Support Worker (SSA)
Vancouver School Board
03.2017 - Current
Residential Support Worker
Anika Youth Services
05.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University