Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Teacher

Alvin Pangowish

Summary

Dynamic Native Language Instructor with a proven track record at Niigaaniin, specializing in interactive teaching and personalized lesson planning. Enhanced student engagement and comprehension through innovative methods, fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Skilled in pronunciation coaching and classroom management, consistently boosting student confidence and language proficiency.

Knowledgeable [Native Community Helper] with strong foundation in language education and proven track record in developing effective curriculum. Successfully designed and implemented interactive lessons that enhanced student engagement. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative learning environment and adapt teaching methods to diverse student needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Native Language Instructor

Niigaaniin
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed personalized lesson plans for individual students to address their specific needs and improve overall performance.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Enhanced student understanding of complex linguistic concepts through the use of real-world examples and engaging materials.
  • Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
  • Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
  • Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
  • Boosted student confidence in speaking and comprehension abilities by providing consistent feedback and guidance during practice sessions.
  • Improved student language proficiency by incorporating immersive activities and interactive learning techniques into lessons.

Retired Truck Driver House Keeper

Myself
07.2022 - Current
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.

Native Language Instructor

Niinaatigoons Learning
06.2022 - Current
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as language clubs or cultural events, enhancing students'' connection to the target culture outside of the classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with other language instructors to design interdisciplinary lessons that integrated cultural topics, promoting a well-rounded understanding of the target language.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress and areas for improvement.
  • Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
  • Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.

Truck Driver

Sylvie Transportation
04.2019 - 08.2022
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Solved logistical challenges by coordinating effectively with dispatch and warehouse teams.

Education

Associate of Arts - Native Community Worker Program, Addictions

The Sault College
Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Associate of Applied Science - Teaching Native As Secord Language

Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON

Skills

  • Pronunciation coaching
  • Interactive teaching
  • Proficient classroom management
  • Lesson planning

Languages

Anishanabemowin
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Native Language Instructor

Niigaaniin
08.2023 - Current

Retired Truck Driver House Keeper

Myself
07.2022 - Current

Native Language Instructor

Niinaatigoons Learning
06.2022 - Current

Truck Driver

Sylvie Transportation
04.2019 - 08.2022

Associate of Arts - Native Community Worker Program, Addictions

The Sault College

Associate of Applied Science - Teaching Native As Secord Language

Lakehead University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Alvin Pangowish