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Brandi Cournoyer

Prince Albert

Summary

Dynamic early childhood education professional with a proven track record of nurturing young learners and creating engaging educational experiences. Recognized for a collaborative approach and adaptability to evolving needs, with a consistent commitment to achieving educational goals. Expertise in developing and implementing age-appropriate curricula that promote holistic development while fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Passionate about inspiring curiosity and a love for learning in every child. As an educated professional, I can carry my extensive teaching experience to achieve impactful learning outcomes to the early childhood education program. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, showcasing skills in instructional design and classroom management.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Vickers)
09.2023 - Current
  • Currently teaching grade 5 and 5/6 math
  • Taught grade 4/5 and 5
  • Taught most subjects
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and their families through consistent communication and involvement in school events.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students'' understanding of multiple subjects.

Instructor

St. John Ambulance
06.2025 - Current

Instructed the Home Alone Course and the Babysitting Course.

  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.

Representative

Primerica
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
  • Learned and followed all organizational policies and procedures to maintain safe and professional working environments.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to gather, provide and share updated information on products and services.

Pro Shop Supervisor

Cooke Municipal Golf Course
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company guidelines regarding safety protocols and procedures.
  • Monitored industry trends to stay current on best practices in retail management within the golf industry.
  • Maintained visual appeal of the pro shop with consistent organization and attractive displays.

Beverage Cart Attendant

Golf and Curling Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Boosted beverage cart revenue by consistently upselling menu items and promoting special offers.
  • Managed closing duties by restocking items on cart and reconciling cash drawer.
  • Operated POS system to facilitate cash and credit transactions and refunds.
  • Maintained a clean and organized cart, ensuring optimal presentation of beverages and snacks for guest selection.

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Berezowsky)
09.2019 - 01.2023
  • Taught grade 5
  • Taught most subjects and grade 7/8 phys.ed
  • Coached Basketball

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Red Wing)
11.2017 - 06.2019
  • Taught grade 3
  • Taught all subjects
  • Coached basketball

Elementary Teacher – part time

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Francis)
02.2017 - 06.2017
  • Taught Kindergarten
  • Taught all subjects, except physical education

Substitute Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Taught many different grade levels.
  • Taught all subjects.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques.

Tutor

Sylvan Learning Centre
12.2016 - 01.2017
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.

Elementary Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
09.2015 - 10.2015
  • Taught grade 5
  • Taught all subjects, except physical education, math and music
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques

Substitute Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
02.2015 - 06.2015
  • Taught many different grade levels.
  • Taught all subjects.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques.

Elementary teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Michael)
09.2014 - 02.2015
  • Taught grade 3
  • Taught all subjects, except physical education and music.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques.

Playground Supervisor (with the city)
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Duties included planning daily activities for the kids, making sure the kids are in a safe environment, doing playground checks, being involved and participating in the activities with the kids, attending staff meetings, going to other playgrounds on a bus and being responsible for the kids from my playground. Also setting up for Kidzfest and working at it.

Elementary teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Francis)
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Taught Pre-kindergarten
  • Taught grade 2 math and ELA
  • Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques.

Substitute Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
01.2013 - 06.2013
  • Taught many different grade levels.
  • Taught all subjects.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques.

Student Intern

St. John Community School
08.2012 - 12.2012
  • Taught all subjects in a grade 1 classroom except for Physical Education.
  • Planned and differentiated lessons to meet the various needs of all students in the classroom, using technology such as the Smart board to enhance lessons.
  • Integrated Aboriginal perspectives into the Social Studies unit on Dynamic Relations, as well as other units and lessons.
  • Learned and implemented various classroom management techniques which increased instructional time.
  • Helped coach the Grade 7-8 volleyball team and the Grade 6-7 Basketball team.
  • Cooperating Teacher: Laurie Regnier

Student Teacher

Egnatoff Elementary School
09.2011 - 03.2012
  • Built relationships with students and was able to gain better understanding of how students learn.
  • Co-planned and taught a mini Science unit to the Grade 2 class.
  • Taught math lessons to Grade 2's while student teaching.
  • Completed and taught a mini Social Studies unit about Aboriginal Peoples to a Grade 2 class.
  • Cooperating Teacher: Carol Slater

Supervisor

Dairy Queen
02.2003 - 12.2011
  • Duties included serving customers, cashier, cleaning, and cooking.
  • Responsible for cashing out and locking up at night.
  • Supervised and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Restocked items when needed.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Education

Bachelor of Education - English, Art

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
12.2012

Grade 12 Diploma - undefined

St. Mary’s High School
Prince Albert, SK
06.2006

Skills

  • Dependable
  • Hard working
  • Reliable
  • Organized
  • Energetic
  • Friendly
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Problem-solving

Courses Taken

  • First Aid/CPR - 2025
  • Serve it Right - 2023
  • SPRA Play Leadership Workshop

Professional Development


  • PD days (many - various ones throughout the school years)
  • Dr. Jean Clinton session (2014)
  • Teachers Convention – Prince Albert, SK
  • Faith Inservice – (October 2012)
  • Doing preparation work for teachers

Timeline

Instructor

St. John Ambulance
06.2025 - Current

Representative

Primerica
07.2024 - 06.2025

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Vickers)
09.2023 - Current

Beverage Cart Attendant

Golf and Curling Club
06.2023 - 08.2023

Pro Shop Supervisor

Cooke Municipal Golf Course
05.2021 - 08.2023

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Berezowsky)
09.2019 - 01.2023

Elementary Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division (Red Wing)
11.2017 - 06.2019

Elementary Teacher – part time

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Francis)
02.2017 - 06.2017

Substitute Teacher

Saskatchewan Rivers School Division
01.2017 - 06.2017

Tutor

Sylvan Learning Centre
12.2016 - 01.2017

Elementary Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
09.2015 - 10.2015

Substitute Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
02.2015 - 06.2015

Elementary teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Michael)
09.2014 - 02.2015

Playground Supervisor (with the city)
06.2014 - 08.2014

Elementary teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division (St. Francis)
09.2013 - 06.2014

Substitute Teacher

Prince Albert Catholic School Division
01.2013 - 06.2013

Student Intern

St. John Community School
08.2012 - 12.2012

Student Teacher

Egnatoff Elementary School
09.2011 - 03.2012

Supervisor

Dairy Queen
02.2003 - 12.2011

Grade 12 Diploma - undefined

St. Mary’s High School

Bachelor of Education - English, Art

University of Saskatchewan
Brandi Cournoyer