Brandise Fehr
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Passionate and accomplished educator with over 20 years of experience in Junior High/High School settings throughout Edmonton Catholic Schools. Specialized in music with a minor in social studies with drama educational experience. Experience being the lead Fine Arts teacher in multiple schools throughout the division. Proven leadership skills with a focus on Fine Arts and Career and Technology Studies (CTS). Adept at organizing events, managing finances, and creating a positive religious learning environment. Possesses strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Religion Department Head and Chaplain, Music 7-12, English 7,8, 10 AP, 10-1, 10-2, 10-4, Drama 9
J.H. Picard Catholic School
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2022 - Current
- Co-created and directed Glee Club and Worship Band.
- Organized Liturgical Celebrations and Masses for the K-12 school community.
- Created religious resources for the staff and shared the resources with the division.
- Found and created prayers for staff meetings and school activities involving the community.
- Shared and presented information coming from the division regarding religious education.
Music 7-9, Religion 8, Health 8, Social Studies 9
Monsignor Fee Otterson
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Organized concerts, band camps, and band tours for the music students.
- Assisted with the Liturgical Celebrations and Masses
- Assisted with Glee Club and Musicals put on for the MFO community.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Music 7-9, Drama 7-9, Social Studies 8, Reading Literacy 7-8, Religion 7, Health 7
St. Hilda
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Taught drama 7-9.
Music 7-9, Health, Foods Studies, Social 7, Religion, Social Studies 3, Core Support 8-9, Outdoor Education 8
St. Basil
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Mentored three student teachers wishing to become music and/or social studies teachers
Science 8, Food Studies, CTS 7-9, Health 8
Sir John Thompson
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Math 7-9, Music 7-9
St. Basil
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Organized band concerts, band camps, and band tours for the music students.
- Co created our division's "Heart of Glee" concert where the proceeds went to the Stollery Children's Hospital.
- Assisted in organizing the annual International Women's Day Luncheon.
RCM Private Music Educator
01.1993 - 01.2007
- Taught Introductory to Grade 10 Piano through the Royal Conservatory of Music
- Taught Theory I and II, and History III and IV.
Music 7-9 and Language Arts 7, 8
Cardinal Leger
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Organized band camps, concerts, and tours for the music students.
- Assisted in designing the newly renovated band room.
- Started a choir and Glee Club.
Music 7-9, Music 7-9 IOP, Music 7-9 EE3, Social Studies 7-8, Religion 7
St. Mark
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Education
Master of Education - specializing in Educational Administration and Leadership. -
University of Alberta
01.2023
Graduate Certificate in Leadership. -
University of Alberta
01.2021
Bachelor of Education Degree (music major and social studies minor). -
University of Alberta
01.2002
ARCT Teachers Diploma. -
Royal Conservatory of Toronto
01.2000
Skills
- Fine Arts Leadership
- Organizational and communication Skills
- Committed to Catholic integration in educational settings
- Experience in developing and implementing UDL
- Collaborate Effectively
- Strives for Self-Improvement
- Activity Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teacher Coaching
- Educational Leadership
- Teacher Training
Accomplishments
- Master’s of Educational Administration and Leadership (2023).
- Department head of CTS (2011-2012).
- Royal Conservatory Teachers ARCT (1998).
- Organized various piano recitals (1995-2003).
- Assisted in designing the band room at Cardinal Leger (2004-2005).
- Organized a “Glee” club and district Benefit Concert for the Stollery Children's Hospital (2011).
- Lead teacher of the Music Program at various schools (2002-present).
- Published 2 articles for the ATA’s Fully Alive Catholic Journal (2021, 2022).
- Created Advent resources for the Division (2023).
References
- Guitta Kodershah, 780.433.4251
- Amélie Gladu, 780.7076975
- Robert Madunicky, 780.430.8015
Timeline
Religion Department Head and Chaplain, Music 7-12, English 7,8, 10 AP, 10-1, 10-2, 10-4, Drama 9
J.H. Picard Catholic School
01.2022 - Current
Music 7-9, Religion 8, Health 8, Social Studies 9
Monsignor Fee Otterson
01.2019 - 01.2022
Music 7-9, Drama 7-9, Social Studies 8, Reading Literacy 7-8, Religion 7, Health 7
St. Hilda
01.2017 - 01.2019
Music 7-9, Health, Foods Studies, Social 7, Religion, Social Studies 3, Core Support 8-9, Outdoor Education 8
St. Basil
01.2012 - 01.2017
Science 8, Food Studies, CTS 7-9, Health 8
Sir John Thompson
01.2011 - 01.2012
Math 7-9, Music 7-9
St. Basil
01.2005 - 01.2011
Music 7-9 and Language Arts 7, 8
Cardinal Leger
01.2004 - 01.2005
Music 7-9, Music 7-9 IOP, Music 7-9 EE3, Social Studies 7-8, Religion 7
St. Mark
01.2002 - 01.2004
RCM Private Music Educator
01.1993 - 01.2007
Master of Education - specializing in Educational Administration and Leadership. -
University of Alberta
Graduate Certificate in Leadership. -
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Education Degree (music major and social studies minor). -
University of Alberta
ARCT Teachers Diploma. -
Royal Conservatory of Toronto
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