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Briony Argue

Lake Cowichan,BC

Summary

Proven educator with a track record of fostering academic growth and emotional well-being in diverse classroom settings, notably with Cowichan Valley School District 79. Specializes in adapting teaching strategies and intercultural competence to enhance student motivation and learning outcomes. Demonstrates a commitment to professional development and student-centered approaches, achieving significant improvements in classroom engagement and participation.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

French Immersion Teacher, Gr K & Gr 1

Cowichan Valley School District 79
Duncan, BC
03.2007 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Sooke School District 61
Sooke, BC
09.2005 - 05.2006
  • Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.

French Immersion Teacher, 1/2

Burnaby School District
Burnaby, BC
09.2003 - 06.2005
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Shisa Yong Osa
Seoul, Korea
09.1997 - 09.1999
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to engage learners of various levels and abilities, adapting lessons as needed.
  • Increased student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities that made learning experiences more engaging and enjoyable.

Camp Cook/ Treeplanter

Liston Reforestation/ Cottonwood Reforestation
Williams Lake, BC And Quesnel, BC
05.1990 - 06.1997

Worked as a Camp Cook and Treeplanter on an intermittent seasonal basis.

Student Intern

Campbell River Museum
Campbell River, BC
01.1997 - 05.1997

Decorative Painter Assistant

Freestyle Decorative Painting
Victoria, BC
05.1996 - 08.1996

Museum Assistant

Maltwood Museum, University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
01.1995 - 05.1995
  • Collaborated with curators on research projects related to museum collections for better understanding of context and historical significance.

Museum Student Intern

Campbell River Museum
Campbell River, BC
05.1994 - 08.1994
  • Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Increased proficiency in written communication by drafting internal memos, email correspondence, and other professional documents required throughout the internship.

Education

Masters In Environment And Management - Environmental Studies

Royal Roads University
Victoria, BC
04.2015

Skills

Teaching strategies

Ethical Conduct Awareness

Learning Styles Adaptation

Student Motivation Techniques

Intercultural competence

Advanced Grammar Knowledge

Student Assessment Proficiency

Professional Development Commitment

Feedback and Evaluation

Special needs accommodation

Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Reflective Teaching Practice

Native-like pronunciation

Summative Assessment Practices

Student-centered approach

Language Immersion Methods

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

French Immersion Teacher, Gr K & Gr 1

Cowichan Valley School District 79
03.2007 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Sooke School District 61
09.2005 - 05.2006

French Immersion Teacher, 1/2

Burnaby School District
09.2003 - 06.2005

Kindergarten ESL Teacher

Shisa Yong Osa
09.1997 - 09.1999

Student Intern

Campbell River Museum
01.1997 - 05.1997

Decorative Painter Assistant

Freestyle Decorative Painting
05.1996 - 08.1996

Museum Assistant

Maltwood Museum, University of Victoria
01.1995 - 05.1995

Museum Student Intern

Campbell River Museum
05.1994 - 08.1994

Camp Cook/ Treeplanter

Liston Reforestation/ Cottonwood Reforestation
05.1990 - 06.1997

Masters In Environment And Management - Environmental Studies

Royal Roads University
Briony Argue