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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
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
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
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
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
05.1990 - 06.1997

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

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


  • Collaborated with curators on research projects related to museum collections for better understanding of context and historical significance.

Museum Student Intern

Campbell River Museum
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

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