Desiree de Kock
Camrose,Canada
Summary
Experienced educator with a proven track record in creating and executing dynamic curriculum. Known for cultivating a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere that motivates students to excel. Proficient in building strong connections, embracing a growth-oriented approach, and advocating for well-being in challenging educational settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Elk Island Catholic Schools
08.2014 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Taught multiple disciplines based on Alberta curricular outcomes within the humanities, fine arts, and wellness courses.
Event Assistant
Elegant Event Rentals
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely completion of tasks for seamless transitions.
- Assisted in organizing successful events by collaborating with vendors and suppliers.
Teacher
New Myrnam School
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Taught multiple subjects in the humanities, fine arts, and wellness areas of specialty.
Advanced Professional Term Student Teaching
Camrose Composite High School
02.2010 - 04.2010
- Planned relevant units, and lesson plans
- Assessed student progress and learning
- Organized School Level Public Speaking Competition, and attended both Regional and Zone competition with the winning speaker from CCHS
- Cooperated with mentor teacher and other school employees
Introductory Professional Term Student Teaching
Stony Plain Memorial High School
10.2009 - 12.2009
- Planned and executed relevant lessons based on alberta Curricular Outcomes
- Cooperated with mentor teacher, and other school employees
- Organized noon hour activities for students
- Managed the learning environment
Seasonal Event Assistant and Tour Guide
University of Alberta Botanical Garden
05.2006 - 09.2009
- Participated in pre-event planning meetings, providing input on event themes and strategies for success.
- Developed integrated event strategies and conducted on-site events management and follow-up after events.
- Improved communication between team members with clear instructions, resulting in more efficient task execution during events.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Conducted tours of the Garden property for garden guests.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Route - English Major, Drama Minor
University of Alberta
06.2010
Skills
- Strengthening interpersonal relationships
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Analytical reasoning
- Proficient in managing classroom dynamics
- Fostering a positive learning environment
OTHER APPLICABLE INFORMATION:
- - Attended The Alberta Assessment Consortium Conference Fall 2011, and Fall 2013.
- - Took part in the St. Paul Regional Division Mentorship Program.
- - Have taken several courses at the Citadel Foote Theater School for acting.
- - Volunteer Public Speaking Judge within the Northeast, and Central 4H Regions.
- - Attended SPICE 2015 Conference (Selected Programs for Improving Catholic Education)
- - Attended the Fine Arts Conference in 2018 and 2022
- - Central marker (3 times for 30-1 English, 13 times for 30-2 English, 4 times ELA 9, Table lead twice for LA9, and 7 times for English 30-2)
- - ELA Provincial Assessment working group LA9 May 2019
- - 2019/2020, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023- Teacher mentor in Elk Island Catholic schools for a beginning teacher
- - August 2020 Rosebud School for the Arts three day teacher training program in Rosebud Alberta.
PERSONAL:
- - I was an active member of the 4-H Program for eight years holding numerous executive positions during that time, receiving my platinum award for program commitment and winning regional public speaking twice. Since completing the program I have volunteered to judge public speaking competitions several times for local 4-H clubs.
- - Active participant in non-professional theater- both on stage, on the board and planning.
- My personal anecdote of education/life is that the classroom/life is like an orchestra. The teacher is the conductor and is ultimately responsible for the performance; however, only when each and every single person in the orchestra/classroom has practiced and done their own share of the work is a masterpiece performed.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Basic First Aid Training - (recertified December 2024)
Interests
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Participate in local theater productions, enhancing my public speaking and teamwork skills
- Acting and Theater
Timeline
Event Assistant
Elegant Event Rentals
07.2021 - 08.2021
Teacher
Elk Island Catholic Schools
08.2014 - Current
Teacher
New Myrnam School
08.2010 - 06.2014
Advanced Professional Term Student Teaching
Camrose Composite High School
02.2010 - 04.2010
Introductory Professional Term Student Teaching
Stony Plain Memorial High School
10.2009 - 12.2009
Seasonal Event Assistant and Tour Guide
University of Alberta Botanical Garden
05.2006 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Education - Secondary Route - English Major, Drama Minor
University of Alberta
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