Erin Funk
Likely,BC
Summary
Experienced, creative and Christ-centered teacher with a passion for developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at problem solving and motivating students. Successful in helping students develop and maintain a love of learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting goals and individual student needs through the development of relationships. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Springs Christian Academy
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Grade 5, all subjects
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teacher
Sunrise School Division
09.2005 - 06.2022
- 2005: Grade 8 French Immersion, all subjects, and Grade 5 Basic French
- 2006 - 2009: Grade 8 French Immersion, most subjects, Grade 7 French Immersion Mathematics and Grade 8 Basic French
- 2010: Kindergarten French Immersion
- 2012: Grade 3 French Immersion, all subjects
- 2014 - 2022: Kindergarten French Immersion
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with various learning needs, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through modified lesson plans.
Teacher
River East Transcona School Division
10.2004 - 06.2005
- Grade 3 French Immersion
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Université De Saint-Boniface
Winnipeg, MB04.2004
Bachelor of Arts -
Université De Saint-Boniface
Winnipeg, MB04.2001
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Faith Based Growth Mindset
- Differentiated Instruction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Springs Christian Academy
09.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher
Sunrise School Division
09.2005 - 06.2022
Teacher
River East Transcona School Division
10.2004 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Education -
Université De Saint-Boniface
Bachelor of Arts -
Université De Saint-Boniface
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