Faith Frisby
Edmonton
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Secondary English Teacher with a proven track record at Harry Ainlay High School and Edmonton Public School Board. Excelled in ESL instruction and individualized education plans, enhancing student writing skills and fostering collaborative learning environments. Recognized for exceptional relationship building and consistently positive feedback from peers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary English Teacher
Harry Ainlay High School
01.2024 - Current
- Taught a wide range of ELA courses including: English 10-1, 10-2, 20-1 and 20-2.
- Specialized in ELL instruction, teaching Canadian Studies for students new to Canada.
- Worked heavily in Learning Supports to develop and implement IPPs, and worked with EAs to support complex students. Specialization in complex anxieties, autism, OCD, dyslexia, and reading delays.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design lessons that reinforced English language arts skills across subject areas.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and increased parent involvement
Substitute Teacher
Edmonton Public School Board
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts, and upheld classroom routines to support student's environment
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Early Childhood Educator
Hospitals and Community Daycare
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Taught and managed classes of children aged 18mos to 4 yrs
- Created lesson plans targeting literacy and numeracy, social emotional development, and active play
- Interacted with children at developmentally appropriate levels.
Education
Bachelor of Education - English Language Arts And Social Studies
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04-2023
Skills
- Student motivation
- Collaborative learning and group work facilitation
- Literary analysis
- Writing instruction
- ESL - scaffolding, sentence stems, 4 modes of communication evaluation
- Individualized education plans
- Critical thinking
- Professional Development: EAL Strategies: Reading and Writing, and Assessment: Observations and Conversations
- Editing and proofreading
- Coach (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball)
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Empathy and patience
Timeline
Secondary English Teacher
Harry Ainlay High School
01.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Edmonton Public School Board
09.2023 - 01.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Hospitals and Community Daycare
10.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Education - English Language Arts And Social Studies
University of Alberta
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