Gloria Cindy Larocque
Maskwacis,ALBERTA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Maskwacis Cultural College, enhancing student engagement and Cree language proficiency through innovative lesson plans and hands-on activities. Expert in effective classroom management and cultural education, significantly boosting learning outcomes. Skilled in fostering strong parent-teacher relationships and implementing play-based learning strategies.Compassion and empathy
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Instructor/Sessional
Maskwacis Cultural College
09.2017 - Current
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through open communication channels and consistent updates on student performance.
- Established routines and clear expectations to create a structured yet flexible learning environment for young children.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills through interactive storytelling sessions and role-playing activities.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons that connected early childhood concepts to real-world experiences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Cree Instructor
Maskwacis Cultural College
09.2017 - Current
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Teach the ECD students how to teach the Cree language to their students.
Author
Self Employed Writer
04.2011 - Current
- Overcame writer''s block with creative problem-solving techniques that led to breakthroughs in plot development or character creation.
- Maintained informative social media to help further storylines and promote future events.
- Established credibility as an expert in specific genres through accurate fact-checking procedures within written works.
- Created emotionally powerful Indigenous and exciting stories to engage consumers and heighten Cree language and Indigenous awareness.
Summer Day Camp Coordinator
Louis Bull First Nations
07.2009 - Current
- Ensured compliance with Childcare regulations pertaining to child care facilities through meticulous record-keeping practices.
- Continuously sought new opportunities for professional development in order to bring fresh ideas and best practices back to the summer day camp program.
- Utilized social media platforms effectively for promoting upcoming events or sharing photos and updates with families throughout the season.
- Streamlined the registration process for families through efficient management of enrollment data and prompt response to inquiries.
- Organized field trips to off-site locations and handled scheduling, transportation and payments.
Head Start Coordinator
Louis Bull First Nations
07.2007 - Current
- Provide support to family and students
- Administration of the program
- Coordination
- Establish Communication
- Drive
- Assistance
- Supervise
- Implementation of programs
- Teach Cree to the children
Licensed Foster Parent
AMO
07.2007 - Current
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Fostered a sense of belonging among all household members by celebrating achievements, special occasions, and cultural traditions together.
- Promoted healthy relationships among family members through effective communication practices and conflict resolution strategies.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques
Education
High School Diploma -
Early Childhood: Childcare
Red Deer, AB04-2011
High School Diploma -
Language And Culture
Maskwacis Cultural College09-2008
High School Diploma -
Malaspina College
Nanaimo, BC05-1996
Skills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Gross motor skills
- Health and safety
- Nutrition education
- Language & Culture
Languages
Cree
Native or Bilingual
Cree
Elementary
Certification
- Early Childhood Education Certificate - Various State Departments of Education.
- Food Handler's Permit/License – Local Health Departments.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Bilingual Education Certification – Various State Departments of Education for teachers instructing in multiple languages.
- Family Child Care Credential – Fostering
Timeline
Early Childhood Instructor/Sessional
Maskwacis Cultural College
09.2017 - Current
Cree Instructor
Maskwacis Cultural College
09.2017 - Current
Author
Self Employed Writer
04.2011 - Current
Summer Day Camp Coordinator
Louis Bull First Nations
07.2009 - Current
Head Start Coordinator
Louis Bull First Nations
07.2007 - Current
Licensed Foster Parent
AMO
07.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Early Childhood: Childcare
High School Diploma -
Language And Culture
High School Diploma -
Malaspina College
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