Heather-Lynne Cairns
Hanwell,NB
Summary
Proactive professional with a strong ability to adapt to new challenges. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a history of building strong relationships with students, families, community and team members. Committed to supporting team success and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Vice-Principal
ASDW- Keswick Ridge School
166 McKeen Drive, NB
08.2023 - Current
- Mediated conflicts among students, parents, staff, and community members through structured sessions, meetings, and interventions.
- Authorized funds for classroom supplies and materials after determining allocation needs.
- Guided student concerns to enhance academic performance and support educational success.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address educational activities, policies, and student issues.
- Utilized student performance data to establish educational goals and contribute to School Improvement Plan.
- Managed school operations, including teacher schedules, student registration, formal and informal evaluations, and class orientation.
- Coached teachers on effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Facilitated collaboration between teachers, staff, parents, and community members to foster a positive learning environment.
Education
Master of Education - Leadership And Administration
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton06-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with minor in French
University of New Brunswick
Saint- John And Fredericton10-2000
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NBSkills
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving with staff, stakeholders, students, and their families
- Classroom management and student advocacy, in and out of the classroom
- Data analysis and performance improvement for my students, as well as school improvement planning, and grade-level teams
- Educational leadership and strategic planning in collaboration with the principal
- Community engagement and stakeholder collaboration successfully implemented and organized fundraising initiatives
- Team building and networking
- Effective communication and collaboration with staff, students, families, and the community in both official languages
- Coaching teachers, providing support, materials, and co-planning/teaching
- Active member of the NBTA Executive, and Vice President for the past 6 years
Certification
- Certificate in Immersion teaching, highest proficiency level Superior in the old system and C1 in the current scale.
- Vitra training completed.
- ASIST training completed.
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Vice-Principal
ASDW- Keswick Ridge School
08.2023 - Current
Master of Education - Leadership And Administration
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology with minor in French
University of New Brunswick
University of New Brunswick
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